Calorie Calculator for Women
Your personal calorie needs as a woman – based on age, weight, height and activity level.
🔢 Calorie Calculator
Calculate your daily total energy expenditure (TDEE)
🔢 Calorie Calculator
Calculate your daily total energy expenditure (TDEE)
Are Women's Calorie Needs Different?
Yes – women generally have a lower basal metabolic rate than men of the same height and weight, due to a higher body fat percentage and hormonally influenced metabolism. The menstrual cycle can influence daily expenditure by 100–300 kcal. Our formula (Mifflin-St. Jeor) accounts for these differences.
How Many Calories Do Women Need Daily?
Average daily needs range from 1,600 to 2,400 kcal depending on activity level. For moderate weight loss, we recommend a deficit of 300–400 kcal daily. For muscle gain, a surplus of 200–250 kcal. We advise women not to go below 1,200 kcal daily – this can lead to nutrient deficiencies and muscle loss.
What Particularly Affects Women's Calorie Needs?
Pregnancy (+300–500 kcal/day), breastfeeding (+400–500 kcal/day), menopause (reduces BMR by approx. 5–10%), activity level, muscle mass and hormonal contraceptives can all influence energy requirements.
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