Shweta Joshi Shweta Joshi Asked 5 months ago

Is 2 000 calories a day good for weight loss?

I've heard different things about calorie intake for weight loss. I'm fairly active, so I was thinking of 2000 calories a day. Would this be a good amount for weight loss, or should I go lower?

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Sunil Sharma Sunil Sharma Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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2000 calories? Ha! At my age, if I eat 2000 calories, I'll gain weight just by looking at the food. For some, it might be a good starting point, but it's more about quality than quantity. And maybe I should start running... or just thinking about running. It's exhausting!

Arjun Sharma Arjun Sharma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

2000 calories can be good for weight loss if you're relatively tall, active, or a man. But you need to pair it with solid exercise. Lifting weights and doing cardio a few times a week will make that 2000 calories create a good deficit for fat loss.

Deepali Deshmukh Deepali Deshmukh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Ho na, 2000 calories is a bit high for weight loss for many people, especially women. But if you're very active ya, it might work. Just make sure you eat wholesome food, haan na.

Gopalakrishnan P. Gopalakrishnan P. Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Namaste! 2000 calories can be a reasonable target for weight loss, especially for men or those with a higher activity level. It's often a good starting point to create a sustainable deficit without feeling overly restricted. Remember to prioritize protein and fiber to keep you full and satisfied.

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Kabir Khan Kabir Khan Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Depends on your body type and activity. For some, 2000 calories is reasonable for weight loss.

Divya Singh Divya Singh Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

For someone with PCOS, 2000 calories might be a maintenance level or even too high for weight loss, especially if insulin resistance is an issue. It's important to focus on nutrient-dense foods, adequate protein, and minimal processed carbs. I'd highly recommend consulting a dietician who understands PCOS.

Rohan Joshi Rohan Joshi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, 2000 calories for weight loss? Actually, it depends on your current weight, height and how much you work out. For some, it might be maintenance, for others, a small deficit. Best to check your BMR and TDEE first, then decide.

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Meenakshi Iyer Meenakshi Iyer Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

When I had a check-up at Apollo, the dietitian there gave me a very specific calorie plan based on my body. Instead of guessing, I'd strongly suggest you visit a good hospital's dietitian or your family doctor. They can give you tailored advice that's safe and effective for *your* body.

Rekha Devi Rekha Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Beti, itni ginti karne se kya hoga? Achha khana khao, doodh, dahi, sabzi. Aur thoda kaam karte raho, chalte raho. Apne aap sharir theek ho jayega. Mann ko shaant rakho, tension mat lo.

Priya Reddy Priya Reddy Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

When I started my weight loss journey, 2000 calories was my maintenance, not my deficit. I had to go lower than that to actually lose weight. But everyone's body is different. If you're very active, maybe it could work. I found 1600-1800 was my sweet spot.

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