Calorique

Editorial Guidelines

How Calorique ensures every calculator, article, and data point meets the highest standards of scientific accuracy and transparency.

Our Commitment to Accuracy

Calorique is built on one core principle: every number we show must be backed by peer-reviewed science. Health and fitness misinformation can lead to real harm — crash diets, overtraining, or misguided nutritional choices. We take this responsibility seriously. Every formula, coefficient, and reference value used in our 17 calculators has been verified against published medical and sports science research.

Unlike many health websites that present unverified claims or proprietary formulas, Calorique uses only established, peer-reviewed equations. When multiple valid formulas exist (such as Mifflin-St Jeor vs. Harris-Benedict for BMR estimation), we implement all of them and clearly explain the differences, letting users make informed decisions.

Formula Sources & Verification

Every calculator on Calorique cites its source formula. Our primary references include:

  • Mifflin-St Jeor Equation (1990) — The gold standard for BMR estimation, recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Used in our BMR Calculator and TDEE Calculator.
  • Harris-Benedict Equation (1919, revised 1984) — The classic BMR formula, still widely used in clinical settings. Offered as an alternative in our calculators for comparison.
  • Katch-McArdle Equation (1983) — BMR adjusted for lean body mass, ideal for athletes and individuals with known body fat percentage.
  • WHO BMI Classifications — World Health Organization body mass index categories, used in our BMI Calculator.
  • ISSN Position Stands — International Society of Sports Nutrition guidelines for protein intake, used in our Protein Calculator.
  • Ainsworth Compendium of Physical Activities (2011) — MET values for 800+ activities, used in our Calories Burned Calculator.
  • National Institutes of Health (NIH) — Calorie deficit guidelines and safe weight loss rates.

Fact-Checking Process

Every piece of content on Calorique undergoes a structured review process:

1. Source Verification

Every statistic, formula, and health claim is traced to its original peer-reviewed source. We do not cite secondary sources, blog posts, or press releases as primary evidence.

2. Formula Validation

Calculator implementations are tested against known reference values from published papers. We verify edge cases, boundary conditions, and unit conversions.

3. Cross-Reference Check

Results are compared against established clinical tools and medical references (e.g., NIH Body Weight Planner, Mayo Clinic calorie calculator) to ensure consistency.

4. Periodic Review

All content is reviewed quarterly. When new research updates established guidelines (e.g., revised protein recommendations), we update our calculators and note the change.

What We Do Not Provide

Calorique does not provide medical advice. Our calculators produce estimates based on population-level formulas. Individual metabolism, health conditions, medications, and genetics can cause significant variation from calculated values. We always recommend consulting a healthcare professional, registered dietitian, or certified fitness professional for personalized guidance.

We do not promote specific diets, supplements, or products. We do not accept sponsored content, paid placements, or affiliate commissions. Our only revenue comes from contextual advertising that does not influence our calculator results or editorial content.

Data Handling & Privacy

All calculations happen client-side in your browser using JavaScript. Your weight, height, age, body fat percentage, and other inputs are never transmitted to any server. We have no user database, no accounts, and no way to access your personal health data. This is by design — we believe health calculators should be tools, not data collection mechanisms.

We use Google Analytics for aggregate traffic analysis (page views, device types, geographic regions) but collect no personally identifiable health information. See our Privacy Policy for details.

Correction Policy

If we discover an error in any calculator formula, reference value, or published statistic, we correct it immediately and note the correction on the affected page. We believe transparency about corrections builds more trust than hiding mistakes.

If you believe you have found an error in any Calorique calculator or article, please contact us. We take every report seriously and investigate promptly.

Independence & Conflicts of Interest

Calorique has no financial relationships with supplement companies, fitness equipment manufacturers, diet programs, or healthcare providers. Our calculator results are never influenced by advertising or commercial interests. We do not accept sponsored reviews or paid product placements. When we compare Calorique to alternatives (such as MyFitnessPal, Cronometer, or Noom), we do so based on factual feature comparisons, not financial incentives.

Content Update Schedule

We maintain our content on the following schedule:

  • Calculator formulas: Reviewed quarterly; updated when new peer-reviewed research warrants changes
  • Statistics pages: Updated annually with new data from CDC, WHO, ISSN, and other authoritative sources
  • Blog articles: Reviewed bi-annually; dated articles include publication and last-updated dates
  • Activity MET values: Updated when the Compendium of Physical Activities releases new data

Last updated: March 2026 | See also: Our Methodology | About Calorique | FAQ