If you’re like most Americans, you have no clue of the number of calories needed to maintain your desired weight. Even worse, you probably don’t have a clue about how many you actually are eating every day. According to a recent survey of over 1,000 people conducted by The International Food Information Council Foundation 63% couldn’t estimate the number of calories they eat, 25% won’t even take a guess and only 12% have an accurate idea. That means a whopping 88% of those surveyed are clueless about their “number.” While calories aren’t the whole picture, having a solid frame of reference about your calorie intake and output is a key step in creating a lifestyle that fosters a healthy weight and a healthy body. Here’s how to determine how many calories are right for you.
