Nitrogen Balance Calculator

This calculator helps you determine your nitrogen balance, a crucial metric for assessing your nutritional status and protein needs. Ideal for dietitians, nutritionists, and health enthusiasts.

Calculator

Results

Nitrogen Balance: 0.00

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are based on the data and methodology from the authoritative source: ScyMed. All calculations are strictly based on the formulas and data provided by this source.

The Formula Explained

\[ \text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen} \]

Glossary of Terms

  • Protein Intake: The amount of protein consumed per day.
  • Urinary Nitrogen: The amount of nitrogen excreted in urine per day.
  • Nitrogen Balance: The difference between nitrogen intake and output.

How It Works: A Step-by-Step Example

Example: If your protein intake is 100 grams/day and urinary nitrogen is 10 grams/day, then:

Nitrogen Balance = (100 x 0.16) - 10 = 6 grams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is nitrogen balance?

Nitrogen balance is a measure of nitrogen input minus nitrogen output.

Why is nitrogen balance important?

It's important for assessing nutritional status and protein needs.

How can I improve my nitrogen balance?

Increase protein intake or reduce nitrogen losses through diet and lifestyle adjustments.

What factors affect nitrogen balance?

Diet, exercise, illness, and metabolic rate can all affect nitrogen balance.

What is a positive nitrogen balance?

It indicates that nitrogen intake exceeds output, which is often desirable for growth and recovery.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
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Formula (extracted text)
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Variables and units
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Sources (authoritative):
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Last code update: 2026-01-19
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Nitrogen Balance Calculator

This calculator helps you determine your nitrogen balance, a crucial metric for assessing your nutritional status and protein needs. Ideal for dietitians, nutritionists, and health enthusiasts.

Calculator

Results

Nitrogen Balance: 0.00

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are based on the data and methodology from the authoritative source: ScyMed. All calculations are strictly based on the formulas and data provided by this source.

The Formula Explained

\[ \text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen} \]

Glossary of Terms

  • Protein Intake: The amount of protein consumed per day.
  • Urinary Nitrogen: The amount of nitrogen excreted in urine per day.
  • Nitrogen Balance: The difference between nitrogen intake and output.

How It Works: A Step-by-Step Example

Example: If your protein intake is 100 grams/day and urinary nitrogen is 10 grams/day, then:

Nitrogen Balance = (100 x 0.16) - 10 = 6 grams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is nitrogen balance?

Nitrogen balance is a measure of nitrogen input minus nitrogen output.

Why is nitrogen balance important?

It's important for assessing nutritional status and protein needs.

How can I improve my nitrogen balance?

Increase protein intake or reduce nitrogen losses through diet and lifestyle adjustments.

What factors affect nitrogen balance?

Diet, exercise, illness, and metabolic rate can all affect nitrogen balance.

What is a positive nitrogen balance?

It indicates that nitrogen intake exceeds output, which is often desirable for growth and recovery.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
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Formula (extracted LaTeX)
\[\text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen}\]
\text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen}
Formula (extracted text)
\[ \text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen} \]
Variables and units
  • No variables provided in audit spec.
Sources (authoritative):
Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
Verified by Ugo Candido on 2026-01-19
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Nitrogen Balance Calculator

This calculator helps you determine your nitrogen balance, a crucial metric for assessing your nutritional status and protein needs. Ideal for dietitians, nutritionists, and health enthusiasts.

Calculator

Results

Nitrogen Balance: 0.00

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are based on the data and methodology from the authoritative source: ScyMed. All calculations are strictly based on the formulas and data provided by this source.

The Formula Explained

\[ \text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen} \]

Glossary of Terms

  • Protein Intake: The amount of protein consumed per day.
  • Urinary Nitrogen: The amount of nitrogen excreted in urine per day.
  • Nitrogen Balance: The difference between nitrogen intake and output.

How It Works: A Step-by-Step Example

Example: If your protein intake is 100 grams/day and urinary nitrogen is 10 grams/day, then:

Nitrogen Balance = (100 x 0.16) - 10 = 6 grams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is nitrogen balance?

Nitrogen balance is a measure of nitrogen input minus nitrogen output.

Why is nitrogen balance important?

It's important for assessing nutritional status and protein needs.

How can I improve my nitrogen balance?

Increase protein intake or reduce nitrogen losses through diet and lifestyle adjustments.

What factors affect nitrogen balance?

Diet, exercise, illness, and metabolic rate can all affect nitrogen balance.

What is a positive nitrogen balance?

It indicates that nitrogen intake exceeds output, which is often desirable for growth and recovery.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
\[','\]
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Formula (extracted LaTeX)
\[\text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen}\]
\text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen}
Formula (extracted text)
\[ \text{Nitrogen Balance} = \frac{\text{Protein Intake} \times 0.16}{1} - \text{Urinary Nitrogen} \]
Variables and units
  • No variables provided in audit spec.
Sources (authoritative):
Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
Verified by Ugo Candido on 2026-01-19
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