Carbohydrate Calculator

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Introduction

Carbohydrates are the body’s primary energy source, fueling your daily activities and workouts. The Carbohydrate Calculator at Prime Health helps you determine your daily carb needs based on factors such as your activity level, age, and health goals. Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, maintain energy levels, or optimize athletic performance, understanding your carbohydrate needs is essential for balanced nutrition.

FAQs

Carbohydrates provide energy for daily activities and exercise.

This depends on your weight, activity level, and goals. Use the calculator to get a personalized estimate.

No, complex carbs (e.g., whole grains) are better for sustained energy, while simple carbs (e.g., sugar) provide quick energy.

Low-carb diets can help some people lose weight, but balanced nutrition is important for long-term health.

Excess carbohydrates are stored as fat, which can lead to weight gain.

Carbs raise blood sugar levels, so it's important to balance intake, especially for people with diabetes.

Yes, athletes often require more carbs to fuel intense training and recovery.

Whole grains,

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Your body Carb requirment ......

The calorie count is then adjusted based on your goal:

Weight loss: Reduce by 10-20%
Weight gain: Add 500 calories
Weight maintenance: Unchanged

This calorie count is split into macronutrient percentages in the following ratios, based on splits commonly recommended by our nutrition experts for muscle gain, weight loss, and weight maintenance. (Yes, weight gain and maintenance are the same ratio, but the calories and macros are different.)

Weight loss: 40/40/20 (carbohydrates/protein/fats)
Weight gain: 40/30/30
Weight maintenance: 40/30/30

Finally, your carbohydrate intake comes from applying those percentages to your daily calorie number. Each gram of carbohydrates is "worth" 4 calories.