This tool calculates your daily calorie needs based on your personal information and activity level.
How to Use the Calorie Calculator
To use the calorie calculator, fill out your age, gender, weight, and height in the respective fields. Select your activity level from the dropdown menu that best describes your daily activity. Click the “Calculate” button to see your estimated daily calorie needs.
How It Calculates the Result
The calculator uses the Revised Harris-Benedict Equation to estimate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) which is the number of calories your body needs to perform basic functions. It multiplies the BMR by an activity factor to estimate your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE), which is the number of calories you need to maintain your current weight.
Limitations
While this calculator provides an estimate, actual calorie needs can vary based on numerous factors including muscle mass, body composition, age, gender, and physical activity level. It is always best to consult with a healthcare provider or nutritionist for a more personalized assessment.
Use Cases for This Calculator
Calculating daily calorie intake
Enter your age, gender, weight, height, and activity level to determine the number of calories you need to consume each day to maintain your current weight.
Adjust your calorie intake based on your goals, whether you want to lose, maintain, or gain weight.
Tracking calorie consumption
Input the foods and quantities you’ve eaten throughout the day to keep track of your calorie consumption in real-time.
View a breakdown of your daily calorie intake by meal or food group to make informed decisions about your diet.
Monitoring calorie burn
Log your exercise activities and duration to calculate the number of calories you’ve burned during your workout sessions.
Compare your calorie intake with your calorie burn to understand your net calorie balance and its impact on your weight.
Setting weight loss goals
Specify your target weight and desired timeframe to receive personalized calorie targets for weight loss.
Track your progress over time and adjust your calorie intake and exercise routine accordingly to reach your weight loss goals.
Planning meals
Plan your daily meals in advance by adding foods and portion sizes to the calculator to ensure they fit within your calorie budget.
Experiment with different meal combinations to find the optimal balance of nutrients while staying within your calorie limits.
Calculating macronutrient ratios
Get a breakdown of your daily calorie intake into carbohydrates, proteins, and fats to ensure you’re meeting your macronutrient targets.
Adjust your food choices to achieve your ideal macronutrient ratios for optimal performance and health.
Customizing food database
Add and save your favorite foods and recipes to the calculator’s database for quick and easy access when tracking your calorie consumption.
Edit or delete food items as needed to keep your database up to date with your preferences and dietary requirements.
Sharing progress with friends
Share your daily calorie intake, exercise routines, and weight loss progress with friends and family through social media or messaging apps.
Get support and motivation from your social circle as you work towards your health and fitness goals together.
Setting reminders
Set reminders to log your meals, exercise, or weigh-ins at specific times throughout the day to stay on track with your health and fitness routine.
Receive notifications to ensure you’re consistent with your calorie tracking and goal monitoring for better results.
Viewing progress charts
Visualize your calorie intake, exercise activities, weight changes, and other metrics over time with interactive charts and graphs.
Identify patterns, trends, and areas for improvement in your diet and lifestyle habits by reviewing your progress charts regularly.