Calorie Calculator
How to Use the Calorie Calculator
Welcome to our Calorie Calculator! This tool helps you determine how many calories you need each day based on your personal details and activity level. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use it:
Enter Your Age
- Input your age in years. This will help the calculator estimate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).
Select Your Gender
- Choose your gender (Male or Female) from the dropdown. Your gender influences your BMR and, consequently, your calorie needs.
Enter Your Weight
- You can enter your weight in either kilograms (kg) or pounds (lbs). Select the appropriate unit from the dropdown, then input your weight.
Enter Your Height
- Select whether you want to enter your height in centimeters (cm) or feet and inches (ft/in).
- If you choose cm, just enter your height in centimeters.
- If you choose ft/in, you will need to input both your feet and inches separately.
Select Your Activity Level
- Choose your activity level from the following options:
- Sedentary: Little or no exercise
- Lightly active: Light exercise/sports 1-3 days per week
- Moderately active: Moderate exercise/sports 3-5 days per week
- Very active: Hard exercise/sports 6-7 days per week
- Super active: Very hard exercise/sports and a physically demanding job
- Choose your activity level from the following options:
Click “Calculate Calories”
- Once you’ve filled out the form, click the Calculate Calories button to see your results.
View Your Results
- The results will show the following:
- Maintain Weight: The calories you need to maintain your current weight.
- Mild Weight Loss: The calories you need for a mild caloric deficit (about 10% less than your maintenance calories).
- Moderate Weight Loss: The calories you need for a moderate caloric deficit (about 20% less).
- Extreme Weight Loss: The calories you need for a significant caloric deficit (about 30% less).
- Mild Weight Gain (10% surplus)
- Weight Gain (20% surplus)
- Fast Weight Gain (30% surplus)
- The results will show the following:
What to Do Next
- Use the calorie recommendations to help you make informed decisions about your daily caloric intake, whether you are trying to maintain, lose weight, or achieve specific health goals.
- Remember that weight loss should be gradual and it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet or exercise routine.