Calorie Calculator — Find Your Daily Calorie Needs (TDEE) | CalculHub
Calorie Calculator
What is a Calorie Calculator?
This calculator estimates the number of calories you need to consume each day to maintain, lose, or gain weight. It takes into account your basal metabolic rate (BMR) and your activity level to provide tailored caloric goals.
How to Use This Calculator
- Input your age, gender, height, and current weight.
- Select your typical daily activity level.
- Click Calculate Calories to view your daily maintenance calories, and target calories for mild, moderate, and extreme weight loss/gain.
Formula
Calorie Needs = BMR × Activity Factor
Weight Loss = Maintenance - 500 kcal/day (for ~0.5kg/week loss)
Weight Loss = Maintenance - 500 kcal/day (for ~0.5kg/week loss)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories should I eat to lose weight?
A general rule is to eat 500 calories less than your maintenance level to lose about 0.5 kg (1 lb) per week safely.
Should I eat back calories burned through exercise?
If you accurately included your exercise in the 'activity level' dropdown, do not eat them back, as they are already accounted for.