Calculate Your Daily Calorie Needs

Our Daily Calorie Needs Calculator helps you estimate how many calories your body requires each day to maintain, lose, or gain weight. By entering basic details such as age, gender, height, weight, and activity level, the calculator determines your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), which represents the total number of calories you burn in a day.

BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate): 0 kcal/day
Maintenance Calories: 0 kcal/day
Calories for Mild Weight Loss: 0 kcal/day
Calories for Weight Loss: 0 kcal/day
Calories for Weight Gain: 0 kcal/day

Your BMI: 0

Calories in Common Foods

Food Serving Size Calories
Fruits & Vegetables
Apple 1 medium (182g) 95
Banana 1 medium (118g) 105
Broccoli 1 cup (91g) 55
Carrot 1 medium (61g) 25
Proteins
Boiled Egg 1 large (50g) 78
Chicken Breast (Cooked) 100g 165
Almonds 1 oz (28g) 164
Salmon (Cooked) 100g 208
Common Meals / Snacks
Bread (White) 1 slice (28g) 75
Rice (White, Cooked) 1 cup (158g) 205
Cheddar Cheese 1 slice (28g) 113
Chocolate Bar 1 bar (50g) 235
Beverages / Dairy
Whole Milk 1 cup (240ml) 149
Orange Juice 1 cup (240ml) 112
Coffee (Black) 1 cup (240ml) 2
Yogurt (Plain, Low-Fat) 1 cup (245g) 154

Calories Burned from Common Exercises (1 hour)

Activity 125 lb person 155 lb person 185 lb person
Running (5 mph) 480 596 710
Cycling (12-14 mph) 480 596 710
Swimming (moderate) 360 430 500
Walking (3.5 mph) 240 298 355
Aerobics 360 430 500
Weightlifting (general) 180 216 252
Yoga 180 216 252
Pilates 180 216 252
Basketball 420 520 620
Soccer 420 520 620
Tennis 360 430 500

How Many Calories Do You Need?

Many people aim to lose or maintain weight by managing their daily calorie intake — but the number of calories a person needs to stay healthy varies widely. It depends on several factors including age, gender, height, weight, activity level, and overall health. A highly active young adult will typically require more calories than an older, sedentary person. Our Calorie Calculator helps you estimate how many calories your body needs each day to maintain, lose, or gain weight. By entering your personal details and activity level, you can get a tailored daily calorie estimate to support your health and fitness goals. While reducing calories can support weight loss, consuming too few can negatively affect energy levels and overall well-being. This tool helps you plan smarter by balancing calorie needs with proper nutrition, making it easier to manage your diet safely and effectively.

Why Tracking Calories is Important

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories should I eat to lose weight?

Most people reduce 300–500 calories per day for gradual weight loss.

What is a normal calorie intake per day?

Average adult needs range from 1,800 to 2,500 calories depending on activity and gender.

Is 1,200 calories per day safe?

Very low calorie diets should only be followed under medical supervision.

This calculator provides general estimates based on widely used formulas and is for informational purposes only. It does not replace professional medical or nutritional advice.

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