Is it true that ... men need to consume more calories than women?
Men tend to burn more energy at rest, but other factors also carry weight
TL;DR
- Men generally need more calories than women, with recommended daily intakes around 2,500 for men and 2,000 for women (ages 19-64).
- Men usually have a higher resting metabolic rate because they tend to have more lean muscle mass, which burns more calories than fat.
- Hormonal differences, particularly higher testosterone levels in men, promote muscle growth and contribute to higher calorie requirements.
- Individual variations in muscle mass, body fat percentage, exercise routines, and the effects of long-term dieting can override general gender-based calorie recommendations.