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Formula Sources

Below is a summary of the primary formulas and public health references behind our calculators. We link directly to the original or most authoritative source where possible.

CalculatorFormula / Reference
BMI CalculatorWHO / CDC BMI classification — WHO, CDC
Calorie & TDEE CalculatorMifflin-St Jeor equation; energy planning consistent with the NIH Body Weight Planner
Body Fat % CalculatorU.S. Navy circumference method
Ideal Weight CalculatorDevine and Hamwi formulas, plus WHO/CDC healthy BMI range
Heart Rate Zone Calculator220-minus-age max heart rate estimate; zone ranges aligned with American Heart Association guidance
Water Intake CalculatorWeight- and activity-based hydration guidance consistent with National Academies dietary reference intakes for water
Macro Split CalculatorAcceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR), Dietary Guidelines for Americans (USDA/HHS)
Sleep Cycle Calculator~90-minute sleep cycle model; sleep duration guidance from NHLBI and CDC
Pregnancy Due Date CalculatorNaegele's Rule, adjusted for cycle length
Ovulation CalculatorStandard luteal phase estimate (ovulation ~14 days before next period)

A Note on These Sources

These are population-level, publicly documented formulas used widely in clinical and public health practice. They're a solid, evidence-based starting point — not a personalized medical assessment. For guidance specific to your own health, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.

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