Your calorie goal is calculated using a formula that considers your height, weight, gender, and age. Depending on whether you want to lose, gain, or maintain your weight, we calculate a calorie deficit or surplus to reach your calorie goal. A difference of plus or minus 500 kcal per day usually leads to a gain or loss of 0.5 kilograms per week. 🌱

You should always cover your basal metabolic rate in your daily diet. If you are below your basal metabolic rate for an extended period, your body will break down muscle tissue to compensate for the energy deficit. This often happens through strict and one-sided diets or fasting cures. In addition, if your calorie intake is below your basal metabolic rate, your body might not receive enough vitamins and minerals. An undersupply of nutrients can negatively affect many metabolic functions and your immune system.

Even though your energy requirement can be determined quite accurately using the formula, our bodies are not machines. Every metabolism is slightly different, and every body reacts differently to food intake. Therefore, you should always view our calculations as a recommendation only. Make sure you are comfortable with your calorie goal and that you are getting closer to it. If not, you can change your calorie goal in the app settings at any time and adjust it individually 💚

We hope this article was helpful and wish you lots of joy with Yazio. If you still have questions, Max is always happy to help in the chat 💬