Keto Macro Calculator
Calculate your personalized keto macros in seconds
The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate diet that helps your body burn fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. Our calculator provides personalized macronutrient recommendations based on your specific body metrics and goals.
Your Personalized Keto Macros
Your Keto Macro Breakdown
Based on your information, we've calculated the optimal macronutrient ratio for your ketogenic diet. Here's what these numbers mean:
- Calories: Your personalized daily calorie target to achieve your goals.
- Protein: Essential for preserving muscle mass during weight loss or building muscle.
- Net Carbs: Low enough to maintain ketosis (total carbs minus fiber).
- Fat: Your primary energy source on a ketogenic diet.
Remember that these are starting recommendations. You may need to adjust based on your progress and how your body responds.
Tips for Success
Stay Hydrated
Drink at least 2-3 liters of water daily to prevent dehydration and help with the transition to ketosis.
Electrolytes
Increase sodium, potassium, and magnesium intake to prevent keto-flu symptoms.
Track Your Intake
Use a food tracking app to ensure you're staying within your macro targets.
Focus on Quality
Choose nutrient-dense whole foods rather than processed "keto-friendly" products.
How We Calculate Your Macros
1. Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
We start by calculating your BMR using the Mifflin-St Jeor Equation, which is one of the most accurate formulas available:
For Women: BMR = (10 × weight in kg) + (6.25 × height in cm) - (5 × age in years) - 161
Your BMR represents the calories your body needs to maintain basic functions at rest.
2. Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)
Next, we multiply your BMR by an activity factor to determine your total daily calorie needs:
Activity multipliers range from 1.2 (sedentary) to 1.9 (extremely active).
3. Adjusted Calories Based on Goals
Depending on whether you want to lose weight, maintain, or gain muscle:
Maintenance: TDEE
Muscle Gain: TDEE + (TDEE × surplus percentage)
4. Macronutrient Calculation
Finally, we allocate your calories to specific macronutrients:
Protein: Lean body mass × protein ratio
Fat: Remaining calories ÷ 9 (calories per gram of fat)
We calculate lean body mass using your weight and body fat percentage (estimated if not provided).