A member asked:

Is 700 cal per day good to loose weight? i can't do exercise due to joint pain have sle and on prednisone since 3 years.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Starvation is bad: Starvation diets do not work. They change one's metabolism and they do not lead to any lasting weight loss. In fact they often lead to rebound weight gain. I would not recommend any limitation of calories lower than 1200 to 1500 calories for a true diet.

Answered 6/23/2013

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