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| Definition |
| Estimated Energy Requirement (EER) is the daily requirement for energy. Recommended by the DRI (Dietary Reference Intake)Accounts for age, gender, height, physical activity, and weight. |
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| EER Formula |
- Males 19yrs and older
- EER = [662 - (9.53 x age)] + [PA x (15.91 x weight)] + (539.6 x height)
- Females 19yrs and older
- EER = [662 - (6.91 x age)] + [PA x (9.36 x weight)] + (726 x height)
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| How to Calculate EER |
- Choose right equation based on your gender
- Insert age in years
- Insert weight in kg
- Insert height in meters
- Determine what your Physical Activity (PA) factor is by using the following chart
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Physical Activity Factors and Equivalents
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Description
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PA Equivalents
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Men PA Factor
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Women PA Factor
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Sedentary
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Everyday living
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1.0
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1.0
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Activities equivalent to walking at a pace of 2 to 4 mph for the following distances
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Low Active
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1.5 – 3.0 miles/day
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1.11
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1.12
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Active
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3 – 10 miles/day
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1.25
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1.27
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Very Active
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Above 10 miles/day
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1.48
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1.45
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| Estimated Energy Requirements (EER) Charts |
| Click here for a list of EER Charts |
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| Sources Cited |
- Nutrition Concepts and Controversies, 10th edition, Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitny, 2006
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