Using the Harris-Benedict equation, calculate Mr. F's BEE and total energy needs
BEE = 66 + [13.7 x wt] + [5 x ht] - [6.8 x age]
= 66 + [13.7 x 87.2] + [5 x 182.9] - [6.8 x 54] = 66 + 1194.6 + 914.5 - 367.2
= 1808 or 1800
1800 x activity level of 1.3 to 1.4 = 2340 to 2520 kcals.
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