Proteins help repair muscle (think legumes, seeds, animal products and soya-based foods) while healthy fats keep you satiated (think avocados, eggs and dark chocolate) and carbs give you energy (think oatmeal, brown rice and sweet potato). While we wish that meant pizza, chocolate and ice cream, it is in fact protein, fat and carbohydrates. Macros, short for macronutrients, describe the three key food groups human beings need to function. You've probably heard of counting calories, measuring your body and working out fat percentages, but macros have only really come into the mainstream in the past few years thanks to fitness enthusiasts sharing their tips and advice on Instagram and Youtube. Whether you're a meal prep guru or a macro-counting enthusiast, you might not realise that the two can go hand in hand to accelerate your progress and save time.
Not only are they the foundation for gaining muscle and losing fat, but they're the perfect starting point for meal prep.