Calorie Calculator 2025

BMR, TDEE & Macro Calculator

🔥 Complete Nutrition Calculator

5 Calculator Modes - BMR, TDEE, Macros, Food Tracker, Deficit

Harris-Benedict Formula - Most accurate BMR calculation

Macro Split Options - Balanced, Low-Carb, Keto, High-Protein

Goal-Based Results - Weight loss, gain, or maintenance

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Results

Daily Calories (TDEE)

2635

To maintain your current weight

BMR

1700

Resting calories

BMI

24.2

Normal

Activity

Moderately Active

What is Calorie Calculator?

A Calorie Calculator determines your daily calorie needs using BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) and TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) based on the Revised Harris-Benedict equation - the most accurate formula in 2025.

Our calculator includes BMR/TDEE calculation, goal-based targets (lose 0.5-1kg/week or gain weight), macro calculator (protein, carbs, fat), meal tracker, and calorie deficit planner for effective weight management.

How to Use

  1. 1Select calculator mode (BMR/Goal/Macro/Food/Deficit)
  2. 2Enter age, gender, weight, height & activity level
  3. 3Choose your goal (lose/maintain/gain weight)
  4. 4Get instant BMR, TDEE & personalized calorie targets
  5. 5Track meals or view macro breakdown for your diet

BMR vs TDEE: What's the Difference?

BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)

The number of calories your body burns at complete rest to maintain vital functions like breathing, circulation, and cell production.

• Calories burned while sleeping

• Minimum energy to stay alive

• Calculated by Harris-Benedict formula

• Example: 1,500-1,800 cal/day for most adults

TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure)

Your total daily calorie burn including all activities - exercise, walking, work, digestion, etc. TDEE = BMR × Activity Factor.

• BMR + all daily activities

• Maintenance calorie level

• Varies with activity level (1.2x - 1.9x BMR)

• Example: 2,000-3,000 cal/day for active adults

Activity Level Guide (TDEE Multipliers)

Activity LevelMultiplierDescriptionExample
Sedentary×1.2Little to no exerciseOffice job, no regular exercise
Lightly Active×1.375Exercise 1-2 days/weekLight gym or sports 1-2 times
Moderately Active×1.55Exercise 3-5 days/weekRegular gym sessions, active lifestyle
Very Active×1.725Exercise 6-7 days/weekHard exercise daily, athletic training
Extremely Active×1.9Physical job + trainingConstruction work + daily workouts

Popular Macro Splits for Different Goals

⚖️

Balanced

Protein:30%
Carbs:40%
Fat:30%

Best for: General health & maintenance

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Low Carb

Protein:40%
Carbs:20%
Fat:40%

Best for: Weight loss & insulin sensitivity

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High Protein

Protein:40%
Carbs:35%
Fat:25%

Best for: Muscle building & athletes

🥑

Keto

Protein:25%
Carbs:5%
Fat:70%

Best for: Ketogenic diet & fat adaptation

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Vegan

Protein:25%
Carbs:50%
Fat:25%

Best for: Plant-based & endurance

Calorie Deficit for Weight Loss

Safe Weight Loss Rates

250 cal deficit

Very slow, sustainable

0.25 kg/week

500 cal deficit

Recommended for most people

0.5 kg/week

750 cal deficit

Moderate aggressive

0.75 kg/week

1000 cal deficit

Maximum safe rate

1 kg/week

💡 Important Notes

  • Never eat below your BMR for extended periods
  • • 1 kg fat = approximately 7,700 calories
  • • Combine deficit with strength training to preserve muscle
  • • Adjust calories every 2-4 weeks as weight changes
  • • Include protein (2g/kg body weight) to maintain muscle
  • • Stay hydrated (3-4 liters water daily)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How to calculate BMR and TDEE? Complete formula explained

📐 BMR Calculation (Revised Harris-Benedict):

For Men:

BMR = 88.362 + (13.397 × weight kg) + (4.799 × height cm) - (5.677 × age)

For Women:

BMR = 447.593 + (9.247 × weight kg) + (3.098 × height cm) - (4.330 × age)

💡 Example Calculation:

Person: Male, 25 years, 70 kg, 170 cm

• BMR = 88.362 + (13.397 × 70) + (4.799 × 170) - (5.677 × 25)

• BMR = 88.362 + 937.79 + 815.83 - 141.925

• BMR = 1,700 calories/day (at complete rest)

🔥 TDEE Calculation:

Formula: TDEE = BMR × Activity Factor

Activity Multipliers (using BMR 1,700):

Sedentary (×1.2): 1,700 × 1.2 = 2,040 cal/day

Lightly Active (×1.375): 1,700 × 1.375 = 2,338 cal/day

Moderately Active (×1.55): 1,700 × 1.55 = 2,635 cal/day

Very Active (×1.725): 1,700 × 1.725 = 2,933 cal/day

Extremely Active (×1.9): 1,700 × 1.9 = 3,230 cal/day

2. How to calculate macros (protein, carbs, fat)? Step-by-step guide

🔢 Calorie Value per Gram:

4

cal/g

Protein

4

cal/g

Carbs

9

cal/g

Fat

📝 Calculation Steps:

Step 1: Determine daily calorie target

Example: 2,000 calories/day

Step 2: Choose macro split

Example: Balanced (30% Protein / 40% Carbs / 30% Fat)

Step 3: Calculate calories per macro

• Protein: 2,000 × 0.30 = 600 cal

• Carbs: 2,000 × 0.40 = 800 cal

• Fat: 2,000 × 0.30 = 600 cal

Step 4: Convert to grams

• Protein: 600 ÷ 4 = 150g

• Carbs: 800 ÷ 4 = 200g

• Fat: 600 ÷ 9 = 67g

💪 Protein Requirements by Goal:

Sedentary: Minimum0.8-1.0 g/kg
Active/Fitness: Maintenance1.6-2.2 g/kg
Muscle Building: Maximum growth2.0-2.5 g/kg
Fat Loss: Preserve muscle2.0-2.4 g/kg

3. What calorie deficit do I need to lose weight safely?

Safe and sustainable weight loss requires a calorie deficit of 250-1000 calories per day below your TDEE.

💡 Key Formula: 1 kg of body fat = approximately 7,700 calories

📊 Weight Loss Rate Guide:

250 cal deficit

0.25 kg/week

✓ Very slow, highly sustainable • 4 weeks for 1 kg

500 cal deficit

0.5 kg/week

✓ Moderate, recommended for most • 2 weeks for 1 kg

750 cal deficit

0.75 kg/week

⚠️ Aggressive approach • 10 days for 1 kg

1000 cal deficit

1 kg/week

⚠️ Maximum safe rate • 1 week for 1 kg

⚠️ Important Safety Guidelines:

Never eat below your BMR (basal metabolic rate) for extended periods

Minimum recommended: 1,200 cal/day (women) or 1,500 cal/day (men)

Combine deficit with strength training to preserve muscle mass

Increase protein intake to 2g/kg body weight during deficit

Recalculate TDEE every 5kg of weight loss

Stay hydrated: 3-4 liters water daily