The Healthzio Blog

Evidence-based guides around fitness, nutrition and everyday health calculators.

Fitness

What is BMI and what does your score actually mean?

⏱ 4 min read

BMI is the most commonly used health measure — and the most misunderstood. Learn what it measures, what it misses and how to read your result.

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Nutrition

How much water should you drink every day?

⏱ 4 min read

The "8 glasses a day" rule is a myth. Your actual water needs depend on your weight, activity level and climate. Here's how to calculate yours.

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Nutrition

How many calories do you need to lose weight?

⏱ 5 min read

A calorie deficit drives fat loss — but how big should it be? Learn TDEE, BMR, and how to find the right deficit for sustainable results.

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Health

How many hours of sleep do you actually need?

⏱ 4 min read

Sleep needs differ by age, and most people underestimate what they require. Learn the science — and how to calculate your optimal sleep schedule.

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Fitness

What is your ideal weight? The formulas explained

⏱ 4 min read

Four different formulas (Devine, Robinson, Miller, Hamwi) give different answers for ideal weight. Learn which one to use and what it means for you.

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