The dietitian revealed the daily calorie norm: how many are needed for women and men.

Dietitian Brittany Paulson shared the necessary daily calorie intake for an individual. According to her data, men aged 18-55 need 2200–3200 kcal per day, depending on activity level. The lower limit is suitable for those with a sedentary lifestyle, while the upper limit is for athletes or those engaged in heavy physical work. Women aged 18-55 require 1600–2400 kcal.

Details from the dietitian

After the age of 55, metabolism slows down, so the norm decreases to 2000–2600 kcal for men and 1600–2000 kcal for women. For safe weight loss, it is recommended to create a deficit of 500 kcal per day, which allows for a loss of about 0.5 kg per week. Caloric calculations should be made considering individual characteristics of the body and consulting with a specialist.