Calories

[Mycousin2]

How do I add calories to count for the day?

[Ossie-Sharon]

Hi, Mycousin2. We use an exchange system that focuses on nutrients rather than calories, but you can use it to make that calculation if you wish. You can get started by clicking on the “Exchange View” button above your menu, then scrolling down to the totals at the end of the menu. The exchanges translate to the following approximate values:
1 carbohydrate exchange = 15 grams of carbohydrates + up to 3 grams of protein (80 calories)
1 protein exchange = 7 grams of protein + up to 5 grams of fat (75 calories)
1 fat exchange = 5 grams of fat (45 calories)
1 fruit exchange = 15 grams of carbohydrates (60 calories)
1 vegetable exchange = 5 grams of carbohydrates + up to 2 grams of protein (40 calories)
1 sweet exchange = up to 15 grams of carbohydrates + up to 5 grams of fat (125 calories)
1 free exchange = up to 5 grams of carbohydrates or up to 2 grams of protein or fat (25 calories)

[Kimlapp]

I get a more accurate calorie count by going to http://www.myfitnesspal.com. this is a free website that you can track your calories. It’s really helpful and easy to use.

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