The MD Mifflin/ST St. Jeor formula is a practical tool for estimating daily calorie expenditure based on individual characteristics. Used widely since 1990, it is a quantitative foundation for health-related magical workings. This bridges physical data with energetic insights, aligning with my emphasis on using science and magic.
What is the MD Mifflin/ST St. Jeor Formula?
The MD Mifflin/ST St. Jeor formula is a mathematical equation used to estimate basal metabolic rate (BMR) or daily calorie burn. It considers key personal data: weight, height, age, and gender. Since its introduction in 1990, it has become a standard in nutritional science for calculating energy needs. #
How Does the Formula Work?
The formula is expressed as: ```plaintext P = (10.1m + 6.25h + 5.0a + s) Kcal per day ``` Where: - m is weight in kilograms - h is height in centimeters - a is age in years - s is +5 for males and -161 for females This calculation is a baseline for understanding how much energy the body expends at rest, which can then be adjusted based on activity level for total daily energy expenditure. #
Role in my Framework
In my approach to practical magic, understanding the body's energy dynamics is foundational. The formula is a concrete method to quantify physical energy, which can be integrated into magical work involving health, vitality, or energetic balance. It exemplifies how scientific formulas can is tools for magical precision, turning physical data into energetic insights. #
Cross-Tradition Context
Other traditions describe the body is viewed as an energetic vessel. Techniques like breathwork or vital power accumulation connect physical health with energetic health. The Mifflin/St. Jeor formula complements these practices by providing a scientific measure of energetic output, aligning physical, emotional, and spiritual states. #
Practical Notes for Practitioners
Use this formula when designing rituals or spells aimed at improving health or vitality. For example, knowing your BMR helps tailor energy work or fasting practices, aligning with your body's natural rhythms. Incorporate the understanding of calorie burn into your daily routine for more effective manifestation of health goals. In my 'The Book of Good Practices,' the integration of science and magic encourages practitioners to utilize reliable data, converting mundane information into a source of energetic power. This formula exemplifies how precise measurement can enhance magical effectiveness. Remember, while the formula is a baseline, actual energy needs vary based on activity, environment, and other factors. Use it as a starting point, then adjust your magical and practical work accordingly. #
Final Thoughts
The MD Mifflin/ST St. Jeor formula is more than a nutritional tool. It is a bridge between the physical and energetic realms, empowering you to craft magic rooted in real data. When combined with other techniques, it enhances your ability to influence health and vitality with precision and intent.
Here’s a copy of the MD Mifflin/ST St. Jeor formula that has been in use since 1990: P = (10.1m / 1 Kg + 6.25h / 1 cm + 5.0a / 1 year + s) Kcal per day
— Taylor Ellwood, The Book of Good Practices
This formula connects physical health metrics with energetic practices, reinforcing the idea that understanding and manipulating the body's energy is central to effective magic. By using scientific methods like this in practice, you create a more grounded and precise approach to manifesting health and vitality. Practitioners often combine this with breathwork, vital energy cultivation, and other health-focused rituals to deepen their mastery over bodily energies and their magical results.
Source books: The Book of Good Practices