How Many Calories Should A Woman Consume

How many calories does a woman need to eat on a daily basis ? This is one question that leaves many women confused. For a woman there is the “just right” ideal, so here is a guide that will help you better understand the caloric needs for your body. Understand that this is for women only and only a doctor or nutritionist can tell you exactly what you may need, but based on averages we give you a ball park figure. Daily calorie requirements for women depend on her age and current weight. An additional factor is her activity level: inactive, moderately active or extremely active.

Age 18 to 35

Young women, age 18 to 35 require 1760 to 2400 basic calories per day. A woman weighing 110 pounds should consume 1860 calories. A 150-pound woman should consume 2250 daily calories.

Age 36 to 55

Women, age 36 to 55, should consume 1570 to 2150 calories per day, depending on her weight. A 130-pound woman requires 1860 calories per day. A 160-pound woman should consume 2150 daily calories.

Over Age 55

Fewer calories are required as women age. Generally, older women require 1430 to 1720 calories per day. A woman over 55, weighing 100 pounds should eat 1430 daily calories. A 140-pound woman should consume 1630 calories.

Decrease Daily Calories for Inactivity

Inactive women should reduce their daily calories by approximately 480 to 960 calories. An inactive 130-pound woman should reduce her daily intake by 570 calories. A 175-pound inactive woman should decrease her calories by 760 per day.

Increase Calories for Moderately Active Women

Women with moderate activity levels should increase their daily calories by 240 to 430, according to their current weight. The more a woman weighs, the more her daily calories should increase. For example, a moderately active 150-pound woman should add 340 calories per day over the basic required daily calories.

Increase Calories for Extremely Active Women

Women involved in strenuous physical activities should increase their daily calories consumed by 480 to 860, depending on her current weight. A 130-pound woman, very actively involved in sports, should increase her daily calories by approximately 570 calories.

 

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