Deficit included in myfitnesspal calculations or do I want to be under?

Amiokaytolive

Does myfitnesspal calculate the deficit or do I want to be unde what they're suggesting me? Also how much should I be aiming to be under? I've got about 30+ lbs to loose. Any insightful things for me to think about would be nice as well. Thanks for the help

cmriverside

Short answer is, yes, your deficit is calculated if you asked it to set you up for weight loss.

With 30 pounds to lose, set it at, "Lose one pound per week." Not more than that.

Here is the article explaining how myfitnesspal calculates.