The number of calories a man should eat per day varies depending on age, activity level, and individual factors such as height, weight, and metabolism. Here are general guidelines based on age and activity:
- For adult men aged 19 to 30, the recommended calorie intake ranges from about 2,400 to 3,000 calories per day.
- Men aged 31 to 60 typically need between 2,200 and 3,000 calories daily.
- Men aged 61 and older generally require 2,000 to 2,600 calories per day.
Activity level significantly influences calorie needs:
- Sedentary men need calories at the lower end of these ranges.
- Moderately active men need calories in the mid-range.
- Active men require calories at the higher end.
For example, an average moderately active man under 40 might need around 2,800 calories daily to maintain weight
. To maintain weight, calorie intake should balance calories burned. For weight loss, reducing daily calories by 500 to 1,000 can help lose about 1 to 2 pounds per week, but intake should not drop below about 1,500 calories for men without medical supervision
. In summary, a typical adult man should consume roughly 2,200 to 3,000 calories daily, adjusted for age and activity level, with about 2,500 calories being a common average for maintenance
