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Body Composition
Basal Metabolic Rate
Calories your body burns at complete rest — the foundation of energy expenditure.
PLAIN ENGLISH
Patient-Friendly Explanation
Your BMR is the number of calories your body burns just to stay alive — breathing, thinking, pumping blood. It accounts for 60-75% of your daily calorie burn.
MEDICAL
Clinical Definition
BMR is measured under strict conditions (12h fasted, thermoneutral environment). Predictive equations (Mifflin-St Jeor) estimate BMR from weight, height, age, and sex. Lean body mass is the main determinant.
KEY INSIGHT
Why It Matters
BMR decreases with weight loss (metabolic adaptation), making continued weight loss harder. Medical supervision helps adjust strategies as metabolism changes.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns. Accord Medical Clinic Singapore is an MOH-registered medical clinic in Singapore. Dr Joseph Wang (Family Physician) provides medical weight management consultations.