1. What is the Calories to Lose Weight Calculator?

This calculator helps women determine their daily calorie needs for weight loss by calculating Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), and recommended calorie intake based on a specified deficit.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses these formulas:

Where:

• \( weight \) — Body weight in kilograms
• \( height \) — Height in centimeters
• \( age \) — Age in years
• \( activity\ factor \) — Multiplier based on activity level
• \( deficit \) — Desired calorie deficit for weight loss

Explanation: BMR represents calories burned at rest, TDEE accounts for activity level, and the deficit creates the calorie reduction needed for weight loss.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie calculation is essential for safe and effective weight loss, helping to create an appropriate deficit without extreme restriction that could harm metabolism.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter accurate weight and height measurements. Choose activity level honestly. A 500 kcal/day deficit typically results in about 0.5 kg (1 lb) of weight loss per week.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a safe calorie deficit?
A: 250-500 kcal/day is generally safe for gradual weight loss. Very active individuals may tolerate larger deficits.

Q2: Why is my TDEE higher than my friend's with similar stats?
A: Activity level, muscle mass, and metabolic differences affect TDEE. The calculator provides estimates.

Q3: Should I eat below my BMR?
A: Generally not recommended as it may slow metabolism. Aim to stay at or above BMR unless supervised by a professional.

Q4: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate every 5-10 kg lost or if activity level changes significantly.

Q5: Why is this specifically for women?
A: The BMR formula includes a -161 adjustment for typical female metabolism. Men would use +5 instead.