Daily Energy Expenditure Calculator
With this calculator you can calculate your daily energy expenditure. The total energy expenditure is the amount of energy our body spends each day. This includes the energy our body needs to maintain vital functions (breathing, heartbeats…) and also considers the energy we use to live normally (cleaning the house, working, or doing physical activity).
The Daily Energy Expenditure is the total amount of energy our body needs to perform daily tasks. Including basal metabolism, thermogenesis produced by food, and all the energy we demand when performing physical activity. The Daily Energy Expenditure is a relevant measure to accurately detail the energy needs of each individual. Understanding it and being able to calculate the DEE allows us to adapt our diet and find a healthy lifestyle that matches our goals. The TEE consists of the following aspects:
- Basal metabolic rate (~ 60 – 70% of the DEE in the general population): refers to the amount of energy the body needs to keep functioning at rest, without doing any activity.
- Thermic effect of food (~ 10% of the DEE in the general population): refers to the energy required to process food.
- Energy expenditure from exercise (~ 5 to 20% of the DEE, depending on how much exercise you do): this refers to the energy you use when you do your workouts.
- Energy expenditure from activities not considered exercise; known as NEAT by its acronym in English: it would be everything that is not considered structured and planned activity (for example, cleaning the house, going down the stairs at home, etc).
Frequently asked questions
What is daily energy expenditure?
Daily energy expenditure is the amount of calories your body needs to function, including basic and physical daily activities.
How is daily energy expenditure calculated?
It is calculated by adding the basal metabolic rate (BMR), the thermic effect of food, and the caloric expenditure from physical activity. Formulas like Harris-Benedict can be used to estimate it.
What factors affect daily energy expenditure?
Factors such as age, gender, weight, height, physical activity level, and body composition affect daily energy expenditure.
What is the purpose of calculating daily energy expenditure?
Calculating daily energy expenditure helps plan the appropriate caloric intake to maintain, lose, or gain weight according to your goals.
How does physical activity level affect daily energy expenditure?
The level of physical activity increases daily energy expenditure, as the body burns more calories during activities like walking, running, or exercising.
What is the difference between basal energy expenditure and daily energy expenditure?
[article ids=”98340″] Basal energy expenditure is the amount of calories needed for basic functions at rest, while daily energy expenditure includes all daily activities and exercise.
How to adjust caloric intake according to daily energy expenditure?
To adjust caloric intake, calculate your daily energy expenditure and adapt your diet according to your goals: consume fewer calories to lose weight or more to gain muscle mass.
Is it necessary to recalculate daily energy expenditure regularly?
Yes, it is advisable to recalculate it if you change your physical activity level, weight, or if you have new health and fitness goals.
