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How do i calculate my basal metabolic rate? is there an online calculator you recommend?
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BMR: Yes, there are calculators online and are based on your age, weight, height and gender. However, these are only estimates of BMR. The best to calculate your BMR is to have indirect calorimetry (ask your doctor about it) Here are one link: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/tools/bmr-calculator
Answered 6/2/2018
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