Calorie Calculator

Calorie Calculator

Age (years):

Gender:♂ Male♀ Female

Height (cm):

Weight (kg):

Activity Level:

SedentaryLittle or no exercise

Lightly activeLight exercise 1-3 days/week

Moderately activeModerate exercise 3-5 days/week

Very activeHard exercise 6-7 days/week

Extra activeVery hard exercise & physical job

Goal:

Maintain weightCalculate daily maintenance calories

Lose weightCalculate calories for weight loss

Gain weightCalculate calories for weight gain

Options

Show Detailed CalculationDisplay the step-by-step calculation process

Round ResultsRound to nearest whole number

Calculation Result

Detailed Calculation:

Formula will appear here after calculation

Calorie Information:

Perform a calculation to see information

Note: This calculator provides estimates based on the Mifflin-St Jeor equation. Individual calorie needs may vary based on metabolism and other factors.

About This Calorie Calculator

This calculator estimates your daily calorie needs based on your personal metrics and activity level using the scientifically validated Mifflin-St Jeor equation. It can calculate maintenance calories as well as adjusted values for weight loss or gain.

How to Use This Calculator

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Step 1: Enter your age, gender, height and weight
2. Step 2: Select your typical activity level
3. Step 3: Choose your goal (maintain, lose, or gain weight)
4. Step 4: Configure display options
5. Step 5: Click Calculate to view your daily calorie needs

Activity Level Definitions:

• Sedentary: Little or no exercise
• Lightly Active: Light exercise 1-3 days/week
• Moderately Active: Moderate exercise 3-5 days/week

• Very Active: Hard exercise 6-7 days/week
• Extra Active: Very hard exercise & physical job

Example Calculations:

Maintenance Calories: Age: 30, Gender: Male Height: 180cm, Weight: 80kg Activity: Moderately Active BMR: 1786 kcal TDEE: 2768 kcal Weight Loss (500 kcal deficit): Adjusted Calories: 2268 kcal