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đ¯ What is TDEE?
TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) is the total number of calories your body burns in a 24-hour period, including all activities, exercise, and basic bodily functions. Understanding your TDEE is crucial for effective weight management, whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain, or maintenance.
đ TDEE Formula (Mifflin-St Jeor + Activity)
- Men: BMR = (10 Ã weight kg) + (6.25 Ã height cm) - (5 Ã age) + 5
- Women: BMR = (10 Ã weight kg) + (6.25 Ã height cm) - (5 Ã age) - 161
- TDEE = BMR Ã Activity Factor
đââī¸ Activity Levels Explained
- Sedentary (1.2): Little or no exercise, desk job
- Lightly Active (1.375): Light exercise 1-3 days/week
- Moderately Active (1.55): Moderate exercise 3-5 days/week
- Very Active (1.725): Hard exercise 6-7 days/week
- Extra Active (1.9): Athlete or physical labor job
đ¯ How to Use TDEE for Weight Loss
- Weight Loss: Eat 300-500 calories less than TDEE
- Weight Maintenance: Eat equal to TDEE
- Muscle Gain: Eat 300-500 calories more than TDEE
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â Frequently Asked Questions
â What is TDEE?
TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) is the total number of calories your body burns in a day including all activities, exercise, and basic functions.
â How to calculate TDEE?
First calculate your BMR using Mifflin-St Jeor formula, then multiply by your activity level factor (1.2 to 1.9). Our calculator does this automatically.
â Is TDEE calculator accurate?
TDEE calculators provide estimates within 10-15% accuracy. For best results, use body fat percentage option which increases accuracy.
â What is a good TDEE for weight loss?
For weight loss, eat 300-500 calories less than your TDEE. This creates a calorie deficit of 1-2 pounds per week.
đĄ Pro Tip: For the most accurate TDEE calculation, enter your body fat percentage if known. This adjusts the formula to account for lean body mass.