Primary and Secondary Nutrients

The primary nutrient is the main one shown for foods, meals, charts, daily totals, widgets and Apple Watch. It is Calories by default. You can change it to total fat, total carbs, net carbs or protein, and add a secondary nutrient. Go to Diet Tools > My Diet, or App Settings > Diet Logging. Mobile apps only.

The primary nutrient is the main nutrient shown throughout the app—for foods, meals, charts, daily totals, widgets, and Apple Watch.

By default, it's set to Calories, but you can change it to total fat, total carbs, net carbs, or protein. You can also choose a secondary nutrient.

To change your primary nutrient:

  • Go to Diet Tools > My Diet
  • Available in these diets: Calorie Counting, High-Protein, Low-Fat, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, and Vegan

You can also change it under App Settings > Diet Logging > Macros & Nutrients

Note: This feature is available in the mobile apps only, not on the website.

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