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Calorie Calculator for Daily Intake, Fat Loss, and Maintenance
Estimate maintenance calories, fat-loss targets, and lean-gain targets with a simple calorie calculator built for real planning.
What this tool does
This calorie calculator estimates how many calories you need per day by combining age, sex, height, weight, and activity level, then translating that into maintenance, fat-loss, and lean-gain targets.
Calculator
Run the numbers
FAQ
Common questions about this topic
How many calories should I eat per day?
That depends on your size, activity level, and goal. A calculator gives a strong starting estimate, but real-world adjustments still matter.
Is this the same as TDEE?
It is closely related. TDEE is your estimated maintenance calorie level, and calorie targets for fat loss or muscle gain are built from that number.
Should I use a 500 calorie deficit?
A 500 calorie deficit is common, but it is not mandatory. Smaller deficits are often easier to sustain and may be a better fit for many users.
Next step
Use the calculator now, then let the app handle daily logging.
Plan with the tool when you need a number. Use CaloriesCam when you want tracking to be faster every day.