How are calories calculated?

We use the Mifflin-St Jeor equation to calculate your BMR, then multiply by activity level.

BMR is the number of calories your body needs at rest.

How many calories to lose weight?

A deficit of 500 calories per day leads to about 0.5kg weight loss per week.

Calories Calculator

Calculate your daily calorie requirements for weight loss, maintenance, or gain.

Gender

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Age

Weight (kg)

Height (cm)

Activity Level

Sedentary

Little or no exercise, desk job

Light Activity

Light exercise 1-3 days/week

Moderate Activity

Moderate exercise 3-5 days/week

Very Active

Hard exercise 6-7 days/week

Extra Active

Very hard exercise, physical job

What is this tool?

A Calories Calculator is a health and nutrition tool that estimates your daily calorie needs based on your age, gender, weight, height, and activity level. It uses formulas like the Mifflin-St Jeor equation to calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), helping you plan for weight loss, maintenance, or weight gain goals.

How to use this tool?

1. Enter your age and select your gender 2. Enter your weight and height 3. Select your activity level (sedentary, light, moderate, active, very active) 4. Choose your goal (weight loss, maintenance, or weight gain) 5. Click "Calculate" to see your daily calorie needs 6. Review BMR, TDEE, and recommended calorie intake

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