How to Calculate Your TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure)
If you are trying to lose weight, gain muscle, or maintain your current body weight, understanding your TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) is one of the most important steps. A TDEE calculator helps you find out how many calories your body burns in a day, including all activities. What is TDEE? TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure . It is the total number of calories your body burns in 24 hours. It includes: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) – calories your body needs at rest Physical activity – walking, exercise, work, etc. Digestion – calories used to digest food Why is TDEE Important? Knowing your TDEE helps you: Lose weight (eat fewer calories than TDEE) Gain weight or muscle (eat more calories than TDEE) Maintain weight (eat equal to TDEE) Without knowing your TDEE, it becomes difficult to plan your diet properly. How TDEE is Calculated TDEE is calculated using this formula: TDEE = BMR × Activity Level Activity Levels: Sedentary (little o...