Understanding Your Paleo Macronutrients
The Paleo Diet Calculator is designed to help you estimate your optimal intake of calories, protein, fats, and carbohydrates following ancestral nutrition principles. Unlike modern processed diets, Paleo emphasizes whole, nutrient-dense foods that our hunter-gatherer ancestors might have consumed. These include grass-fed meats, fish, nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats.
How the Paleo Diet Works
The core idea behind the Paleo Diet is to eliminate processed foods, grains, dairy, legumes, and refined sugars. Instead, the focus shifts to natural food sources. This calculator supports this philosophy by calculating your caloric and macronutrient needs based on your weight, physical activity, and dietary goals.
Activity Levels and Caloric Needs
Depending on how active you are, your body requires different amounts of energy. This calculator uses standard multipliers based on your activity level:
- Sedentary: Very little or no exercise.
- Lightly Active: 1-3 days/week of light physical activity.
- Moderately Active: 3-5 days/week of moderate training.
- Very Active: 6-7 days/week or intense workouts.
- Extremely Active: Manual labor or two-a-day athlete routines.
Paleo Macronutrient Distribution
Typical Paleo macronutrient ratios vary slightly depending on the goal, but they generally follow:
- Protein: 25-35%
- Fat: 40-55%
- Carbohydrates: 10-25%
These numbers are higher in fat and protein compared to standard diets, reflecting ancestral intake patterns.
Using the Paleo Diet Calculator
- Enter your current body weight in kilograms.
- Select your physical activity level from the dropdown.
- Choose whether you want to lose fat, maintain weight, or gain muscle.
- Click “Calculate” to get your ideal daily calorie and macronutrient targets.
Why Focus on Paleo?
Many people turn to the Paleo lifestyle to improve digestion, reduce inflammation, manage weight, and regain energy. By focusing on natural foods, the body returns to its evolutionary roots. This calculator supports that transition by offering individualized nutritional guidance.
Final Notes
Whether you're a beginner in ancestral health or a seasoned follower of primal nutrition, the Paleo Diet Calculator helps align your nutritional intake with your lifestyle and health goals. Remember that no calculator replaces professional medical advice—consult a health professional when needed.