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Harris-Benedict Equation Calculator

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Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) using the Harris-Benedict equation, which estimates the number of calories your body burns at rest.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Gender, Weight, Height, and Age in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Average Male

Gender: Male; Weight: 70 kg; Height: 175 cm; Age: 30 years

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): 1,695.667 calories/day

Average Female

Gender: Female; Weight: 60 kg; Height: 165 cm; Age: 30 years

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): 1,383.683 calories/day

Young Male

Gender: Male; Weight: 80 kg; Height: 180 cm; Age: 25 years

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): 1,882.017 calories/day

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Important

Use the result as an estimate and confirm any medical decisions with a qualified professional.