TDEE Calculator
Estimate your total daily energy expenditure based on BMR and activity level.
For educational purposes only.
Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)
2,692 cal/day
BMR
1,737
Weight loss
2,192
Weight gain
3,192
How to use
- Enter your sex, age, height and weight.
- Select your typical activity level from sedentary to very active.
- See your TDEE plus suggested calories for weight loss or gain.
Formula
TDEE = BMR × activity multiplier.
Sedentary: 1.2 · Light: 1.375 · Moderate: 1.55 · Active: 1.725 · Very active: 1.9.
Example
A moderately active woman with BMR of 1,400 cal/day:
TDEE = 1,400 × 1.55 ≈ 2,170 calories per day.
Frequently asked questions
What is TDEE?
Total daily energy expenditure (TDEE) is the total number of calories you burn in a day, including BMR, activity, and digestion.
How many calories should I eat to lose weight?
A common approach is TDEE minus 500 calories per day, which targets about 1 lb of weight loss per week.
How do I pick the right activity level?
Choose based on your typical week: desk job with little exercise is sedentary; regular workouts 3–5 days is moderate to active.
Is TDEE the same as calorie calculator?
Yes. TDEE calculators and daily calorie calculators use the same BMR × activity approach to estimate maintenance calories.
Can TDEE change over time?
Yes. Weight loss, muscle gain, aging, and changes in activity level all affect your TDEE.
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