Calorie & Macro Wizard

Calculate your daily calorie needs and optimal macronutrient breakdown for fat loss, maintenance, or muscle gain.

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Quick answer

Daily calorie needs are determined by your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) multiplied by an Activity Factor. This total is your TDEE. To lose fat, aim for a 200-500 calorie deficit. To gain muscle, target a 200-500 calorie surplus. Standard macro split: 30% Protein, 40% Carbs, 30% Fats.

Science-backed nutrition planning in 3 steps.

Formula

BMR (Mifflin-St Jeor) = (10*w) + (6.25*h) - (5*a) + s. (s = +5 for men, -161 for women). TDEE = BMR * ActivityMultiplier.

How It Works

  1. Enter your basic body metrics (Gender, Age, Height, Weight).
  2. Select an activity level that best matches your lifestyle.
  3. Choose your fitness goal: Fat loss, Maintenance, or Gain.
  4. Follow the generated calorie and macronutrient targets.

Formula:

TDEE = BMR * Activity Level + Goal Offset

Examples

25-year-old male, 180cm, 80kg, active, goal: Lose weight.

Result: TDEE ≈ 2800. Plan: 2300 kcal daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this calculator?

It uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, which is accurate for most. However, individual variations in NEAT and body fat percentage can affect the results.

Should I weigh myself every day?

Daily weighing is fine, but focus on the weekly average to account for water weight fluctuations.

What is NEAT?

Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) includes calories burned through daily movement like walking, typing, or fidgeting. It is often the largest component of TDEE.

Key facts

The Mifflin-St Jeor equation is currently considered the most accurate for estimating BMR in healthy individuals. Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) includes BMR, NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis), and EAT (Exercise Activity Thermogenesis). Goal-based caloric intake: Deficit (-10% to -20% TDEE), Surplus (+10% to +15% TDEE). Adequate protein (1.6g-2.2g per kg of body weight) is crucial for muscle preservation during a deficit.

Trend & Behavior Analysis

Metabolic adaptation occurs over time. As you lose weight, your BMR decreases (less mass to maintain). Periodic maintenance phases ("diet breaks") can help stabilize hormonal signals and prevent weight loss plateaus.

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