The Calorie Calculator helps you estimate your daily calorie needs to maintain, lose, or gain weight. Simply fill in the fields above and click Calculate to get an instant result.
This calculator is part of Calculate Wiki’s Health & Fitness Calculators collection.
What You’ll Need
- Sex
- Age (years)
- Height (cm)
- Weight (kg)
- Activity Level
Formula Used
TDEE = BMR × Activity Multiplier (BMR calculated via the Mifflin-St Jeor equation)
Example Calculation
Using example inputs — Sex = male; Age = 30 years; Height = 175 cm; Weight = 75 kg; Activity Level = 1.55 — the Calorie Calculator returns:
| Value | Result |
|---|---|
| Maintain weight | 2,633 cal |
| Lose weight (~1 lb/week) | 2,133 cal |
| Gain weight (~1 lb/week) | 3,133 cal |
2,633 calories/day to maintain. BMR: 1,699 cal/day.
Helpful Information
Results from the Calorie Calculator are estimates based on standard formulas used in the health & fitness calculators field. For projects with significant cost, health, or safety implications, consider verifying results with a qualified professional.