Is there a software program that can help with planning macro and micro nutrition?

[Ukase]

I'm sure I'm overthinking this - but I don't really want to spin my wheels. I learned in this forum that some have a goal pertaining to macro-nutrition levels. For example, for fat loss, me being an endo/meso morph body type, it's probably better for me to shoot for a 25% Carb, 25% Fat, 50% Protein diet.

As many of you know - this is easier said than done.

I used to have oatmeal for breakfast. It was quick and easy to make, and supposedly, that mush is good for us. Well, when I decided to get more protein in my diet, I decided to have a protein shake with oatmeal mixed in instead of just having the oatmeal.

Well, once I read about all this macro-nutrition stuff, I did the math and learned that the ratio isn't what I want. Carbs are too high, or the fats are too high - I can't seem to get even close to the ratios I want. I realize that hitting the mark for one meal isn't realistic - over the course of a week is more reasonable.

Anyone know of a software program that simplifies this process?

[Inga]

I use the fitbit log itself as my planning tool.

I look at previous days and tweak the current day to play "what if?" with my macros.

I shoot for 801010 80%carb, 10%protein, 10%fat and here is what I was able to get monday:

Daily Calorie Composition: 81% from carbs, 9% from fat and 10% from protein.

[ericakelly]

Have you tried using the claculator on IIFYM.com ? (If It Fits Your Macros)

I don't follow this philosophy but have used it to get a sense of my preferred caloric intake.

Hope this helps!

Erica