Caloric intake is a fact of life that many people do not pay attention to. Those who work out or are trying to lost
weight usually do
count calories and keep a close eye on their intake. There are varying factors to determine how many
calories you should intake daily to remain
healthy, such as age, weight, and amount of physical activity. On average, a woman needs about
2,000 calories everyday.
However, those who work out can intake more, adding around 250 calories
a day, as those are burned while exercising. Adding more than this
while exercising will counter what you are trying to achieve.
Women
who are pregnant or breastfeeding should intake a larger number of
calories, closer to 2,200. If you are trying to lose weight or size,
eating a lower number of
calories is best for you, but no less than 1,200. The reverse is also true: if you are trying to gain
weight, your
caloric intake
should be higher. Your age can vary your caloric intake as well.
Typically, younger women, usually more active, require more calories
each day to keep healthy, about 2,200. Teenage girls require the most
calories daily because of their growing bodies.
Active teenagers require 500-600 more
calories than the average teenager.
Older women,
most of whom are less active, require fewer calories each day, around
1,600. These numbers are averages and for the typical person. Always
talk to your doctor before starting an exercise plan or diet, and ask
him what your caloric intake should be.
