Food and drink - Nutrition basics - Nutrition - Food energy
How many kilocalories are often used as a daily reference value for an average adult?
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2,000 kilocalories per day are often used as a general reference value for an average adult. In the European Union, this corresponds to 8,400 kilojoules. Actual energy needs can be substantially higher or lower depending on age, height, weight, and physical activity.
The reference value is a guide and does not automatically describe an individual's energy needs.
