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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 calories burned through physical activity. This calculator is specifically calibrated for black women.
The calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation with activity multiplier:
Where:
Explanation: The equation calculates your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) first, then multiplies it by your activity level to estimate total daily calorie expenditure.
Details: Knowing your TDEE is essential for weight management. To lose weight, consume fewer calories than your TDEE; to gain weight, consume more. This calculator is specifically calibrated for black women's metabolic characteristics.
Tips: Enter your weight in kg, height in cm, age in years, and select your activity level. Be honest about your activity level for the most accurate results.
Q1: Why is this calculator specific to black women?
A: Research shows metabolic differences between ethnic groups. This calculator uses equations specifically validated for black women's physiology.
Q2: How accurate is the TDEE calculation?
A: The Mifflin-St Jeor equation is considered one of the most accurate for estimating BMR, and when combined with appropriate activity multipliers, provides a good TDEE estimate for most people.
Q3: Should I eat exactly at my TDEE?
A: If weight maintenance is your goal, yes. For weight loss, create a deficit of 300-500 calories; for weight gain, add 300-500 calories to your TDEE.
Q4: How often should I recalculate my TDEE?
A: Recalculate whenever your weight changes significantly (5+ kg) or your activity level changes substantially.
Q5: Are there limitations to this calculation?
A: Individual variations in metabolism, hormonal factors, and medical conditions can affect actual energy expenditure. Use this as a starting point and adjust based on results.