1. What is the Calorie Calculator for Women to Lose Weight?

This calculator estimates the daily calorie intake needed for women to lose weight safely (about 0.5 kg per week) based on their basal metabolic rate (BMR) and activity level.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following equation:

Where:

• \( BMR \) — Basal Metabolic Rate calculated using Mifflin-St Jeor Equation
• \( activity\_factor \) — Multiplier based on physical activity level
• \( 500 \) — Calorie deficit for weight loss (about 0.5 kg/week)

BMR Calculation (Mifflin-St Jeor for Women): \[ BMR = (10 \times weight\ in\ kg) + (6.25 \times height\ in\ cm) - (5 \times age) - 161 \]

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie estimation is crucial for safe and effective weight loss. A 500-calorie daily deficit typically results in about 0.5 kg of weight loss per week.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current weight in kg, height in cm, age in years, and select your activity level. For best results, measure your weight and height accurately.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why subtract 500 calories?
A: A 500-calorie daily deficit creates about 3500 calories weekly deficit, which equals approximately 0.5 kg of fat loss.

Q2: Is this calculator only for women?
A: Yes, this uses the female-specific BMR equation. Men should use a different calculator.

Q3: How accurate is the BMR calculation?
A: Mifflin-St Jeor is about 70-80% accurate for most people. Individual variations exist.

Q4: Can I create a larger deficit?
A: Not recommended. Deficits >500-750 calories/day may cause muscle loss and metabolic slowdown.

Q5: Should I adjust as I lose weight?
A: Yes, recalculate every 4-5 kg lost as your BMR decreases with weight loss.