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Table 2 Calculation of the allowed energy intake based on body height and sex

From: Long-term effects of an inpatient weight-loss program in obese children and the role of genetic predisposition-rationale and design of the LOGIC-trial

Boys

Girls

Height [cm]

Energy intake per day [kcal]

Height [cm]

Energy intake per day [kcal]

≤ 145

1250

≤ 155

1250

146-170

1500

156-180

1500

≥ 171

1800

≥ 181

1800