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Maintenance calorie calculator

Estimate how many calories may maintain your current weight with the Mifflin-St Jeor equation and an activity factor.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Estimated maintenance1996 kcal
BMR1452
Small deficit1696

How it is calculated

For women: BMR = 10 × kg + 6.25 × cm − 5 × age − 161. For men, the final constant is +5. TDEE = BMR × activity factor.

Worked example

Example: a 30-year-old woman at 70 kg and 170 cm has an estimated BMR of 1,452 kcal. At a light-activity factor of 1.375, estimated maintenance is about 1,997 kcal/day.

Important health disclaimer

This result is educational, not a prescription, diagnosis or guarantee. Do not use it for pregnancy, childhood, an eating disorder or a medical condition without qualified care. Common minimums are broad guardrails, not personalized safety advice.

Frequently asked questions

Is this calorie calculator exact?

No. It estimates an average starting point from an equation. Metabolism, body composition, medication, illness and measurement error can change actual needs.

What is TDEE?

Total daily energy expenditure is an estimate of the energy your body uses in a day, including resting needs and activity.

Which activity level should I choose?

Choose the closest description of a typical week. If uncertain, start conservatively and compare the estimate with several weeks of real weight trends.

Does Nomi store these calculator inputs?

No. Calculations happen in your browser. These tools do not save or send the values you enter.

Should I use this for a medical diet?

No. Ask a doctor or registered dietitian for needs related to pregnancy, illness, medication, eating disorders or another medical concern.

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