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How do you define basal metabolic rate?

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It's the caloric measure of what you need to ingest in order to maintain your current weight.

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What does Basal Metabolic Rate measure?
The number of calories the body uses while at rest
What s a basal metabolic rate?
It's a reference point of sorts that tells you how many calories you need to ingest to 'maintain' your current weight. It can be used to lose weight or gain weight by subtracting or adding calories...
How do you calculate basal metabolic rate?
You need your height, weight and age to calculate it. Here is an article that explains it and how to calculate it. It's very easy actually. To calculate to your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) you need to...
What is measured by the basal metabolic rate?
Your BMR is the number of calories you need to ingest in order to maintain your current weight.
How do you find basal metabolic rate?
It's a simple math equation for which you need your age, height and weight: