Daily Calorie Calculator
Calories you need daily
Calories / day to maintain
2,220
kcal
- Mild loss (~0.25 kg/wk)
- 1,970 kcal
- Loss (~0.5 kg/wk)
- 1,720 kcal
- Gain (~0.5 kg/wk)
- 2,720 kcal
- BMR (at rest)
- 1,620 kcal
For general information only. Not medical advice.
How it worksBMR (Mifflin-St Jeor) × activity factor = daily calories to maintain weight.
FAQs
How many calories do I need a day?
It depends on age, sex, height, weight and activity. This calculator estimates it using the Mifflin-St Jeor formula.
What is BMR?
Basal Metabolic Rate is the calories your body burns at complete rest to keep you alive.
How many calories should I cut to lose weight?
A gentle deficit of 250–500 calories a day is commonly suggested. Speak to a doctor or dietitian before a big change.