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VELNARO

Calorie Calculator

Calculate the calories you need each day to hold your weight — and what to eat to lose or gain it at a steady, sustainable pace.

Daily calorie target

1,932 kcal/day

Maintenance calories

2,482 kcal/day

Suggested protein

136 g/day

Suggested fat

68 g/day

Suggested carbohydrate

194 g/day

Weekly change

-0.5 kg/week

How this was worked out

  1. Step 1BMR = 1,805 kcal/day
  2. Step 2TDEE = 2,482 kcal/day
  3. Step 3Adjustment for your goal = -550 kcal/day → 1,932 kcal/day

Targets are capped at a minimum of 1,200 kcal/day. Very low-calorie diets should only be followed with medical supervision.

Important

This tool provides an estimate for general information only. It is not a medical diagnosis, and it does not replace advice from a qualified health professional. Body composition, ethnicity, age and medical history all affect the real picture — speak to a doctor or dietitian before making changes to your diet, training or medication.

Formula

Target = TDEE ± (7,700 kcal per kg × weekly change ÷ 7)

Example

Input

Male, 35, 180 cm, 85 kg, light activity, lose 0.5 kg/week

Result

≈ 1,864 kcal/day

Frequently asked questions

It depends on your size, age, sex and activity. This calculator personalises it; typical maintenance ranges are 1,800–2,400 kcal for women and 2,200–3,000 kcal for men.

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