This calorie reference table shows the calories to maintain weight for a range of age values, assuming a gender of 1, a weight of 70 kg and a height of 175 cm. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our Calorie Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Age | Calories to maintain weight | Mild weight loss (~0.25 kg/wk) | Weight loss (~0.5 kg/wk) | Weight gain (~0.5 kg/wk) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.5 years | 2,730 kcal/day | 2,480 kcal/day | 2,230 kcal/day | 3,230 kcal/day |
| 15 years | 2,672 kcal/day | 2,422 kcal/day | 2,172 kcal/day | 3,172 kcal/day |
| 23 years | 2,610 kcal/day | 2,360 kcal/day | 2,110 kcal/day | 3,110 kcal/day |
| 30 years | 2,556 kcal/day | 2,306 kcal/day | 2,056 kcal/day | 3,056 kcal/day |
| 45 years | 2,439 kcal/day | 2,189 kcal/day | 1,939 kcal/day | 2,939 kcal/day |
| 60 years | 2,323 kcal/day | 2,073 kcal/day | 1,823 kcal/day | 2,823 kcal/day |
| 90 years | 2,091 kcal/day | 1,841 kcal/day | 1,591 kcal/day | 2,591 kcal/day |
| 120 years | 1,858 kcal/day | 1,608 kcal/day | 1,358 kcal/day | 2,358 kcal/day |
How to use this table
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