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TDEE Equation for Diabetes Type 2:
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Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) represents the total number of calories you burn in a day, including basal metabolic rate (BMR) and physical activity. For individuals with type 2 diabetes, understanding TDEE is crucial for weight management and blood sugar control.
The calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor Equation for BMR and multiplies it by an activity factor:
Where:
BMR Calculation:
For men: \( BMR = (10 \times weight\:kg) + (6.25 \times height\:cm) - (5 \times age) + 5 \)
For women: \( BMR = (10 \times weight\:kg) + (6.25 \times height\:cm) - (5 \times age) - 161 \)
Details: Knowing your TDEE helps with weight management, which is crucial for diabetes control. Maintaining a healthy weight can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce diabetes complications.
Tips: Enter your weight in kg, height in cm, age in years, select gender and activity level. For accurate results, use your current weight and be honest about your activity level.
Q1: Why is TDEE important for type 2 diabetes?
A: Managing calorie intake relative to TDEE helps maintain a healthy weight, which improves blood sugar control and reduces insulin resistance.
Q2: Should people with diabetes eat below their TDEE?
A: A modest calorie deficit (typically 250-500 kcal below TDEE) can help with weight loss, but extreme deficits should be avoided as they can affect blood sugar control.
Q3: How often should I recalculate my TDEE?
A: Recalculate whenever your weight changes significantly (5+ kg) or your activity level changes substantially.
Q4: Does diabetes affect BMR?
A: Poorly controlled diabetes may slightly increase BMR due to glucose wasting, but the effect is typically small.
Q5: Can I use this for weight loss with diabetes?
A: Yes, but consult with your healthcare provider to ensure your weight loss plan is safe and appropriate for your diabetes management.