What is the daily caloric goal for a man who weighs 197 pounds (lbs)?

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From the Guidelines

A man weighing 197 pounds should aim for a daily caloric intake of 2000-3000 calories, as recommended by the American Heart Association guide for improving cardiovascular health at the community level, 2013 update 1. This estimate is based on the calorie ranges provided for men, which depend on age and physical activity level.

  • To calculate more precisely, one can refer to the estimated calorie needs per day by age, gender, and physical activity level, as outlined in the expert panel on integrated guidelines for cardiovascular health and risk reduction in children and adolescents: summary report 1.
  • For a man of this weight, assuming moderate activity levels, the estimated daily calorie needs would be around 2400-2600 calories, according to the Institute of Medicine's Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrate, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein, and Amino Acids.
  • However, it's essential to note that individual calorie needs may vary based on factors such as age, height, muscle mass, and activity level, as well as overall health status.
  • The American Heart Association also recommends balancing calorie intake with physical activity to achieve or maintain a healthy body weight, with a goal of at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity per week for adults 1.
  • Additionally, the 2013 AHA/ACC/TOS guideline for the management of overweight and obesity in adults recommends an energy deficit of ≥500 kcal/d for weight loss, which can be achieved through dietary intake of 1500-1800 kcal/d for men, but never going below 1500 calories to ensure adequate nutrition 1.

From the Research

Daily Caloric Goal for a Man Weighing 197 Pounds

To determine the daily caloric goal for a man who weighs 197 pounds, we need to consider the factors that influence caloric needs.

  • The daily caloric goal depends on various factors such as age, sex, weight, height, and physical activity level.
  • Unfortunately, none of the provided studies 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 directly address the daily caloric goal for a man weighing 197 pounds.
  • However, the studies suggest that a low-calorie diet with a low fat or carbohydrate content is recommended for weight loss 3, and that an energy deficit is the most important factor in weight loss 3, 6.
  • The studies also highlight the importance of individualizing diet strategies based on patient preferences and needs 3, 4.
  • While the exact daily caloric goal for a man weighing 197 pounds is not specified in the provided studies, it is clear that a comprehensive approach to weight management should consider multiple factors, including diet, physical activity, and overall health.

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The American journal of clinical nutrition, 2005

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Optimal Diet Strategies for Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance.

Journal of obesity & metabolic syndrome, 2021

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The role of low-calorie diets and intermittent fasting in the treatment of obesity and type-2 diabetes.

Journal of physiology and pharmacology : an official journal of the Polish Physiological Society, 2018

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Intermittent versus daily calorie restriction: which diet regimen is more effective for weight loss?

Obesity reviews : an official journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity, 2011

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"Calories in, calories out" and macronutrient intake: the hope, hype, and science of calories.

American journal of physiology. Endocrinology and metabolism, 2017

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