Calorie Calculator
Calculate your daily calorie needs based on your body and activity level
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TDEE and how is it calculated? +
TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) is the total number of calories your body burns in a day. It is calculated by multiplying your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) by an activity factor that reflects how active you are throughout the day.
What is the difference between BMR and TDEE? +
BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) is the number of calories your body needs at complete rest just to maintain basic functions like breathing and circulation. TDEE includes your BMR plus all additional calories burned through daily activity and exercise.
How many calories should I cut to lose weight? +
A safe and sustainable calorie deficit is around 500 calories per day below your TDEE, which leads to roughly 1 pound of weight loss per week. Cutting more than 1000 calories per day is generally not recommended without medical supervision.
Which formula does this calculator use? +
This calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, which is considered the most accurate formula for estimating BMR. For men: BMR = 10 x weight(kg) + 6.25 x height(cm) - 5 x age - 5. For women: BMR = 10 x weight(kg) + 6.25 x height(cm) - 5 x age - 161.
How accurate is this calorie calculator? +
The Mifflin-St Jeor equation is accurate to within about 10% for most people. Individual factors like muscle mass, genetics, and hormones can cause variation. Use the result as a starting point and adjust based on real-world results over 2-3 weeks.