TDEE Calculator
What is a TDEE calculator?
A TDEE calculator estimates how many calories your body burns each day, including movement, exercise, and daily activity.
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If you want to understand what TDEE means, how it works, and how to calculate your daily calorie needs, read our full guide:
👉 What is TDEE and Why It Matters
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What does TDEE mean?
TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure. It is your estimated daily maintenance calories.
How is TDEE calculated?
This calculator first estimates your BMR using your age, gender, height, and weight. It then multiplies that by your activity level to estimate your daily calorie needs.
What is the difference between BMR and TDEE?
BMR is the calories your body needs at rest.
TDEE includes your full daily activity, so it is higher than BMR.
How do you use TDEE for weight loss or weight gain?
- Eat around your TDEE to maintain weight
- Eat below TDEE to lose weight
- Eat above TDEE to gain weight
Important note
This calculator gives an estimate, not a medical diagnosis. Actual calorie needs vary based on body composition, routine, and goals.
FAQ
What is TDEE?
TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure. It is the total number of calories your body burns in a day.
How is TDEE calculated?
TDEE is calculated by estimating your BMR and multiplying it by your activity level.
Is TDEE accurate?
It provides a good estimate, but actual calorie needs may vary based on metabolism and lifestyle.
How do I use TDEE for weight loss?
To lose weight, you need to eat fewer calories than your TDEE. You can use a calorie deficit to plan this.
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