TDEE Calculator for Low Carb Diets
Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) is a crucial metric for anyone looking to lose, gain, or maintain weight, especially on a low carb diet. Our TDEE calculator low carb helps you determine your daily caloric needs based on your age, gender, weight, height, activity level, and carbohydrate intake.
- Enter your age, gender, weight, and height.
- Select your activity level.
- Enter your daily carbohydrate intake.
- Click ‘Calculate’ to see your TDEE and macronutrient breakdown.
The calculator uses the Mifflin-St. Jeor equation to estimate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), then multiplies it by your activity level to find your TDEE. It also adjusts for your carbohydrate intake to provide a more accurate estimate for low carb diets.
| Formula | BMR (kcal/day) | TDEE (kcal/day) |
|---|---|---|
| Mifflin-St. Jeor | — | — |
| Harris-Benedict | — | — |
- To lose weight, aim for a daily caloric deficit of 300-500 kcal.
- To gain weight, aim for a daily caloric surplus of 300-500 kcal.
- Regularly review and adjust your caloric intake as your weight changes.
What is a low carb diet?
A low carb diet is a dietary approach that restricts carbohydrate consumption and emphasizes foods rich in protein and fat.
For more information on low carb diets, see the Mayo Clinic and the Harvard Health Publishing.