Macro Diet for Dummies

Lose weight, build lean muscle, and boost daily energy levels without giving up your favorite foods.
 
Macro Diet For Dummies teaches you everything you need to know to master the popular meal plan that has helped athletes, celebrities, and people just like you build lean muscle and lose fat for good. On the macro diet, you track macronutrients instead of calories, so you know you're giving your body the correct balance of daily nutrients to feel energized, strong, and healthy. And the great thing is that, as long as you balance your macros and meet your daily goals, you can eat whatever you want. You'll reach your weight and health goals without feeling deprived of your favorite foods.
 
Macro Diet For Dummies is a jargon-free guide that provides all the tips and tools you need to develop your own macro-based dietary plan and maintain it for life. Learn to find the best macro balance for you and prep delicious and satisfying meals that will help you get where you want to be.
* Read about macronutrients and why they're so important for weight loss, better body composition, and optimal health
* Learn how to determine the macro balance that works best for your body and how to calculate the precise amount of carbs, protein, and fat that you need each day
* Use free tracking tools to monitor your daily intake and keep your program going strong
* Get 30+ delicious recipes that will put you on the path to macro success
 
Thanks to this easy-to-follow Dummies guide, you can lose weight, make your fitness goals easier to reach, and lead a healthier life.

List of contents

Introduction 1
 
Part 1: Getting Started with the Macro Diet 5
 
Chapter 1: Looking at the Big Picture of the Macro Diet 7
 
Chapter 2: Understanding the Building Blocks: Macronutrients 21
 
Chapter 3: Enjoying the Benefits of a Macro Diet 39
 
Chapter 4: Deciding if the Macro Diet Is Right for You 55
 
Part 2: Tracking Your Macros 67
 
Chapter 5: Setting Goals for Success 69
 
Chapter 6: Finding Your Optimal Macro Numbers 77
 
Chapter 7: Choosing the Best Macro Tracking Method for You 97
 
Part 3: Making the Macro Diet Work for You 113
 
Chapter 8: Planning for Success 115
 
Chapter 9: Monitoring Your Progress and Making Changes 139
 
Chapter 10: Creating Your Daily Menus 157
 
Part 4: Overcoming Obstacles 167
 
Chapter 11: Finding Support and Motivation 169
 
Chapter 12: Sticking to the Macro Diet When Eating Away from Home 181
 
Chapter 13: Consuming Alcohol on the Macro Diet 189
 
Part 5: Whipping Up Macro Diet Recipes 199
 
Chapter 14: Protein-Packed Smoothies 201
 
Chapter 15: Balanced Breakfasts to Fuel Your Day 215
 
Chapter 16: Savory Lunches and Dinners 227
 
Chapter 17: Desserts, Snacks, and Treats 247
 
Chapter 18: Make-Ahead Meal Prep Ideas 257
 
Part 6: The Part of Tens 273
 
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Add Flavor to Protein (without Added Fat or Carbs!) 275
 
Chapter 20: Ten Grocery Shopping Tips for Macro Trackers 283
 
Chapter 21: Ten Macro-Balanced Snacks to Carry On-the-Go 289
 
Chapter 22: Ten Unexpected Benefits of Being on the Macro Diet 295
 
Metric Conversion Guide 301
 
Index 305

About the author

Malia Frey is a sought-after health and fitness writer. She has written for Verywell Fit, Muscle and Fitness, MyFitnessPal, and beyond. She is an American Council on Exercise (ACE) certified health coach and personal trainer with additional ACE credentials in fitness nutrition, weight management, behavior change, and functional aging.

Summary

Lose weight, build lean muscle, and boost daily energy levels without giving up your favorite foods.

Macro Diet For Dummies teaches you everything you need to know to master the popular meal plan that has helped athletes, celebrities, and people just like you build lean muscle and lose fat for good. On the macro diet, you track macronutrients instead of calories, so you know you're giving your body the correct balance of daily nutrients to feel energized, strong, and healthy. And the great thing is that, as long as you balance your macros and meet your daily goals, you can eat whatever you want. You'll reach your weight and health goals without feeling deprived of your favorite foods.

Macro Diet For Dummies is a jargon-free guide that provides all the tips and tools you need to develop your own macro-based dietary plan and maintain it for life. Learn to find the best macro balance for you and prep delicious and satisfying meals that will help you get where you want to be.
* Read about macronutrients and why they're so important for weight loss, better body composition, and optimal health
* Learn how to determine the macro balance that works best for your body and how to calculate the precise amount of carbs, protein, and fat that you need each day
* Use free tracking tools to monitor your daily intake and keep your program going strong
* Get 30+ delicious recipes that will put you on the path to macro success

Thanks to this easy-to-follow Dummies guide, you can lose weight, make your fitness goals easier to reach, and lead a healthier life.

Product details

• Authors: Malia Frey
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.03.2024
• EAN: 9781394216222
• ISBN: 978-1-394-21622-2
• No. of pages: 336
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General; Health & Social Care, Gesundheits- u. Sozialwesen, Gesundheit, Ernährung u. Diät, Health, Diet & Nutrition, Makronährstoff, Makro-Diät