Health & Fitness Calculators
TDEE / Calorie Calculator
Enter your age, sex, height, weight, and activity level to estimate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and daily calorie needs (TDEE).
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BMR (calories at rest)
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TDEE (calories/day to maintain weight)
Uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation. To lose weight, most guidance suggests eating below your TDEE; to gain, eat above it.
How to use this tool
- 1Enter your age, sex, height, and weight.
- 2Choose your activity level.
- 3See your BMR and estimated daily calorie needs.
Frequently asked questions
What formula does this use?+
The Mifflin-St Jeor equation, widely considered one of the more accurate BMR formulas for most adults.
How do I use TDEE to lose or gain weight?+
Eating consistently below your TDEE creates a calorie deficit for weight loss; eating above it creates a surplus for weight gain. A deficit/surplus of 250-500 calories/day is a common moderate starting point.