basal metabolic rate (BMR)

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This is a basal metabolic rate calculation.
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This one calculates the Basal Metabolic Rate for a sedentary individual. Fill in data and then submit the form both by either pressing enter or clicking the 'Try it' button:









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References and Notes
This uses the Schofield equation to calculate Basal Metabolic Rate.WHO. 2001. Human energy requirements: Report of a Joint FAO/WHO/UNU Expert Consultation. Rome.
Schofield WN. Predicting basal metabolic rate, new standards and review of previous work. Hum Nutr Clin Nutr. 1985;39 Suppl 1:5-41.
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