Calorie Calculator (TDEE)

Find out how many calories you need each day based on your stats, activity level, and goal.

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BMR (calories at rest)
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TDEE (maintenance)
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Goal calories

What is TDEE?

TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure. It's the total number of calories your body burns in a day, accounting for your base metabolism and physical activity. Eating at your TDEE maintains your current weight.

How this calculator works

We use the Mifflin-St Jeor equation to calculate your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate), then multiply by your activity factor to get TDEE. It's considered the most accurate formula for most people.

For males: BMR = (10 × weight in kg) + (6.25 × height in cm) minus (5 × age) + 5

For females: BMR = (10 × weight in kg) + (6.25 × height in cm) minus (5 × age) minus 161

Calorie needs vary significantly by individual. These numbers are estimates based on population averages. Factors like hormonal conditions, medications, and individual metabolism are not captured in this formula.