Create a clear, actionable plan to reach your target weight. This tool calculates your daily calorie and macro needs for a safe and effective weight loss journey.
Weight loss occurs when you consistently consume fewer calories than your body burns. This is known as a **caloric deficit**. Our calculator helps you find the right deficit for your goals by first determining your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) and then subtracting calories based on your desired rate of loss.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate. A weight loss of more than 1 kg (2 lbs) per week is not recommended for most individuals. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting a new diet or exercise plan.
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Estimates maintenance calories, a calorie target, macronutrients and an approximate timeline toward a lower goal weight.
The live processor estimates BMR with Mifflin-St Jeor, applies an activity factor, subtracts the selected calorie deficit and estimates a timeline from the configured energy-per-kilogram assumption. The calculation uses age, sex, height, current weight, goal weight, activity level and selected rate of loss.
The body adapts during weight loss, so a simple fixed-deficit timeline should be treated as an estimate rather than a promise. Use the number as an estimate and consider professional advice when the result may affect health, treatment, pregnancy, nutrition, exercise safety or another important decision.