Calorie Deficit Calculator

Estimate a daily calorie target from maintenance calories and a planned weekly change.

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How it works

The common 3,500-calorie-per-pound rule is only a rough planning estimate. Real weight change is not perfectly linear.

Important health note

Results are general educational estimates and are not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Personal needs can differ because of age, medications, pregnancy, disability, medical conditions and other factors.