Start with the bigger picture.

Food, movement and body weight are part of a longer story. A recorded calorie balance is useful context, not a verdict on one meal or one day.

Understand what you are seeing

The Deficit brings recorded intake and estimated expenditure together. Missing food entries and wearable estimates affect the result. Choose a period that helps you see patterns, and keep your goal appropriate to your circumstances.

Read our guide to calorie deficits for the details. For personal weight-management advice, consult a qualified health professional.