Nutrition Facts
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Our nutrition calculator is based on the following steps to determine your daily calorie and macronutrient intake:
1. Calculating your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
We use the following formulas to calculate your BMR:
Male: BMR = 66.47 + ( 13.75 × weight in kg ) + ( 5.003 × height in cm ) − ( 6.755 × age in years )
Female: BMR = 655.1 + ( 9.563 × weight in kg ) + ( 1.85 × height in cm ) − ( 4.676 × age in years )
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2. Calculating your Maintenance Calorie (MC) based on your activity level
We consider your daily activity level to determine your MC:
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Extremely Active (manual labour): MC = BMR x 1.9
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Fairly Active (e.g., walking or cycling to work): MC = BMR x 1.725
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Fairly Inactive (e.g., moderate movement): MC = BMR x 1.55
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Desk-bound or seated most of the day: MC = BMR x 1.375
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3. Calculating your Target Calorie (TC) intake based on your fitness goal
We factor in your fitness goals to determine your TC:
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Building Muscle Mass: TC = MC + 400
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Strength and Conditioning: TC = MC
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Weight Loss: TC = MC - 400
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4. Calculating your macros based on your body type and TC
We use the following macro ratios for each body type and convert them into caloric values:
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Ectomorph: 40% CARBS, 35% PROTEIN, 25% FATS
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Mesomorph: 35% CARBS, 40% PROTEIN, 25% FATS
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Endomorph: 35% CARBS, 40% PROTEIN, 25% FATS
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5. Breaking down your TC and macros into your daily meals
We divide your daily calorie and macronutrient intake into five meals as follows:
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Breakfast: 25%
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Lunch: 35%
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Dinner: 15%
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Snacks: 2 * 12.5%
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This information provides a comprehensive overview of your daily nutritional requirements and is an excellent starting point for anyone looking to improve their diet and reach their fitness goals.
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Source: The National Academy of Sports & Medicine (NASM)
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