Calories For Weight Loss Calculator For Women Over 60

Calorie Calculation:

\[ \text{Daily Calorie Intake} = \text{TDEE} - \text{Deficit} \] \[ \text{TDEE} = \text{BMR} \times \text{Activity Factor} \] \[ \text{BMR} = 10 \times \text{weight} + 6.25 \times \text{height} - 5 \times \text{age} - 161 \]

Weight:

Height:

Age:

years

Activity Level:

Desired Deficit:

kcal/day

BMR:

TDEE:

Daily Calorie Intake:

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1. What is This Calculator?

This calculator estimates the daily calorie intake needed for weight loss in women over 60 by calculating Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) and subtracting a specified calorie deficit.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation for BMR and multiplies by an activity factor to get TDEE:

\[ \text{BMR} = 10 \times \text{weight} + 6.25 \times \text{height} - 5 \times \text{age} - 161 \] \[ \text{TDEE} = \text{BMR} \times \text{Activity Factor} \] \[ \text{Daily Calorie Intake} = \text{TDEE} - \text{Deficit} \]

Where:

\( \text{weight} \) — Weight in kilograms
\( \text{height} \) — Height in centimeters
\( \text{age} \) — Age in years (must be ≥60)
\( \text{Activity Factor} \) — Multiplier based on activity level
\( \text{Deficit} \) — Calorie deficit for weight loss (typically 500 kcal/day)

Explanation: The equation accounts for basal metabolic rate (energy at rest) adjusted for activity level, then subtracts a deficit for weight loss.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie calculation is crucial for healthy weight loss, especially for women over 60 who have different metabolic needs than younger individuals.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter weight in kg, height in cm, age (must be 60+), select activity level, and desired deficit (typically 500 kcal/day for steady weight loss).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why a special calculator for women over 60?
A: Metabolism slows with age, and women's caloric needs change after menopause, requiring adjusted calculations.

Q2: What's a safe calorie deficit?
A: 250-500 kcal/day deficit is generally safe, resulting in 0.25-0.5 kg weight loss per week.

Q3: How accurate is the BMR calculation?
A: Mifflin-St Jeor is about 70% accurate for individuals; actual needs may vary based on body composition.

Q4: Should I eat below my BMR?
A: Generally not recommended as it may slow metabolism further. Aim to stay above BMR.

Q5: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate every 5-10 kg of weight loss or if activity level changes significantly.