Which Gender Needs to Eat More? The Surprising Nutritional Differences
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According to the National Health Service (NHS), the average man requires approximately 2,500 calories per day, while the average woman needs around 2,000, suggesting men need to eat more overall. However, this simple caloric count doesn't tell the whole story, and a deeper look reveals complex differences in nutrient requirements and metabolic processes that determine which gender needs to eat more of certain nutrients for optimal health.
