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How many calories should you take in to lose weight?

9 Responses to “How many calories should you take in to lose weight?”

1. vincer201 said :
   October 26th, 2010 at 7:49 pm

   Normal diet is 2,000 calories. If you eat 1,200 you should lose weight no problem.
2. Abbie 07 said :
   October 26th, 2010 at 8:36 pm

   between 1200 (being the least you should eat no less!) with your hight being 5ft 7 i would say arround 1500-1800 calories. remember to burn at least 1hundred of those off a day or more if you wish. good luck! 😀
   x
3. NYCLady said :
   October 26th, 2010 at 9:33 pm

   It really depends on how active you are. Taking in 1,200-1,500 calories daily will probably help you lose weight. However, the easy way is to burn more calories than you take in. Good luck!
4. jeligula said :
   October 26th, 2010 at 10:19 pm

   Any amount less than what you are taking in now. Combine a reduction in calories with exercise and you should lose 15-20 lbs in about a month.
5. OINK said :
   October 26th, 2010 at 10:59 pm

   Do NOT listen to us. Do NOT follow some low Carb or fad diet.

   My best advice is the join corny old Weightwatchers. Diets do not work — learning how to eat right and exercise as you get older does work. BUT not some quick fix and then back to eating anything you want. Thats how the old weight elevator (UP,DOWN,UP) gets started.
6. chartay23 said :
   October 26th, 2010 at 11:08 pm

   There are websites that can help you calculate the exact number, based on your height, weight, and level of physical activity. The number will also depend on how quickley you want to lose the weight.

   Just google “calorie intake calculator” for a number of different options…

   Also consider looking up the number of calories in the foods you are eating. You might be surprised. There are also websites that can tell you how many calories you burn during certain activities. I’m not saying you should make it an exact science- but if you can estimate these things then you have a much better chance at successful weight loss!
7. Emily said :
   October 27th, 2010 at 12:03 am

   dont listen to hailey

   to lose weight a healthy way u should have ATLEAST 1450 calories at ur age…and exercise…here are basic healthy foods and other ideas…

   -fruits
   -vegies
   -whole grain/wheat breads/pasta/brown rice/oatmeal
   -low fat dairy(2% milk, yogurt, low fat ice cream or frozen yogurt, low fat cheese)
   -lean protein/meats like chicken, turkey, egg whites)
   -nuts/seeds…peanut butter is VERY healthy if u eat 2 tablespoons and stay within that limit
   -beans

   SNACKS

   -baked lays chips
   -cheesesticks
   -100 calorie packs
   -breyers double churned(and no added sugar)choclate fudge brownie ice cream
   -chocolate peanut butter ricecakes
   -frozen fruit with fat free cool whip
   -quaker chewy granola bars
   -fruit pops
   -lean pockets
   -chocolate milk
   -graham crackers
   -vegies and dip
   -pretzels and fat free cream cheese
   -hummus and pita chips

   HEALTHY BREAKFAST IDEAS

   -oatmeal and a banana
   -cereal(watch sugar)…get whole grain cereals
   -granola and yogurt
   -english muffin and peanut butter
   -toast and jelly
   -an apple could go along with anything
   -scrambled egg whites and low fat or non fat shredded chedder cheese
   -whole grain mini bagel and fat free cream cheese
   for drinks: milk, chocolate milk, 100% juice(preferably orange)

   HEALTHY DINNER IDEAS

   -chili
   -beef stew
   -pasta
   -grilled chicken
   -fish
   -seafood
   -turkey
   -hamburgers or hotdogs
   -potatoes
   -corn
   -steak
   -sandwich
   -soup
   -quesadillas
8. spydersinh said :
   October 27th, 2010 at 12:33 am

   If you’re working out and on a diet, then you shouldn’t have a problem. As long as you know you’re burning more calories than you are taking in, then you’ll lose some weight. On the other hand, active people or those with high metabolism can consume more calories and maintain or lose weight.
9. Tamara R said :
   October 27th, 2010 at 1:04 am

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