Calorie Calculator
Calculate your daily calorie needs
How to Use
- Enter your age, gender, weight, and height
- Select your activity level from the dropdown
- Choose your goal (maintain, lose, or gain weight)
- View your BMR, maintenance calories, and target calories
How It Works
The Mifflin-St Jeor equation calculates your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), which is then multiplied by an activity factor to get your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE). For weight loss, 500 calories are subtracted; for weight gain, 500 are added.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BMR?
Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body burns at complete rest, just to maintain basic life functions like breathing and circulation.
How accurate is this calculator?
This provides an estimate based on averages. Individual metabolism can vary. Monitor your weight over 2-3 weeks and adjust calories accordingly.
Why a 500 calorie deficit for weight loss?
A 500 calorie daily deficit results in approximately 1 pound of weight loss per week, which is considered a safe and sustainable rate.