Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Asked 10 months ago

Is 1 200 calories a day good for weight loss?

I'm trying to lose some weight, and I've been aiming for a 1200 calorie diet. My friend told me it might be too low. Is 1200 calories a day good for weight loss, or should I be eating more?

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Aryan Singh Aryan Singh Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago
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1200 calories is usually quite low for most adults, especially if you're active. It might lead to quick weight loss initially, but it's hard to sustain and you might miss out on essential nutrients. I usually aim for a slight deficit, like 300-500 calories below my maintenance, along with proper workouts, for sustainable results.

Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I tried a very low-calorie diet once for weight loss, and it didn't work well for me. I felt very tired and hungry all the time. It's better to find something that is sustainable and healthy in the long run, even if it's slower.

Ananya Desai Ananya Desai Joined May 2026 6 months ago

It sounds like a very strict number. Maybe try to focus on eating healthy, whole foods instead of just counting calories so strictly. It's important to feel good while losing weight.

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Vivek Rao Vivek Rao Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

My doctor actually warned me against going too low with calories, like 1200, unless it's under strict medical supervision. He said it can slow down your metabolism and lead to nutrient deficiencies. It's usually better to calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and then create a moderate deficit based on that, along with exercise.

Sanjay Rao Sanjay Rao Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

For most people, 1200 calories is too little and not practical for long-term weight loss. You'll feel weak and likely just give up. A more sustainable approach is to focus on a balanced diet with enough protein and fiber, and moderate exercise. Small, consistent changes are better than drastic ones.

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Rohit Das Rohit Das Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Nah man, 1200 is super low. I tried it once and felt like I was starving all the time. Lost some weight but gained it all back fast. Now I just eat clean, hit the gym, and try to keep my protein high. Much better.

Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Bhaiyya/Bahan, 1200 calories toh bahut kam ho jaayega na. Pet bhi nahi bharega aur kamzori aa jaayegi. Achha khaana khao, roti sabzi daal, aur thoda walk kar lo. Bas, dheere dheere sab theek ho jaata hai.

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