Look, I’ll be straight with you – eating only 800 calories a day sounds pretty extreme, and honestly? It kind of is. Most of us need somewhere between 1200-2000 calories just to keep our bodies ...

Cutting calories may lead to weight loss, but there are often overlooked consequences on your health, metabolism, hormones, and overall well-being.

Calorie-deficit diets slowly and temporarily limit the number of calories you consume each day. When in a calorie deficit, your body burns more calories than it takes in, which may promote weight loss ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. You’ve heard the saying “calories in versus calories out” when it comes to weight loss. This is referring to a calorie deficit. But ...

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A nutrition expert reveals the key miscalculation keeping you from meeting your weight loss goals. Africa Studio - stock.adobe.com Are fasting, calorie counting and deprivation slowing your metabolism ...

The fitness space is a confusing one nowadays. Social media has democratised information to some extent, but it has also lowered the barrier to entry for those looking to share it. The result? There ...

Dropping down the numbers on the scale is good, it keeps your body fit and moving as well, but at what cost? Is an 800-calorie diet really enough and is it even sustainable? The scientific answer to ...

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you’ve probably heard about the importance of “calories in versus calories out.” This concept is based on the idea that as long as you eat fewer calories than you ...