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What percentage of fats carbs and protein should I eat

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          May 13, 2026
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          By Xavier Savage
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How can you optimize fats carbs and protein There are three macros we focus on if you are new to the fitness thing, they are fats carbs and protein. Fats are important for the function of brain and our bodies cells as well. Carbs are important source of energy for our red blood cells, and brain as well. Protein, is the most beneficial marco in terms of weight loss, it increases energy expenditure, preserves muscle, and is used for energy along with fat. The most common way of manipulating macros is to decrease carbs and fats, and increase protein. Current dietary guidelines (Recommended Dietary Allowance) The RDA or Recommended Dietary Allowance Carbs 45-65% of calories Fat 25-35% of calories Protein 10-30% of calories Current High protein low fat and carb dietary guidelines (Recommended Dietary Allowance) The RDA or Recommended Dietary Allowance Carbs 45% of calories Fat 25% of calories Protein 30% of calories Current High protein low carb dietary guidelines (Recommended Dietary Allowance) The RDA or Recommended Dietary Allowance Carbs 45% of calories Fat 30% of calories Protein 25% of calories In the future I will discuss the benefits and hang ups with carb restricted diets, do note that when there are an absence of carbs the body will break down protein and turn that into glucose to maintain blood sugar levels. Also note that these numbers are based of the RDA and not off of the keto diet or any other current diet programs. Diet programs and fads are usually based on independent research and not from the RDA recommendations. Bottom line the king has always been quality I will be dropping a quick guide, about the importance of sleep, and the importance of the quality of macros that you consume. Fat is most beneficial in the form or omega-3. Complex carbs offer satiety, or the feeling of being full, as well as keeping blood sugar stable. Protein is beneficial because of how well it aids in recovery, and increase satiety. additional reads Why sleep is important for recovery A calorie is not a calorie they aren’t created equally What makes protein good for weight loss Should you focus on macros or calories for weight loss Alcohol consumption weakens your immune system