Daily Calorie Calculator: Find Your Maintenance Calories

Discover your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) to align your nutrition with your personal goals, whether you aim for weight loss, muscle gain, or simply maintaining your current weight.

Estimate Your Daily Calorie Needs

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What is Your Daily Calorie Need (TDEE)?

Your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) is the total number of calories your body burns in a 24-hour period. This includes all activities: sleeping, working, eating, and exercising. Understanding your TDEE is the cornerstone of effective nutrition planning because it tells you exactly how much energy your body requires.

  • To Maintain Weight: You should consume approximately the same number of calories as your TDEE.
  • To Lose Weight: You need to create a calorie deficit by consuming fewer calories than your TDEE.
  • To Gain Weight: You need to create a calorie surplus by consuming more calories than your TDEE.

This calculator estimates your TDEE by first determining your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)—the calories you burn at rest—and then multiplying it by a factor that represents your daily activity level.

How Activity Level Impacts Your TDEE

Activity Level Multiplier Description
Sedentary1.2Minimal movement, typical for a desk job with no exercise.
Lightly Active1.375Light exercise or sports 1–3 days per week.
Moderately Active1.55Moderate exercise or sports 3–5 days per week.
Very Active1.725Intense exercise or sports 6–7 days a week.
Extra Active1.9Strenuous daily exercise, a physical job, or athletic training.

Disclaimer: This tool provides an accurate estimate for informational purposes. Individual needs may vary. For personalized nutrition advice, consult a registered dietitian or healthcare professional.