Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represents the number of calories your body burns while performing basic life-sustaining functions such as breathing, circulating blood and maintaining body temperature.
This calculator uses the scientifically validated Mifflin-St Jeor equation which estimates metabolic rate using your age, gender, height and weight.
No. BMR measures calories burned at rest, while TDEE includes physical activity.
Yes. BMR changes with age, weight, muscle mass and hormonal factors.
The calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor formula which is considered one of the most accurate BMR equations.