How many calories would you have to consume to gain a pound per day?
A pound of body fat is equal to 3500 calories. In order to gain a pound a day you must consume 3500 and burn 0 calories.
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About Calories
The food we eat and beverages we drink all contain calories, which is a measure of energy. Another definition of calorie is the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of water by one degree. It's recommended that humans consume at least 2,000 calories per day in order to maintain their weight and for enough energy to perform daily tasks.
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