How to Calculate Daily Calories, Protein, Carbs, Fat & Fiber by Age, Gender, Height, Weight & Activity Level

calories

Your calorie needs are not the same as someone else’s. Age, sex, height, weight, activity level, and your goal all affect how much energy you need each day. The good news is that you do not need to guess. You can estimate your daily calorie requirements with a simple BMR and TDEE calculation. Then, you … Read more

How to Meet Your Daily Protein Target on an Indian Vegetarian Diet

Protein

A well-planned Indian vegetarian diet can provide adequate protein through a combination of pulses, cereals, dairy or soy foods, nuts and seeds. ICMR-NIN uses 0.83 g/kg/day as the adult protein RDA under its stated high-quality-protein assumptions, while cereal-heavy lower-quality diets may need more. The practical goal is to spread meaningful protein sources across the day … Read more

How Much Protein Do You Need Per Day

Protein

Protein recommendations can feel confusing because there is no single number that suits everyone. Your daily requirement depends on your body weight, activity level, age, overall calorie intake and health status. Quick answer: Most generally healthy adults need approximately 0.8-0.83 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight each day. People who exercise regularly may … Read more