What is my Estimated Calorie Needs per Day, by Age, Sex, and Physical Activity Level?

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According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans An average man, 26 to 45 years old, moderately active should only consume 2600 calories per day to maitain a health weight.

For a woman 18 to 50, moderately active their caloric need is 2000 calories per day.

If you are not in that age group, see page 77 of the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Also read: Weight Loss: If you eat 500 calories less per day you will lose 1 pound per week

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