Calorie calculator
Using the calculator
What the free calorie calculator asks for, why it asks, and what the estimate it produces is for. Age, assigned sex, weight, height and activity level.
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Understanding activity level
Activity level is one of five details the calorie calculator uses to estimate the calories you use in a day. What the five levels mean, how to choose one, and what to do when your routine changes.
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Understanding weight
Weight is one of five details the calorie calculator uses to estimate the calories you use in a day. What it changes, what it does not, and how to get a figure you can use.
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Understanding height
Height is one of five details the calorie calculator uses to estimate the calories you use in a day. What it changes, what it does not, and what to do if you are not sure of your exact height.
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Why age is important
Age is one of five details the calorie calculator uses to estimate the calories you use in a day. What changes with age, what the calculator does with it, and what it does not mean.
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Understanding assigned sex
Assigned sex is one of five details the calorie calculator uses to estimate the calories you use in a day. What the field means, why the equation uses it, and what to do if neither option describes you.
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