Animal Based Macro Calculator

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Fact Checked by: David Chen, MS, CNS (Certified Nutrition Specialist)

Updated: October 2023 | Expert reviewed for nutritional accuracy in animal-based dietary protocols.

Optimize your performance and health with our Animal Based Macro Calculator. Designed specifically for those following a diet of meat, organs, fruit, honey, and raw dairy, this tool helps you determine the ideal balance of protein, fats, and ancestral carbohydrates based on your unique body composition and activity levels.

Animal Based Macro Calculator

Your Daily Targets

Calories 0
Protein 0g
Carbs 0g
Fats 0g

Animal Based Macro Calculator Formula:

BMR (Mifflin-St Jeor):
Male: (10 × weight kg) + (6.25 × height cm) – (5 × age) + 5
Female: (10 × weight kg) + (6.25 × height cm) – (5 × age) – 161

TDEE: BMR × Activity Multiplier

Protein: 1g per lb of Body Weight (Fixed for Muscle Retention)

Sources: Mifflin-St Jeor Study (PubMed), Healthline Nutrition Guides

Variables:

  • Weight: Your current body weight in pounds.
  • Activity Level: Your movement frequency, which determines the TDEE multiplier.
  • Goal: Adjusts the total caloric intake for fat loss, maintenance, or bulking.
  • Protein Ratio: Set to 1g/lb, the gold standard for animal-based nutrition.

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What is Animal Based Macro Calculator?

An animal-based macro calculator is a specialized nutrition tool designed to help individuals calculate their macronutrient needs based on the “Animal-Based” dietary framework. Unlike standard calculators that may suggest high vegetable fiber or seed oils, this tool focuses on high-quality animal proteins and easily digestible carbohydrates like fruit and honey.

The core philosophy involves eliminating toxic plant defense chemicals found in leaves, stems, and seeds, while fueling the body with nutrient-dense organs, ruminant meat, and seasonal fruits to optimize hormonal health and metabolic flexibility.

How to Calculate Animal Based Macros (Example):

  1. Step 1: Determine your BMR. For a 180lb male, 70″ tall, 30 years old: BMR ≈ 1,830 kcal.
  2. Step 2: Multiply by activity. If moderately active (1.55): TDEE = 2,836 kcal.
  3. Step 3: Set Protein. 180lbs = 180g protein (720 kcal).
  4. Step 4: Split remaining calories between ancestral carbs (fruit) and animal fats (tallow/butter).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Is 1g of protein per lb too high? No, in an animal-based context, high protein supports muscle synthesis and satiety without the bloating associated with plant-based proteins.

Why are carbs included in an animal-based diet? Carbohydrates from fruit and honey provide necessary glucose for thyroid health and electrolyte balance that “strict” carnivore diets sometimes lack.

Can I use this for the Carnivore diet? Yes, simply adjust the carbohydrate intake to zero and allocate those calories to animal fats.

What are considered “ancestral” carbs? Primarily organic fruits, raw honey, and raw maple syrup, which are the least toxic plant parts.

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