Carb Calculator

Calculate your recommended daily carbohydrate intake based on your total calorie needs, fitness goal, and activity level.

๐Ÿž Carb Calculator

Daily Carb Intake (2,507 kcal)

Recommended Carbs313 g/day
Carb % of Calories50%
Range282 โ€“ 345 g/day
ByPRIYA SHARMAโ€ขUpdated April 20, 2026
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Reviewed byARJUN MEHTA
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Fact checked byNEHA KAPOOR

๐Ÿ’ก How Carb Needs Are Calculated

Daily carb intake depends on your total calorie needs (TDEE) and goals. General guidelines: weight loss = 40% of calories from carbs, maintenance = 50%, weight gain/athletes = 55%. 1 gram of carbs = 4 calories.

The Dietary Guidelines recommend 45-65% of total calories from carbohydrates. Athletes performing high-intensity exercise may need up to 60-70%. Low-carb diets typically restrict to 50-150g/day, while keto restricts to under 20-50g.

70 kg male, moderate activity, maintain: TDEE โ‰ˆ 2,474 kcal. Carbs at 50% = 309g/day (1,237 kcal from carbs).

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