Calorie Calculator
What is a calorie calculator?
A calorie calculator estimates how many calories your body needs each day based on your age, gender, weight, height, and activity level.
Learn More About Calories
If you want to understand how many calories your body needs and how to calculate them based on your lifestyle, read our full guide:
👉 How Many Calories Do You Need Per Day
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Choosing between 1500 and 2000 calories depends on your body, activity level, and goals. The most important factor is your maintenance calories, not a fixed number.
If you want a complete breakdown of how calorie intake affects weight loss and how to choose the right number for your body, read this guide:
👉 https://fithealthcalc.com/1500-vs-2000-calories-weight-loss/
This article explains how calorie deficits work, who should eat 1500 vs 2000 calories, and how to adjust your intake for better results.
What is BMR?
BMR stands for Basal Metabolic Rate. It is the number of calories your body needs at rest to perform basic functions like breathing and circulation.
Activity level guide
- Sedentary: little or no exercise
- Lightly active: exercise 1 to 3 days per week
- Moderately active: exercise 3 to 5 days per week
- Very active: exercise 6 to 7 days per week
- Extra active: very intense exercise or physical job
Important note
This calculator gives an estimate, not a medical diagnosis. Actual calorie needs can vary.
FAQ
How many calories do I need per day?
Your daily calorie needs depend on your age, weight, height, gender, and activity level. This calculator gives an estimate based on those factors.
Is this calorie calculator accurate?
It provides a reliable estimate using standard formulas, but actual needs may vary based on metabolism and lifestyle.
How do I use this calculator?
Enter your details such as age, weight, height, and activity level, then click calculate to get your daily calorie needs.
Should I eat below my calorie needs to lose weight?
Yes. To lose weight, you need to eat fewer calories than your body burns. You can use our Calorie Deficit Calculator to plan this.