Health
Calorie Deficit Calculator
Daily calorie target to reach a weight goal within a timeframe.
Inputs
Calorie Deficit Calculator
Result
Daily calorie target
1,467 kcal
- Daily deficit
- 733 kcal
- Weekly weight change
- 0.67 kg/wk
How it's calculated
Total deficit = (current − target) × 7700 kcal · Daily target = TDEE − total/(weeks × 7)
Common questions
Is 7700 kcal per kg exact?
It's an approximation. Real energy balance varies by body composition and adaptation.
Is a very low intake safe?
Sustained intake below ~1200 kcal/day can be unsafe without medical supervision.
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