Daily Calorie Needs Calculator

Calculate your daily calorie needs based on BMR and activity level. Find calories for weight loss, maintenance, or weight gain.

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Daily calorie requirements
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Activity Level Guide

Sedentary
Multiplier: 1.2x BMR
little/no exercise
Light activity
Multiplier: 1.375x BMR
light exercise 1-3 days/week
Moderate activity
Multiplier: 1.55x BMR
moderate exercise 3-5 days/week
Very active
Multiplier: 1.725x BMR
hard exercise 6-7 days/week
Extra active
Multiplier: 1.9x BMR
very hard exercise, physical job

TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) = BMR × Activity Factor

Weight Management:

  • Lose 1 lb/week: Eat 500 calories below TDEE
  • Maintain weight: Eat at TDEE level
  • Gain 1 lb/week: Eat 500 calories above TDEE

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