24 Comments

1. Thank you Ive learn alot now i got to figure out to do my macros.

2. Hey Sarah,
   Very informative article. I like the way you have explained it in detail.
   Thank you! keep sharing such articles.

   1. Thank you!

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4. Thanks for the informative article. I am wondering about the difference in counting raw vs cooked ingredients. Should all be raw values, or is it ok to mix? Does it matter much in the greater scheme of things?

   1. Hi Riette,

      We always reference raw unless otherwise specified. It does not matter if you opt to measure in raw or cooked, as long as you are always using one or the other. As an example: 4 ounces of raw chicken actually comes out to about 3-3.25 ounces of chicken after it is cooked.

5. I need to lose weight

   1. Michelle – While we do not makee any guarantees about weight loss, if you think there are areas of your meal prep routine that can be improved, in order to help you reach your goals, you’ll want to check out our Meal Prep Course here: https://meal-prep-on-fleek.thinkific.com/courses/meal-prep-master-course

6. I am trying to get into shape and cut back on unhealthy foods, so thanks for sharing this. I like your point about tracking calories and macronutrients using an app. I might need to start doing this so I can keep better track of what I’m eating.

   1. Glad you found it helpful Derek!

7. Sarah, I think you are a great teacher through the medium of writing. I’ve seen a lot trying to understand macros and you are the best I’ve found. Thank you.
   Roy

   1. I appreciate that, Roy. Thank you.

8. Hi, I’m trying to find an app where I can test out a meal to find out what the macros look like before preparing and adding as a meal. I’m using fatsecret but would like to do ‘what ifs’ for meals instead of doing in my head or pen and paper. Thanks!

   1. Hi Sherry, unfortunately, we do not know of an app that does this. My Fitness Pal has a section where you can do it, but it goes into the recipe data base. You would need to delete it if you would like it removed.

   2. I use MyFitnessPal for this. It’s easy to edit and adjust if needed.

9. So not helpful! This article seemed like it was going to FINALLY explain how to calculate macros in percentages… but instead it was just another, same-old, scientific overshare.

   1. Hi Mark, we are sorry that this did not provide the information that you were looking for. Is there something we can help answer for you?

10. What is the best type of macro calculator to use to calculate your own macros so you can customize your numbers to make sure you meet your macros daily

    1. We have a great one on our website: https://mealpreponfleek.com/macro-calculator/

11. This is just a life changing info thanks very much

12. I have been doing a lot of research on the Keto diet and your percentages are a little different than I have been following. My goal is weight loss. I have been following the 70%fat, 25% protein, and 5% carbs. How do I know what is right??

    1. Hi Dawn, This article doesn’t share percentages for a keto diet. It shares basic percentages with no specific dietary needs. We always recommend doing what’s best for you!

13. What is the point of click baiting helpful information then charging people for it?

    1. Hi Steve,

       There is no charge to use our macro calculator!

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