A diet plan is the list of food the person can eat to manage their health and weight. A diet plan is tailored to the individual's health condition, weight, and other factors. Such a plan includes food items that are low in calories but are nutritious and provide the essential nutrients required by the body.
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Is it advisable to take calories less than your BMR?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 22-year-old female with a height of 5.2 feet and a weight of 160 lbs. I am trying to lose weight, and I want to know about my daily calorie intake. Also, the calorie I can take if I work out regularly as well. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your BMR (basal metabolic rate) is 1459 calories. So, if you are not exercising, you should take 1750 calories. If you do moderate exercise for 30 to 45 minutes daily, you should carry around 2200 calories per day. If you exercise only four to five days a week, you ... Read Full »