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bmr

What does bmr mean?

Basal Metabolic Rate, the number of calories the body burns at complete rest just to keep functioning; the floor beneath TDEE.

"Even lying in bed all day you'd burn your BMR."

Origin

Physiology term used as diet-planning slang.

Frequently asked questions

What does BMR mean?
BMR stands for Basal Metabolic Rate, the number of calories your body burns at complete rest just to keep its basic functions going.
What's the difference between BMR and TDEE?
BMR is the calories burned at rest, while TDEE adds the calories burned through daily activity and exercise on top, making TDEE higher.
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