Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985)
The weight-only WHO/FAO equations by age band — the basis of many national dietary reference values.
Schofield's regression needed only weight, which made it practical for global nutrition planning — WHO/FAO/UNU adopted it in 1985 and many countries' dietary reference values still rest on it. It was fitted heavily on Italian military data and can over-predict for some Asian populations.
Formula
For general information only — not medical advice, a diagnosis or a treatment plan. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health, diet, medication or exercise decisions.
The weight-only WHO/FAO equations by age band — the basis of many national dietary reference values. The Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985) is a free, private schofield equation tool — every result computes instantly in your browser with no sign-up and no data upload.
About Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985)
Schofield's regression needed only weight, which made it practical for global nutrition planning — WHO/FAO/UNU adopted it in 1985 and many countries' dietary reference values still rest on it. It applies BMR = a × weight(kg) + b (a, b from WHO 1985 age/sex table). Use the Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985) to get an instant, clearly-explained result with the working shown step by step — free, private and with the source method cited.
How to use Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985)
- 1Enter your details in the Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985) input fields above.
- 2The result updates instantly with the working and reference bands shown.
- 3Adjust any value to explore how it changes the outcome — it's free and unlimited.
Why use Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985)?
- ✓Instant schofield equation result that recomputes as you type — no waiting, no page reloads
- ✓100% client-side: your health data never leaves your browser
- ✓Shows the actual formula and your numbers substituted in, so you can see exactly how the result is reached
- ✓Based on published, citable sources (Schofield WN, Hum Nutr Clin Nutr 1985;39 Suppl 1:5-41)
- ✓Free forever with no sign-up, account or app install
Frequently asked questions
How does the Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985) work?+
Schofield's regression needed only weight, which made it practical for global nutrition planning — WHO/FAO/UNU adopted it in 1985 and many countries' dietary reference values still rest on it. The calculation uses the formula: BMR = a × weight(kg) + b (a, b from WHO 1985 age/sex table). Everything runs instantly in your browser as you type — your inputs are never uploaded.
Is the Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985) accurate, and what is it based on?+
The method is traceable to authoritative sources, including Schofield WN, Hum Nutr Clin Nutr 1985;39 Suppl 1:5-41; FAO/WHO/UNU Technical Report 724 (1985). Results are estimates — individual variation always applies, so treat the output as a well-grounded starting point.
Is the Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985) free and private?+
Yes. It's completely free with no sign-up, and all computation happens locally in your browser, so none of your health data ever leaves your device.
Can I use this for medical decisions?+
This tool is for general information only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions.
What can I use the Schofield BMR Calculator (WHO 1985) for?+
It's commonly used for schofield equation, who bmr, fao bmr. The weight-only WHO/FAO equations by age band — the basis of many national dietary reference values.
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