The question "How much sleep do I need" as an adult is what comes to mind if you feel groggy when you wake up, feel tired throughout the day, or are generally irritable and in low mood. The question of how many hours is the right amount of sleep is even more pertinent to school-age… Read More
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How Much Sleep Do You Need
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Tagged children, sleep, sleep duration, sleep length, sleep time, sleeping habits, teenagers
August 14, 2025
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RMR vs BMR for Weight Loss
RMR and BMR, the former abbreviated from Resting Metabolic Rate and the latter from Basal Metabolic Rate, can often be encountered in discussions related to daily caloric requirements, dieting, caloric restrictions and weight loss. Fitness amateurs and professional athletes and their physicians might also use RMR, BMR, or both for weight management. This article will… Read More
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Tagged basal metabolic rate, BMR, calories, resting metabolic rate, rmr, tdee, weight loss
March 1, 2023
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TDEE vs BMR in Daily Calorie Needs Calculation
If you set out to lose weight or maintain a target weight as an athlete or fitness or bodybuilding enthusiast, your coach or physician will often tell you that you need to estimate your BMR and TDEE and to set daily calorie intake limits based on the energy requirements calculated from these measures. Hence, it… Read More
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Tagged basal metabolic rate, BMR, diet, diet and exercise, tdee, total daily energy expenditure, weight loss
February 14, 2023
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From Coffee to Cola: The Most Popular Nonalcoholic Beverages in the US Ranked
Beverage trends come and go and sometimes come back around again, often influenced by everything from shifting cultural priorities, increased scientific research and knowledge on human health, and marketing by large corporations. To explore changing consumer drinking habits, GigaCalculator ranked the seven most popular nonalcoholic beverages among people in the United States by the average… Read More
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Tagged beverages, calorie intake, calories, coffee, fruit juice, milk, water intake
December 14, 2022
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How to Sleep 8 Hours in 4 Hours
Sleep plays an essential role in both physical and mental health. While most adults know that, most don’t get enough sleep to meet minimum recommendations. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one-third of all Americans don’t get enough sleep every night. If you’re not getting enough sleep, then you may wonder what you… Read More
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Tagged health, lifestyle, sleep, sleeping habits
December 5, 2022
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How Human Height Has Changed Over Time — And What Might Be Behind It
Genetics partially influences height, but other factors, such as nutrition, also affect how tall you become as an adult. The average height of a population can indicate the health of its people since things such as childhood illness and poor nutrition during pregnancy and childhood can stunt a person's growth. GigaCalculator examined human height trend… Read More
How to Track Alcohol Macros
Tracking macronutrients is something that people do for a variety of reasons. They may do it because they want to lose weight or because they’re training for an athletic event. People who have diabetes must track their macros, too, particularly carbohydrates and sugars. While most of the things we eat or drink are easy to… Read More
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Tagged calorie intake, fitness, healthy weight, weight loss
September 14, 2022
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Does the Sauna Burn Calories?: What You Need to Know
Picture sitting in a hot, quiet sauna, letting all the worries of the day you just had wash away. For some countries and cultures, sauna is more than just a wellness option at the local gym or spa—it’s a way of life. Take Finland for example: In 2020, the Scandinavian country’s sauna culture was added… Read More
Handball, Jai Alai, and Other Activities That Burn A Lot of Calories
Maybe jogging isn't your cup of tea, and that's okay. While it is a great workout to burn calories and get your heart rate going—which is important for decreasing heart disease risk factors and increasing life expectancy—going for a run just isn't as enjoyable for some as it is for others. Luckily, data shows there… Read More
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Tagged body fat percentage, calories, sport, weight loss
August 26, 2022
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How Much Water Do Hamsters Drink?
Hamsters are a common pet for families, classrooms, and individuals. But, like any pet, getting a hamster should be thought about thoroughly. Making sure you know what your newest pet requires is essential: food, caging, and, importantly, the amount of water they need. It is crucial to know all of this before adding a new… Read More
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Tagged dwarf hamsters, hamsters, water intake
June 17, 2022
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What is the Typical Soccer Player Diet Plan?
Anybody who watches soccer, whether they enjoy the sport or simply love Ted Lasso, may wonder how the top players maintain their impressive level of fitness. Is it all from workouts or do the food choices they make have an impact? A soccer player's diet plan may vary from athlete to athlete, but there are… Read More
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Tagged diet, healthy weight, water intake
June 10, 2022
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Where is the Cleanest Water in the World?
There’s something about the sight (and taste) of crystal clear water that’s calming and uplifting. Anybody who travels regularly may wonder, where is the cleanest water in the world? Clean water is essential for drinking, cooking, and even swimming. Let’s dive in and learn where to find the cleanest, freshest water on the planet. Where… Read More
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Tagged drinking water, travel, vacation, water intake
May 20, 2022
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Can You Drink the Tap Water in Rome?
Rome is a popular travel destination. Millions of people go there every year to take in the city’s breathtaking architecture and learn about its history. People planning a trip might wonder about the safety of the drinking water and if they should stick to bottled water when they’re in Rome. Ancient Rome had a sophisticated… Read More
How Many Calories Do I Need to Burn in a Day to Reach My Weight Goal?
If you’re on a journey to get slimmer or to bulk up, you may already have a specific goal weight in mind. This could be the amount you need to be to fit into your favorite outfit, maybe it’s the size you want to be for a special event coming up, or perhaps it’s the… Read More
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Tagged calories, tdee, total daily energy expenditure, weight loss
July 24, 2019
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What is the Difference Between Lean Body Mass and Body Fat?
When it comes to figuring out your unique body composition, there are so many terms and measurements out there that it can be easy to mix them all up. Lean body mass, fat-free mass, body fat, and body mass index are just some of the ways to understand and measure your body, yet they are… Read More
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Tagged body fat, body fat mass, body fat percentage, lean body mass
July 18, 2019
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5 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Even When You’re Resting
Many people think of metabolism in terms of how their body breaks down food or how their body uses energy when they’re doing physical activities. While both of those are true, your metabolism is still working even when you’re not "doing anything" so that your body can continue to function. By looking at your basal… Read More
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Tagged basal metabolic rate, BMR, energy requirements, human metabolism
July 10, 2019
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How to Celebrate Someone on Their Sobriety
Giving up alcohol and drugs to live a life of sobriety is no easy task. If you know someone who’s gone through the difficult struggle against addiction, then that’s a milestone worth celebrating! This special person in your life may already know their “sobriety birthday” or the anniversary of their sobriety. But, if they don’t… Read More
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Tagged alchohol, celebrating sobriety, sober party
June 10, 2019
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What is a Healthy Heart Rate?
Most people have seen images of a heart rate monitor screen: a line with periodic sharp spikes up and down. Perhaps you can even clearly hear in your mind the beeping that occurs as these spikes appear. While these images may be ingrained in us from various medical movies and TV shows, knowing your own… Read More
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Tagged healthy heart rate, healthy weight, heart rate, target heart rate
May 10, 2019
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The Mathematics of Weight Loss – Putting the 3500 Calorie Myth to Rest
There is a lot of scientific work done with regards to the reduction in caloric intake required to achieve a particular weight loss goal. The mathematics behind the science of weight loss are, in fact, quite fascinating and in this article we will go over them in some detail. In doing so, we will address… Read More
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Tagged calorie intake, calories, energy balance, tdee, weight loss, weight loss goals
March 28, 2019
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Use a Body Shape Calculator to Help You Shop Online
It’s easier than ever today to find what you need online, and clothes are no exception. In minutes, you can check a couple of websites to find the perfect outfit and then receive it right at your doorstep in just a few days. While shopping online does offer its many conveniences, it also means not… Read More
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Tagged body image, body shape, body type, clothes, shopping
March 22, 2019
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