CalorieCalculator.ai

About Us

Healthy meal planning

Our Mission

At CalorieCalculator.ai, we believe that understanding your nutritional needs is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. Our mission is to provide accurate, science-based calorie and macronutrient calculations that empower you to make informed decisions about your diet and fitness goals.

Whether you're looking to lose weight, build muscle, or simply maintain a balanced diet, our calculator gives you the personalized information you need to succeed on your health journey.

The Science Behind Our Calculator

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

We use the Mifflin-St Jeor equation, which is considered the gold standard for calculating BMR. This equation takes into account your gender, age, weight, and height to determine how many calories your body needs at complete rest.

For men: BMR = (10 × weight in kg) + (6.25 × height in cm) - (5 × age in years) + 5

For women: BMR = (10 × weight in kg) + (6.25 × height in cm) - (5 × age in years) - 161

Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)

Your TDEE is calculated by multiplying your BMR by an activity factor that corresponds to your lifestyle:

  • Sedentary (little or no exercise): BMR × 1.2
  • Lightly active (light exercise 1-3 days/week): BMR × 1.375
  • Moderately active (moderate exercise 3-5 days/week): BMR × 1.55
  • Very active (hard exercise 6-7 days/week): BMR × 1.725
  • Extra active (very hard exercise & physical job): BMR × 1.9

Macronutrient Distribution

Our macronutrient recommendations are based on your goals:

  • Weight loss: Higher protein (40%), moderate fat (30%), lower carbs (30%)
  • Weight maintenance: Balanced distribution with protein (30%), fat (30%), and carbs (40%)
  • Weight gain: Moderate protein (30%), lower fat (20%), higher carbs (50%)

These distributions are designed to support your goals while ensuring you receive adequate nutrition.

Our Team

CalorieCalculator.ai was created by a team of nutritionists, fitness experts, and software developers passionate about health and wellness.

Team member

Dr. Emma Rodriguez

Nutritionist

Specializes in sports nutrition and metabolic health. Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences with over 10 years of clinical experience.

Team member

Mark Thompson

Fitness Coach

Certified personal trainer and strength coach with a passion for helping clients achieve their fitness goals through proper nutrition.

Team member

Sarah Chen

Lead Developer

Full-stack developer with expertise in creating intuitive, user-friendly health and fitness applications.