Calorie Calculator for Women
Calculate your daily calorie needs with women-specific considerations. Get personalized recommendations based on your goals, activity level, and body composition.
About This Women's Calorie Calculator
This evidence-based calorie calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, specifically calibrated for women's metabolic needs. It factors in your age, weight, height, activity level, and goals to provide personalized daily calorie recommendations. Whether you're looking to lose weight, maintain your current weight, or build muscle, this tool provides science-backed guidance while ensuring you meet minimum nutritional requirements for women's health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, which has been shown to be one of the most accurate BMR formulas, with a typical accuracy rate of 90% (+/- 10%). However, individual metabolism can vary based on factors like muscle mass, genetics, and medical conditions.
BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) is the number of calories your body burns at complete rest. TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) includes your BMR plus calories burned through daily activities and exercise. TDEE is what you should use for meal planning.
These calculations provide a starting point. Monitor your progress over 2-3 weeks and adjust as needed. If you're not seeing expected results, you may need to adjust your calories by 100-200 per day. Always ensure you're eating at least 1200 calories daily.
Sedentary: Little to no exercise. Light: Exercise 1-3 days/week. Moderate: Exercise 3-5 days/week. Active: Exercise 6-7 days/week. Very Active: Very intense exercise daily or physical job. When in doubt, choose the lower activity level.
Yes, most health organizations recommend women consume at least 1200 calories daily to meet basic nutritional needs. Going below this can lead to nutrient deficiencies, muscle loss, and metabolic slowdown. Some active or taller women may need higher minimums.
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Medical Disclaimer: This tool provides educational estimates based on established formulas and is not intended as medical advice. Individual results may vary. For personalized guidance, consult with healthcare professionals through our platform.