This tool will help you estimate your Body Health Score based on your input data.
How to Use the BHS Calculator
To use the BHS (Basic Health Score) calculator:
- Select your gender from the dropdown menu.
- Enter your age in years.
- Enter your weight in kilograms.
- Enter your height in centimeters.
- Select your typical activity level from the dropdown menu.
- Click the “Calculate” button to get your Basic Health Score.
Understanding Your Basic Health Score
The Basic Health Score (BHS) is calculated by first determining your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), which is an estimate of the number of calories your body needs to function at rest. The BMR is calculated using the following formulas:
- For males: BMR = 88.362 + (13.397 * weight in kg) + (4.799 * height in cm) – (5.677 * age in years)
- For females: BMR = 447.593 + (9.247 * weight in kg) + (3.098 * height in cm) – (4.330 * age in years)
After calculating the BMR, it is multiplied by an activity factor that corresponds to your typical daily activity level:
- Sedentary (little or no exercise): BMR * 1.2
- Light (1-3 days/week): BMR * 1.375
- Moderate (3-5 days/week): BMR * 1.55
- Active (6-7 days/week): BMR * 1.725
- Very Active (twice/day): BMR * 1.9
The product of these calculations gives you your Basic Health Score (BHS), which estimates the daily calories your body needs based on your age, weight, height, gender, and activity level.
Limitations of the BHS Calculator
While the BHS calculator uses widely-accepted formulas to provide estimates, the results should be considered an approximation. Individual metabolic rates can vary due to factors not accounted for in the calculator, such as muscle mass, hormonal variations, and overall health. It is always advisable to consult with healthcare professionals for personalized health advice.
Use Cases for This Calculator
Calculating BHS Estimator Use Cases
1. Estimating Monthly Budget: Enter your income and expenses to determine a feasible monthly budget and track your financial health.
2. Planning for Savings: Input your income, expenses, and savings goals to figure out how much you can save each month towards your financial objectives.
3. Debt Repayment Strategy: Determine the amount of money you can allocate towards debt repayment each month by entering your income and debt obligations.
4. Investment Projection: Input your income, expenses, and investment details to project potential earnings and growth over time.
5. Emergency Fund Planning: Calculate the ideal amount to save for emergencies based on your income, expenses, and desired safety net.
6. Home Purchase Affordability: Input your financial information to estimate the price range of homes you can afford based on your budget.
7. Retirement Savings: Plan for retirement by entering your income, expenses, and desired retirement age to determine how much to save monthly.
8. Education Fund Allocation: Calculate how much to set aside for education expenses by inputting your income, expenses, and education savings goals.
9. Travel Budgeting: Enter your income and travel expenses to estimate how much you can budget for your next adventure.
10. Personal Project Financing: Determine the feasibility of funding a personal project by inputting your financial details and project costs to see if it aligns with your budget.