Plan

For adults only. Results are estimates, not prescribed calorie goals.

Target date and maintenance override
Estimated target date
Starting maintenance
Projected weight after 1 year
Long-term model plateau
Daily calorie difference
Calories for selected target date Set a date

The curve is a model estimate assuming the same calorie intake and activity level every day. Short-term water changes are not modelled.

Projection milestones
DateElapsedWeightChange
Model, limits and sources

This uses the long-term linearised adult body-weight model published by Hall and colleagues, with the Mifflin–St Jeor resting-energy equation and the selected physical activity level. Unlike the static 3,500-calorie rule, expenditure changes as body weight changes.

The model assumes a consistent intake and does not know your health, medication, actual metabolism, body-water fluctuations or adherence. It is not suitable for anyone under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding, and it is not medical advice.

NIDDK model research · Hall et al., 2011