Calculator For Losing Weight Women

Daily Calorie Intake Formula:

\[ \text{Daily Calorie Intake} = \text{TDEE} - \text{Deficit} \] \[ \text{TDEE} = \text{BMR} \times \text{Activity Factor} \] \[ \text{BMR (Women)} = 655 + (9.6 \times \text{weight in kg}) + (1.8 \times \text{height in cm}) - (4.7 \times \text{age in years}) \]

Weight:

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Age:

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Calorie Deficit:

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BMR:

TDEE:

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1. What is Daily Calorie Intake for Weight Loss?

The daily calorie intake for weight loss is calculated by subtracting a calorie deficit from your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE). This creates an energy deficit that leads to weight loss over time.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses these formulas:

\[ \text{Daily Calorie Intake} = \text{TDEE} - \text{Deficit} \] \[ \text{TDEE} = \text{BMR} \times \text{Activity Factor} \] \[ \text{BMR (Women)} = 655 + (9.6 \times \text{weight}) + (1.8 \times \text{height}) - (4.7 \times \text{age}) \]

Where:

BMR — Basal Metabolic Rate (calories burned at rest)
TDEE — Total Daily Energy Expenditure
Activity Factor — Multiplier based on your activity level
Deficit — Typically 500 kcal/day for 0.5kg weight loss per week

3. Importance of Calorie Deficit

Details: A calorie deficit is essential for weight loss. A deficit of 500 kcal/day typically results in about 0.5kg of weight loss per week, which is considered safe and sustainable.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your weight in kg, height in cm, age in years, select your activity level, and choose your desired calorie deficit. The default deficit of 500 kcal/day is recommended for most women.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a safe calorie deficit for women?
A: Typically 300-500 kcal/day for gradual weight loss. Very low calorie diets (<1200 kcal/day) should be medically supervised.

Q2: How accurate is the BMR calculation?
A: The Mifflin-St Jeor equation is about 70% accurate. For greater precision, metabolic testing is needed.

Q3: Why is activity level important?
A: More active individuals burn more calories, so their TDEE is higher and they can eat more while maintaining a deficit.

Q4: Should I adjust my calories as I lose weight?
A: Yes, recalculate periodically as weight loss reduces your BMR and TDEE.

Q5: Is exercise necessary for weight loss?
A: While possible through diet alone, exercise preserves muscle mass and improves overall health during weight loss.