Basal Metabolic Rate Calculator
Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation. BMR is the number of calories your body needs at rest to maintain basic functions.
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- 1 Enter the requested data in the fields above carefully.
- 2 Click the calculate button to process the information instantly.
- 3 Analyze the detailed result and the formula explanation presented below.
- 4 You can print, share, or even embed the calculator on your own site for free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
BMR is the number of calories your body needs to perform basic life-sustaining functions like breathing, circulation, and cell production while at rest.
This calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation: For men: BMR = 10 × weight(kg) + 6.25 × height(cm) - 5 × age(y) + 5; For women: BMR = 10 × weight(kg) + 6.25 × height(cm) - 5 × age(y) - 161.
BMR varies by age, gender, weight, and height. For an average adult, BMR ranges from 1200 to 2000 kcal/day. Use the calculator to get your personalized estimate.
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