1. What is Caloric Intake Calculation?

The caloric intake calculation estimates the number of calories your body needs daily to maintain your current weight based on your height, weight, age, gender, and activity level.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor Equation:

Where:

• \( weight \) — Body weight in kilograms
• \( height \) — Height in centimeters
• \( age \) — Age in years
• \( activity\_factor \) — Multiplier based on activity level

Explanation: The equation calculates your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and then adjusts it based on your activity level to estimate total daily energy expenditure.

3. Importance of Caloric Intake

Details: Knowing your caloric needs helps with weight management, whether you want to maintain, lose, or gain weight. It's essential for creating personalized diet plans.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your weight in kg, height in cm, age in years, select gender and activity level. For accurate results, use your most recent measurements.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is height important in calorie calculation?
A: Taller individuals typically have more body mass and thus higher caloric needs to maintain their weight.

Q2: What's the difference between BMR and TDEE?
A: BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) is calories burned at complete rest, while TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) includes all daily activities.

Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate but individual variations in metabolism can affect actual needs by ±200-300 calories.

Q4: Should I adjust my intake for weight goals?
A: For weight loss, reduce intake by 300-500 kcal/day. For gain, increase by 300-500 kcal/day.

Q5: How often should I recalculate my needs?
A: Recalculate after significant weight changes (±5kg) or changes in activity level.