A member asked:

I weigh 17 stone and am 5 ft 11 male. if i eat 500 calories per day for 3 months will i lose any weight?

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Dr. Gerald Neuberg answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Too extreme: Your body mass index is 45 = very obese. You may need professional help to create a sustainable diet/exercise plan. Walking + cycling are good; so is weightlifting to burn calories faster. But 500 cal is a starvation diet - not sustainable! slow and steady wins the race. Have to cut out sweets, sugar, sugary beverages, reduce starches + emphasize fruit, veg, whole grains, lean meat, low fat dairy.

Answered 9/6/2013

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