Question 1

What is BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)?

Accepted Answer

BMR is the number of calories your body burns at absolute rest to maintain vital functions (breathing, circulation, temperature). It represents 60-75% of your total daily energy expenditure.

Question 2

What's the difference between BMR and TDEE?

Accepted Answer

BMR is resting expenditure. TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) is BMR + physical activities + digestion. For weight loss, use TDEE minus 500 calories, not BMR.

Question 3

How to increase my BMR?

Accepted Answer

Build muscle mass (muscle burns more calories than fat), avoid very restrictive diets (they reduce BMR), sleep well (7-9h) and stay hydrated. Strength training is more effective than cardio.

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