What Are Macros? - Complete Guide to Macronutrients

Learn about protein, carbs, and fats for optimal nutrition

Discover what macros are and why they matter for your fitness goals. Learn about protein, carbohydrates, and fats, and how to track them with SpotWell's AI meal scanner.

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Protein (4 calories per gram)

Essential for muscle growth, repair, and recovery. Aim for 0.8-1g per pound of bodyweight. Found in meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and legumes.

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Carbohydrates (4 calories per gram)

Your body's primary energy source. Essential for workouts and daily activities. Found in grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes.

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Fats (9 calories per gram)

Essential for hormone production, vitamin absorption, and brain function. Found in nuts, seeds, oils, avocados, and fatty fish.

Key Features

  • Protein: Builds and repairs muscle tissue
  • Carbs: Provides energy for workouts and daily activities
  • Fats: Supports hormone production and nutrient absorption
  • Track all three macros with SpotWell's AI meal scanner
  • Get automatic macro breakdowns from meal photos
  • See your daily macro targets and progress

"Understanding macros changed everything for me. SpotWell makes it so easy to track them - I just take a photo and get the breakdown instantly."

James K.
Fitness Coach

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