1. What Is The Calorie Calculator For Weight Loss?

This calculator estimates the daily calorie intake needed for women to lose weight (approximately 1 pound per week) based on their Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and activity level.

2. How Does The Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the weight loss formula:

Where:

• \( BMR \) — Basal Metabolic Rate (calories burned at rest)
• \( Activity\_factor \) — Multiplier based on activity level
• \( 500 \) — Calorie deficit for ~1 pound/week weight loss

Explanation: The formula first calculates your maintenance calories (BMR × activity factor) then subtracts 500 calories to create a deficit for weight loss.

3. Importance Of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie calculation helps create sustainable weight loss without extreme restriction that could harm metabolism or nutritional status.

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter your BMR (use a BMR calculator if unknown) and select your activity level. For best results, recalculate as your weight changes.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why subtract 500 calories?
A: A 500-calorie daily deficit creates about 1 pound of fat loss per week (500 × 7 = 3500 calories ≈ 1 pound fat).

Q2: Is this calculator only for women?
A: While designed for women, men can use the same formula though their calorie needs are typically higher.

Q3: What if I don't know my BMR?
A: Use a BMR calculator first, which considers your age, height, weight, and gender.

Q4: Can I create a larger deficit?
A: Not recommended. Deficits >500-750 calories/day may cause muscle loss and metabolic slowdown.

Q5: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate every 5-10 pounds lost, as your BMR decreases with weight loss.