Some folks lovecounting calories, and others hate it.

So how do you know if you should track your food?

Calorie trackerslike MyFitnessPal have become incredibly popular in recent years.

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But how do you know if you should personallytrack your calories?

What are the potential benefits of calorie tracking?

Who should avoid tracking their calories?

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While there are some benefits, there are instances where food tracking can be unhelpful or potentially harmful.