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Calorie Calculator

Calculate daily calorie target for weight loss, maintenance, or gain.

About this calculator

The Calorie Calculator on NumberCals is a free, mobile-friendly tool for anyone needing to calculate daily calorie target for weight loss, maintenance, or gain. Enter your values in the form below and the result is computed instantly — no sign-up, no installation, no waiting.

Formula used

Target = TDEE + Goal Adjustment

What you'll need

Weight (kg) (e.g. 70)
Height (cm) (e.g. 175)
Age (e.g. 30)
Sex
Activity Level
Goal

What you'll get

Maintenance Calories (TDEE)
Daily Target

Formula

Target = TDEE + Goal Adjustment

Weight (kg) *

Height (cm) *

Age *

Sex *

Activity Level *

Goal *

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 500 cal/day deficit too aggressive? +

For most adults it's sustainable and produces ~0.5kg/week loss. Aggressive deficits over 1000/day can cause muscle loss and metabolic adaptation.

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