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Calorie Calculator - Daily Calorie Needs
Free calorie calculator to find how many calories you need per day. Calculate calories for weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain based on your activity level.
Calorie Calculator
Calculate your daily calorie needs
Your Calorie Needs
Enter your values to see results
and click the "Calculate" button
What is a Calorie Calculator?
A calorie calculator estimates how many calories you need daily based on your age, gender, weight, height, and activity level. Knowing your calorie needs helps with weight management.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter your age, gender, weight, and height
- Select your activity level
- Choose your weight goal
- Click Calculate to see your daily calorie needs
Calorie Calculation Formula
TDEE = BMR × Activity Multiplier
BMR is calculated using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, then multiplied by an activity factor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories should I eat to lose weight?
A 500 calorie daily deficit leads to about 1 lb loss per week. Don't go below 1200 (women) or 1500 (men) without medical supervision.
What is BMR?
Basal Metabolic Rate is the calories your body burns at complete rest - just to keep you alive.
What is TDEE?
Total Daily Energy Expenditure is your BMR plus calories burned through activity. This is your maintenance calories.
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