Daily Calorie Calculator
Estimate how many calories you burn daily based on your age, gender, height, weight, and activity level to help manage your weight.
Daily Calorie Calculator
Estimate your daily calorie needs
Understanding Your Caloric Needs
Your body needs calories to sustain basic functions like breathing, pumping blood, and cell production (Basal Metabolic Rate or BMR), as well as to fuel daily activities and exercise. The calculator above estimates your total daily energy expenditure based on the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, which is considered one of the most accurate formulas.
How to Use This Information
- Weight Maintenance: Consuming approximately the estimated calories should maintain your current weight.
- Weight Loss: Consuming fewer calories than your daily needs (typically 500 fewer per day) can lead to weight loss of about 0.5 kg (1 lb) per week.
- Weight Gain: Consuming more calories than your daily needs (typically 500 more per day) can lead to weight gain of about 0.5 kg (1 lb) per week.
Remember that these are estimates and individual needs may vary. For personalized advice, consult with a healthcare professional or registered dietitian.