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2007-10-02 13:57:52 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
There is no pat answer to this question. The calories needed per day depends on person's current weight, whether they want to lose or gain or stay the same, and their level of activity. To figure out how many calories are needed, go here and enter the required information:
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_6_1x_Calorie_Calculator.asp
As for fat, that is very controversial..even among experts. However, it is thought that you must have at least 15 grams of fat per day for your body to function properly. Here is a good site for more detailed information:
http://www.womensheartfoundation.org/content/Nutrition/counting_fat_grams.asp
2007-10-04 15:52:20 · answer #1 · answered by ilse72 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Look up "Harris Benedict Equation" It takes into consideration endeavor stage, top, weight, age and gender alternatively than simply, your weight x anything = consume this a lot PS, deliver a calculator
2016-09-05 15:31:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋