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Macro Calculator

Turn a calorie target into a practical plate.

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Choose your calorie target and preferred protein and fat percentages. Vitalo calculates the remaining carbohydrate allowance.

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Protein and carbohydrate provide about four calories per gram, while fat provides about nine. The best split depends on food preferences, training, and medical context.

Source: USDA Dietary Reference Intakes

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The number is not the whole story.

This tool divides a calorie target; it does not determine whether that calorie target or macro split is appropriate for you.

Vitalo tools provide general education, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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How does the Macro Calculator work?

Protein and carbohydrate provide about four calories per gram, while fat provides about nine. The best split depends on food preferences, training, and medical context.

What are the limits of this result?

This tool divides a calorie target; it does not determine whether that calorie target or macro split is appropriate for you.

Is the Macro Calculator medical advice?

No. This free tool provides a general educational estimate and cannot diagnose a condition or replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional.

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