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Calorie Calculator

Calculate daily calorie needs and nutrition distribution

Daily Calorie Target2507 kcalView results
Select biological gender
Age in years
years
Height in centimeters
cm
Weight in kilograms
kg
Select physical activity frequency
Select your health goal
Choose dietary preference

Real-time Results

Daily Calorie Target
2507kcal
BMR
1618kcal
TDEE
2507kcal

Macronutrients Distribution

Detailed breakdown of recommended daily macronutrients

ItemValue
phrases.carbs

1003 kcal (40%)

251 g/day
phrases.protein

752 kcal (30%)

188 g/day
phrases.fat

752 kcal (30%)

84 g/day

Macronutrient Distribution Chart

Visual breakdown of daily macronutrient caloric distribution

Calorie Breakdown Chart

Comparison of BMR, TDEE, and Target Calories

Disclaimer

The data provided by this health calculator is for reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis, consultation, or treatment. Please consult a doctor before making any changes to your fitness or diet plan.

Supported inputs

InputDescription
GenderSelect biological gender

Male · Female

Age (years)Age in years
Height (cm)Height in centimeters
Weight (kg)Weight in kilograms
Activity LevelSelect physical activity frequency

Sedentary (little or no exercise) · Lightly active (exercise 1-3 days/week) · Moderately active (exercise 3-5 days/week) · Very active (exercise 6-7 days/week) · Extremely active (very intense exercise daily or physical job)

Health GoalSelect your health goal

Weight loss (0.5kg/week) · Mild weight loss (0.25kg/week) · Maintain weight · Mild weight gain (0.25kg/week) · Weight gain (0.5kg/week)

Diet TypeChoose dietary preference

Balanced (40% carbs, 30% protein, 30% fat) · Low carb (20% carbs, 40% protein, 40% fat) · High carb (50% carbs, 30% protein, 20% fat) · High protein (30% carbs, 40% protein, 30% fat) · Vegetarian (55% carbs, 25% protein, 20% fat)

Formula
Calorie Calculation Formulas:

1. Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) - Mifflin-St Jeor Equation:
   - Male BMR = 10 × weight(kg) + 6.25 × height(cm) - 5 × age(y) + 5
   - Female BMR = 10 × weight(kg) + 6.25 × height(cm) - 5 × age(y) - 161

2. Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE):
   - Sedentary: TDEE = BMR × 1.2
   - Lightly active: TDEE = BMR × 1.375
   - Moderately active: TDEE = BMR × 1.55
   - Very active: TDEE = BMR × 1.725
   - Extremely active: TDEE = BMR × 1.9

3. Daily Calorie Target Deficit/Surplus:
   - Weight loss: TDEE - 500 kcal (approx. 0.5kg loss per week)
   - Mild weight loss: TDEE - 250 kcal (approx. 0.25kg loss per week)
   - Maintain weight: TDEE
   - Mild weight gain: TDEE + 250 kcal (approx. 0.25kg gain per week)
   - Weight gain: TDEE + 500 kcal (approx. 0.5kg gain per week)

4. Macronutrient Conversion:
   - Carbohydrates: 4 kcal per gram
   - Protein: 4 kcal per gram
   - Fat: 9 kcal per gram
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