I Stopped Counting Macros and I’m Still Hitting My Goals

I’ve always loved cooking, but dieting is a different story. Finding recipes, doing the math, and weighing every ingredient is not my favorite part. Even with the best intentions, I’d get halfway through the week and realize I’d miscalculated something or missed my protein goal entirely.

I’ve tried countless meal delivery services to help me figure it out, and while they were convenient, they didn’t really align with my goals. Either the meals were too carb-heavy, too light on protein, or lacked the nutritional balance I was looking for.

So when I heard about BistroMD, I had to give it a try.

You have to try BistroMD…

BistroMD is a doctor- and dietitian-designed meal delivery program that focuses on balanced, nutrient-rich meals. Everything comes ready to heat and eat, so there’s no planning, grocery shopping, or cooking involved.

They offer a variety of programs tailored to your needs, including gluten-free, keto, diabetic-friendly, heart-healthy, and a menopause-specific plan. All are built to help you eat in a way that supports your health goals without the stress of figuring it out yourself. 

How I stopped counting macros entirely

Counting macros sounds simple until you’re in the kitchen with a food scale, trying to figure out if that extra spoonful of rice is going to throw everything off.

It started to feel more like homework than healthy eating. I was spending more time doing math than actually enjoying my food.

BistroMD’s Signature Program changed the game for me.

Every meal is dietitian-designed to be:

• 25–30g protein
• 25g or less net carbs
• 5g or less added sugar
• 500mg or less sodium

That means I don’t have to measure, weigh, or track anything. I just heat, eat, and know I’m hitting my nutrition goals without thinking about it.

And it wasn’t just the macros:

• No cooking or cleanup.
• No weighing food or logging every bite.
• No grocery shopping for “diet” foods I don’t really enjoy.
• Ready-to-eat meals at my fingertips, which means no more last-minute takeout.

And because everything is ready in minutes, it’s been a lifesaver on busy workdays and when I get back from traveling.

A week on BistroMD

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One of my favorite parts is the variety. In a single week, I’ve had:

• Barramundi Seabass with Mango Coconut Salsa,  light, fresh, and surprisingly filling.
• Berbere Chicken with Spiced Lentils & Carrots,  warm, flavorful, and perfect for cooler evenings.
• Thai-Style Coconut Chicken, creamy, fragrant, and full of vegetables.
• Chicken Tikka Masala Meatballs, rich and satisfying without feeling heavy.

The meals taste like something you’d get at a restaurant, but they’re portioned and balanced in a way that fits into my day.

BistroMD has been the biggest change in my weight loss journey

For the first time, I’m actually consistent. I’m eating balanced meals, hitting my protein goals, and I’m not exhausted from thinking about food all day.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the tracking, the weighing, and the constant math, BistroMD is worth trying. It’s been the easiest way for me to stick to my goals and enjoy my meals at the same time.