Basal Metabolic Rate 1.0

Basal Metabolic Rate is the minimal caloric requirement needed to sustain life in a resting individual. Let's look at some factors that affect BMR:Age: In youth, the BMR is higher; age brings less lean mass and slows the BMR. Height: Tall, thin people have higher BMR's. Growth: Children and pregnant women have higher BMR's. Body Composition: The more lean tissue, the higher the BMR.The more fat tissue, the lower the BMR.

See also: Basal Metabolic Rate facts, Basal Metabolic Rate

Calorie Calculator 2.08

Based on a variety of questions answered, this calculator gives Metabolic Rate (BMR), Body Mass Index (BMI), and total Calories needed to maintain present weight.

See also: BMI, BMR, calorie, caloric, calculator, body mass index, metabolic, metabolism