Tracking what you eat is only useful if the guidance powering it is accurate and reliable. Cal AI's goal calculations, nutrition targets, macro recommendations, and dietary guidance is supported by research, detailed here by our registered dietitians. As the app evolves, we'll keep this page updated.
You should always seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities. The information provided here is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for physician consultation, evaluation, or treatment, or relied upon to make medical decisions, diagnose, or treat any health conditions.
Zierle-Ghosh A, Jan A. Physiology, Body Mass Index [Internet]. National Library of Medicine. StatPearls Publishing; 2023. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK535456/
Adult Weight Management Recommendations Summary - Assess Energy Needs 2014. www.andeal.org. Available from: https://www.andeal.org/template.cfm?template=guide_summary&key=434
The Clinical Guidelines on the Identification, Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults: The Evidence Report. National Institutes of Health; National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute; 1998. Available from: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/files/docs/guidelines/ob_gdlns.pdf
2020 Dietary Guidelines | Dietary Guidelines for Americans [Internet]. Dietaryguidelines.gov. 2020. Available from: https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/about-dietary-guidelines/previous-editions/2020-dietary-guidelines
Aragon AA, Schoenfeld BJ, Wildman R, Kleiner S, VanDusseldorp T, Taylor L, et al. International society of sports nutrition position stand: diets and body composition. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 2017 Jun 14;14(1).
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