1. What is Daily Calorie Intake?

Daily calorie intake represents the number of calories you need to consume each day to maintain your current weight, based on your basal metabolic rate (BMR) and activity level.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following equation:

Where:

• \( BMR \) — Basal Metabolic Rate (calories burned at rest)
• \( Activity\ Factor \) — Multiplier based on activity level (1.2-1.9)

Explanation: The equation accounts for your body's basic energy needs plus additional calories burned through physical activity.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Knowing your daily calorie needs helps with weight management, whether your goal is maintenance, loss, or gain.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your BMR in kcal/day and select your activity level. For accurate results, use a recent BMR calculation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I determine my BMR?
A: BMR can be calculated using formulas like Mifflin-St Jeor or Harris-Benedict, or measured through metabolic testing.

Q2: What activity factor should I choose?
A: Select based on your typical weekly activity: 1.2 (little/no exercise), 1.375 (light 1-3 days/week), 1.55 (moderate 3-5 days/week), 1.725 (hard 6-7 days/week), 1.9 (very hard exercise/physical job).

Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate but individual variations exist. Adjust based on results over time.

Q4: Should I eat exactly this many calories?
A: This is a starting point. Adjust based on your goals (deficit for weight loss, surplus for gain).

Q5: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate when your weight changes significantly or your activity level changes.