1. What is TDEE and Calorie Deficit?

TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) represents the total number of calories you burn in a day. A calorie deficit occurs when you consume fewer calories than your TDEE, which is necessary for weight loss.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( TDEE \) — Total Daily Energy Expenditure (kcal/day)
• \( Deficit \) — Desired calorie deficit (kcal/day)

Explanation: The equation calculates how many calories you should eat to maintain your desired deficit for weight loss or maintenance.

3. Importance of Calorie Calculation

Details: Accurate calorie calculation helps in achieving weight management goals, whether it's weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your TDEE (can be calculated using other calculators) and your desired daily calorie deficit. Both values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I determine my TDEE?
A: TDEE can be estimated using formulas that account for your basal metabolic rate (BMR) and activity level.

Q2: What's a safe calorie deficit?
A: Generally 300-500 kcal/day for moderate weight loss, or up to 1000 kcal/day for more aggressive loss under supervision.

Q3: Should I eat back exercise calories?
A: If your TDEE already includes exercise, no. If using just BMR, you may need to account for exercise calories.

Q4: How often should I recalculate?
A: Recalculate whenever your weight changes significantly (5+ lbs) or your activity level changes.

Q5: Is this calculator for weight gain?
A: For weight gain, you would add a surplus instead of subtracting a deficit.