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How to track net carbs in the MyFitnessPal app

Updated

This article explains how the Net Carbs tracking feature works for Premium and Premium Plus members in the MyFitnessPal app. It covers what Net Carbs are, how they are calculated, how to turn on the feature, goal setting, and any limits or availability details.

 

Not every carb works the same way. Net carbs count only the ones your body uses for fuel. Those are the carbs that affect your blood sugar most. Net Carbs Mode helps you log the number that matters to you. Turn it on once, and your carb tracking follows.

 

The Net Carbs setting is available with a Premium subscription. Net carbs are not currently available for our International users or on our website. However, if a user sets Net Carb goals through the app, they will see the updated Net Carb goals on the website under the Carbohydrates heading.

 

What net carbs are, and how they're calculated

 

MyFitnessPal calculates net carbs with this formula:

  • Net carbs = total carbs minus fiber minus sugar alcohols

     

How to turn on Net Carb tracking

iOS and Android

  1. Open the MyFitnessPal app.
  2. Tap the More menu. If you don’t have a More menu, tap your Profile icon in the upper right instead.
  3. Tap Settings.
  4. Tap Diary Settings.
  5. Turn on the Track Net Carbs toggle (iOS) or check the box for Track Net Carbs (Android).

Net Carbs now replaces Carbohydrates across the app, including your Today page and your goals.

 

Setting a Net Carb goal 

iOS

  1. Open the MyFitnessPal app.
  2. Tap the More menu. If you don’t have a More menu, tap your Profile icon in the upper right instead.
  3. Tap Goals.
  4. Tap on the Calorie and Macro Goals card at the top of the screen.
  5. Tap on your Macro Balance, and select from Default, High Protein, Low Carb, Keto, or Custom.
  6. If you selected Custom, you’ll now see a macro bar displayed with two sliders that will allow you to adjust your own goals as you see fit. 

Android

  1. Open the MyFitnessPal app.
  2. Tap the More menu. If you don’t have a More menu, tap your Profile icon in the upper right instead.
  3. Tap Goals.
  4. Tap Calories, Net Carbs, Protein, and Fat Goals.
  5. Tap on your Net Carb goal to adjust it. 
  6.  Then tap the check mark in the upper right corner to save.

Want more control over your targets? Learn how to customize your nutritional goals.

 

If you can't find the Track Net Carbs setting:

Check each of these:

  • Your subscription: Net Carbs Mode needs an active Premium subscription.
  • Your app version: Update to the latest version. Then force close and reopen the app.
  • Your device: Use the iOS or Android app. The website doesn't have the setting.

  • Your location: Net Carbs Mode isn't available outside the US, Canada, and select US territories.

     

Frequently Asked Questions

Is tracking net carbs right for me?

Tracking net carbs can open up more food choices on a restrictive, low-carb eating plan. Talk to your doctor or nutritionist to see if it fits your needs.

Will my Net Carbs goals show on the website?

Yes. Goals you set in the app appear on the website under the Carbohydrates heading. Net Carbs Mode itself isn't available there.

 

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