Does counting macros actually improve your diet, or does it just add another layer of stress to eating? I tried tracking every gram of protein and carbs last year, and while I did hit my fitness goals, I also found myself avoiding social dinners out of fear of ruining my numbers. The precision feels empowering at first, but I wonder if the long-term relationship with food suffers when every meal becomes a math problem. Maybe intuitive eating, guided by basic nutrition knowledge, is more sustainable for most people — but I'm not entirely sure, since my gym buddies swear by the data. What's been your experience with macro tracking versus more flexible eating approaches?