First documented in August 2015 on Instagram. Currently active and in regular use across social platforms since 2015.
Macro Counting (tracking protein/carbs/fats) became fitness community obsession (2016-2020), promising “eat anything if it fits your macros” (IIFYM) flexibility. MyFitnessPal app enabled detailed tracking, but method often led to obsessive behaviors, social limitations, and privileged assumption of food choice/time to track. Still popular in bodybuilding/fitness circles.
Sources: MyFitnessPal Usage Data, Fitness Nutrition Studies
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