Calorie needs for a senior
After 60, metabolism slows a little: needs are around 1,600 to 2,000 kcal/day for a woman and 2,000 to 2,400 kcal for a man, depending on activity. Protein stays essential to preserve muscle.
Calculate my exact needEstimated calorie needs after 60
With age we lose muscle (sarcopenia): keeping a good protein intake (often 1 to 1.2 g/kg, sometimes more) and staying active help limit this loss.
Appetite may drop: nourishing, regular meals beat strict counting. The calculator gives a starting point, as a range.
Tools: calorie calculator · deficit calculator · count from a photo.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories per day after 60?＋
About 1,600 to 2,000 kcal for a woman and 2,000 to 2,400 kcal for a man, depending on activity and build.
Should you eat less with age?＋
Needs drop slightly, but cutting too much (especially protein) speeds up muscle loss. Better to stay active.
By Can Ozmen, founder of Volumeal · Updated July 3, 2026 · Method & sources