{"id":3346,"date":"2020-05-26T20:48:07","date_gmt":"2020-05-26T20:48:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=3346"},"modified":"2025-03-14T10:55:44","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T10:55:44","slug":"1500-calorie-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"1500 Calorie Diet For A Blistering Weight Loss Effect: Is It Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#What_Is_a_1500-Calorie_Diet_Meal_Plan_and_Why_Should_You_Choose_It\" >What Is a 1,500-Calorie Diet Meal Plan and Why Should You Choose It?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Is_a_1500-Calorie_Diet_Realistic\" >Is a 1,500-Calorie Diet Realistic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#How_Much_Weight_Can_I_Lose_Eating_1500_Calories_a_Day\" >How Much Weight Can I Lose Eating 1,500 Calories a Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Can_I_Lose_Weight_Eating_1500_Calories_a_Day_Without_Exercise\" >Can I Lose Weight Eating 1,500 Calories a Day Without Exercise?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#What_Foods_Should_Be_Part_of_Your_Simple_1500-Calorie_Meal_Plan\" >What Foods Should Be Part of Your Simple 1,500-Calorie Meal Plan?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Simple_1500-Calorie_Meal_Plan_High-Protein\" >Simple 1,500-Calorie Meal Plan High-Protein\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Breakfast_%E2%80%93_Blackberry_Yogurt_Parfait_with_Grapes\" >Breakfast &#8211; Blackberry Yogurt Parfait with Grapes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Lunch_%E2%80%93_Green_Smoothie_with_Hummus_and_Cauliflower\" >Lunch &#8211; Green Smoothie with Hummus and Cauliflower<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Dinner_%E2%80%93_Sausage_and_Bean_Soup_with_Kale_Salad\" >Dinner &#8211; Sausage and Bean Soup with Kale Salad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Can_I_Eat_a_1500-Calorie_Keto_Diet_for_Weight_Loss\" >Can I Eat a 1,500-Calorie Keto Diet for Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Is_1500_calories_starving_yourself\" >Is 1,500 calories starving yourself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Is_1500_calories_enough_for_a_woman\" >Is 1,500 calories enough for a woman?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#Is_it_better_to_eat_1200_or_1500_calories_a_day\" >Is it better to eat 1,200 or 1,500 calories a day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#What_exercise_burns_1500_calories\" >What exercise burns 1,500 calories?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of all the low-calorie weight loss diets, the 1,500-calorie diet is perhaps the second most popular eating plan, right after the 1,200-calorie meal plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=1500_Calorie_Diet_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with many such weight loss plans, some people believe that the 1,500-calorie diet meal plan is the perfect recipe for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hiking-vs-running\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, while some believe it\u2019s too little and may not help you reach your desired weight loss goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So who\u2019s right? Read on to find out more about this eating plan, what to eat, and how to utilize it for weight loss without risking your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_1500-Calorie_Diet_Meal_Plan_and_Why_Should_You_Choose_It\"><\/span><b>What Is a 1,500-Calorie Diet Meal Plan and Why Should You Choose It?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, this is a diet plan that caps off your daily food energy intake at approximately 1,500 calories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people choose such a meal plan because consuming 1,500 calories creates a deficit from their regular diet, which can help them lose some weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For years, the recommended calorie deficit for weight loss has been a deficit of 500 to 1000 kcal per day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3447534\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In more recent years, the recommended deficit has changed to around 500 to 750 calories per day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8017325\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This deficit is said to help you achieve a healthy weight loss rate of\u00a0 0.5 to 1 kg (1 to 2 pounds) per week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_1500-Calorie_Diet_Realistic\"><\/span><b>Is a 1,500-Calorie Diet Realistic?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-1500-calories-enough\/\"><b>Is 1,500 calories enough<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? A 1,500-calorie diet may be enough for some people and counts as a realistic diet for weight loss for many women and some men. Here\u2019s why:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020 &#8211; 2025,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> daily food energy intake needs vary for every person. These needs are dependent on factors such as the person\u2019s age, sex, height, weight, and level of physical activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dietaryguidelines.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/2020-12\/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the average caloric needs for adult women range from 1,600 to 2,400 kcal per day, while those for adult men range from 2,000 to 3,000 kcal per day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dietaryguidelines.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/2020-12\/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Of course there are some people who need more or less than these amounts, but this is the general number most people tend to require and should consume in order to live a healthy life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=1500_Calorie_Diet_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-71274\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage@2x-1-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"1500 Calorie Diet \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going back to the statement above, the recommended deficit for weight loss is to cut 500 to 750 (or even up to 1,000) kcal for your daily calorie intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For women who require 1,600 kcal a day, reducing their intake to 1,500 kcal may not be realistic for weight loss as this is just a deficit of 100 kcal. They may consider reducing their intake to 1,000 kcal, but this is too low a calorie intake. Women are generally advised not to consume any less than 1200 calories a day, unless otherwise recommended to do so by their healthcare provider (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/calorie-counting-made-easy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, women who need between 2,000 and 2,400 calories a day may benefit from a 1,500-calorie diet for weight loss as it falls within a 500 to 1,000 food energy deficit. Further considerations will include activity level and other lifestyle factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As for men, those whose daily requirements are between 2,000 kcal and 2,500 kcal may benefit from a 1,500-calorie diet for weight loss as it falls within the above-mentioned recommendations.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, those who require more than 2,500 kcal a day shouldn\u2019t try this diet as they would be cutting more than 1,000 kcal from their diet, which could come with some health related repercussions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/calorie-counting-made-easy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy needs, even individualized ones, are just estimates. Even if 1,500 calories per day falls within a 500-750 calorie deficit for you, you may find that you feel unsatisfied, fatigued, or just don\u2019t have enough energy on 1,500 calories. If so, #feel free to adjust things until you find the right balance for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Weight_Can_I_Lose_Eating_1500_Calories_a_Day\"><\/span><b>How Much Weight Can I Lose Eating 1,500 Calories a Day?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As much as we\u2019d like to give you a simple and straightforward answer to this, we cannot do so as weight loss isn\u2019t as straightforward as you might think.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the same way that there are multiple factors that influence how many calories we should eat in a day, there are also multiple and incredibly individual factors that affect how fast we lose weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to your diet and the amount of exercise done, it also includes other factors such as (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/weight-management\/adult-overweight-obesity\/factors-affecting-weight-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK221834\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33035570\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amount of sleep per night<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your genetics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type of medication you\u2019re taking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress levels<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental factors such as your house location and its proximity to a grocery store, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Health Coaching app helps you achieve your body goals with ease and efficiency by helping to choose proper meal plans and effective workouts. Start using our app and you will <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=1500_Calorie_Diet_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">see good results in a short time.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to all these factors, we cannot accurately predict how much weight you\u2019ll eventually end up losing while on this eating plan. However, we can tell you that healthy and gradual weight loss equals a loss of 1 to 2 pounds (0.5 to 1 kg) a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthy-weight-growth\/losing-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you weigh yourself weekly and realize that you\u2019re losing this amount on average, then you\u2019re on the right track. Keep doing what you\u2019re doing and you\u2019ll achieve your weight loss goals in no time. Just remember to be patient and consistent!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Lose_Weight_Eating_1500_Calories_a_Day_Without_Exercise\"><\/span><b>Can I Lose Weight Eating 1,500 Calories a Day Without Exercise?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you may be able to. If the 1,500-calorie meal plan with normal food &#8211; meaning healthy nutritious foods &#8211; creates the food energy deficit mentioned above, then you\u2019ll probably lose weight, even without necessarily engaging in physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it\u2019s important to note that while studies agree that weight loss through diet alone is possible, they also encourage you to add exercise to your weekly routine. Aerobic activity can help you burn extra calories, while resistance training can help preserve muscle mass as you lose weight. The combination of a healthy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calorie-deficit-diet-plan-to-lose-weight\/\">calorie deficit diet<\/a> and exercise seems to be the best option for successful and long-term weight loss results (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4429709\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Foods_Should_Be_Part_of_Your_Simple_1500-Calorie_Meal_Plan\"><\/span><b>What Foods Should Be Part of Your Simple 1,500-Calorie Meal Plan?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make any diet successful, you need to make sure you eat the right things. Nutritious whole foods are preferable for weight loss compared to ultra-processed foods that may be delicious but are full of calories, added sugars, sodium, and unhealthy fats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These nutritious whole foods include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/better-health\/lose-weight\/healthy-eating-when-trying-to-lose-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Vegetables<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes dark leafy greens and other non-starchy vegetables. Both of these options are lower in calories and rich in fiber as well as antioxidants.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Whole grains<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing says high-fiber better than whole grains. These add complex carbohydrates to your diet, which are good for blood sugar control and are rich in fiber. Fiber is satiating and will keep you fuller for longer, allowing you to adhere to your diet (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7599874\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Plant-Based, Lean Animal Protein and Fish<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main macronutrient that will help you lose weight is protein. Not only does it increase satiety, which helps control calorie intake, it also takes a bit more energy to break down, which helps with calorie burning (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0002916523236643\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7539343\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n    \n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"FemaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/FemaleImage.webp\">\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text desktop-hide mobile-block\">\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n            Select your gender\n          <\/div>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Healthy Fats and Oils<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to unhealthy fats, healthy fats are better for your heart and they also help with blood lipid levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5577766\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Water<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may not be a food, but it also helps with weight loss. Hydration is incredibly important, particularly if you\u2019re working out as it prevents dehydration. Staying hydrated may also help with appetite control, which keeps you within your recommended deficit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/smart-carbs\/\"> Smart Carbs: Making Better Carbohydrate Choices<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simple_1500-Calorie_Meal_Plan_High-Protein\"><\/span><b>Simple 1,500-Calorie Meal Plan High-Protein<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re unsure how to go about eating on this diet, here\u2019s a simple high-protein variation to get you started.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breakfast_%E2%80%93_Blackberry_Yogurt_Parfait_with_Grapes\"><\/span><strong>Breakfast &#8211; Blackberry Yogurt Parfait with Grapes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">227 g non-fat Greek yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup blackberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 g almonds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp flaxseed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Directions<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the yogurt in a bowl and top with the rest of the ingredients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy with a side of 1 cup of grapes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 444. Fats: 14 g. Carbs: 56 g. Protein: 31 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=1500_Calorie_Diet_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lunch_%E2%80%93_Green_Smoothie_with_Hummus_and_Cauliflower\"><\/span><strong>Lunch &#8211; Green Smoothie with Hummus and Cauliflower<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Ingredients for the smoothie<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cup spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup coconut water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup pineapple chunks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc an avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u2154 scoops of protein powder<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Directions<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add everything to a blender and blend until smooth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 391. Fats: 8 g. Carbs: 39 g. Protein: 45 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Ingredients for the cauliflower and hummus<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp hummus\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc head of a large cauliflower (210 g)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Directions<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chop the cauliflower into bite-sized pieces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the pieces on a plate with the hummus and enjoy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 102. Fats: 3 g. Carbs: 15 g. Protein: 6 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=1500_Calorie_Diet_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-71374\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-4-1024x640.png\" alt=\"1500 Calorie Diet \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-4-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-4.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-4-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-4.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dinner_%E2%80%93_Sausage_and_Bean_Soup_with_Kale_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Dinner &#8211; Sausage and Bean Soup with Kale Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Ingredients for the soup<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">84 g Italian sausage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup canned white beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup chopped onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp chicken broth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups chopped kale<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Directions<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut the sausage into bite-sized pieces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the sausage, navy beans, onions, and chicken broth in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 4 to 5 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the bowl from the microwave, add the chopped kale, and microwave for another 2 to 3 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 357. Fats: 9 g. Carbs: 45 g. Protein: 29 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Ingredients for the kale salad<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd cup chopped kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp coconut oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 \u00bd garlic cloves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juice from \u00bd lemon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp soy sauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup cherry tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc small cucumber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc small red bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Directions<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the kale to a bowl, drizzle coconut oil over it, and massage until the kale is soft.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl and toss until everything is combined.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 206. Fats: 15 g. Carbs: 17 g. Protein: 7 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Total Intake for the Day: <\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 1,501. Fats: 49 g. Carbs: 171 g. Protein: 119 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All recipes from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EatThisMuch <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatthismuch.com\/diet-plan\/1500-calorie\/high-protein\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/30-day-no-starch\/\">The 30-Day No-Starch Diet: Lose Weight and Feel Great<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Eat_a_1500-Calorie_Keto_Diet_for_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Can I Eat a <\/b><b>1,500-Calorie Keto Diet for Weight Loss?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can. Unlike the high-protein diet illustrated above, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-keto-diet\/\"><b>1,500-calorie keto diet<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will be much higher in fats and have medium protein and minimum carbohydrates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies have shown that the ketogenic diet can work for weight loss for some people &#8211; at least in the short term (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So if you\u2019ve been considering this diet as your new weight management eating plan, you can try it as long as your healthcare provider thinks it\u2019s safe for you. Just try your best to try to stick to clean keto &#8211; meaning that your fat sources come from healthy sources &#8211; as opposed to dirty keto.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If keto or high-protein eating plans aren\u2019t your thing, you could also consider trying a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mediterranean-diet-30-day-meal-plan-1500-calories\/\"><b>Mediterranean diet 30-day meal plan 1,500 calories<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> diet for weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=1500_Calorie_Diet_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-71256\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"1500 Calorie Diet \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-1720x1075.jpg 1720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_1500_calories_starving_yourself\"><\/span><strong>Is 1,500 calories starving yourself?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not necessarily. As explained above, a 1,500-kcal diet is a good calorie deficit for many people, especially a large percentage of women and some men. If you feel as if you\u2019re starving while on this meal plan, you need to restrategize.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps this deficit is too much for you and you need to add some more calories to your diet. You can also try to eat more protein and complex carbs as they can help with satiety.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_1500_calories_enough_for_a_woman\"><\/span><strong>Is 1,500 calories enough for a woman?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the estimated calorie requirements for adult women are 1,600 kcal to 2,400 kcal (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dietaryguidelines.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/2020-12\/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), we can say that 1,500 calories isn\u2019t enough for a woman, unless she\u2019s targeting a calorie deficit for weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_to_eat_1200_or_1500_calories_a_day\"><\/span><strong>Is it better to eat 1,200 or 1,500 calories a day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 1,500-calorie diet is usually better than a 1,200-calorie one. Remember that 1,200 kcal is the least amount of calories that adult women are generally recommended to eat unless under medical supervision. This is an incredibly small number of calories and most women will end up feeling hungry while following it. Rather than consuming a 1,200-kcal diet, eat more and endeavor to workout more. In this way, you remain satiated while actively working toward your goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_exercise_burns_1500_calories\"><\/span><strong>What exercise burns 1,500 calories?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re unlikely to burn 1500 calories at one time. Exercises such as running, jumping rope, playing handball, and fast roller skating tend to burn the most calories, generally around 250-500 calories per 30 minutes\u00a0 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/diet-and-weight-loss\/calories-burned-in-30-minutes-for-people-of-three-different-weights\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=1500_Calorie_Diet_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been curious about trying a 1,500-calorie diet for weight loss, then by all means, feel free to give it a try today if it meets your requirements. As mentioned above, as long as this diet falls within the 500 to 750\/1,000 kcal deficit, you\u2019ll likely see those weight loss results that you desire. However, if this deficit creates too large a deficit, then don\u2019t attempt it &#8211; just like eating too much, eating too little only works against your weight loss goals. Talk to your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian to get individualized advice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Of all the low-calorie weight loss diets, the 1,500-calorie diet is perhaps the second most popular eating plan, right after the 1,200-calorie meal plan.\u00a0 As with many such weight loss plans, some people believe that the 1,500-calorie diet meal plan is the perfect recipe for weight loss, while some believe it\u2019s too little and may [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28,"featured_media":71477,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[67],"tags":[],"coauthors":[108,87],"class_list":["post-3346","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diets"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>1500 Calorie Diet For A Blistering Weight Loss Effect: Is It Worth It? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you curious about the effects of the \u2605 1500 CALORIE DIET \u27a4? 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Johnson\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/eb8a89329b523a5aae726ac72e4c4863\"},\"headline\":\"1500 Calorie Diet For A Blistering Weight Loss Effect: Is It Worth It?\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-03-14T10:55:44+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/\"},\"wordCount\":1897,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-diet\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/465-1500-calorie-diet.png\",\"articleSection\":[\"Diets\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Of all the low-calorie weight loss diets, the 1,500-calorie diet is perhaps the second most popular eating plan, right after the 1,200-calorie meal plan.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">As with many such weight loss plans, some people believe that the 1,500-calorie diet meal plan is the perfect recipe for <\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hiking-vs-running\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">, while some believe it\u2019s too little and may not help you reach your desired weight loss goals.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">So who\u2019s right? Read on to find out more about this eating plan, what to eat, and how to utilize it for weight loss without risking your health.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Is a 1,500-Calorie Diet Meal Plan and Why Should You Choose It?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">As the name suggests, this is a diet plan that caps off your daily food energy intake at approximately 1,500 calories.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Most people choose such a meal plan because consuming 1,500 calories creates a deficit from their regular diet, which can help them lose some weight.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">For years, the recommended calorie deficit for weight loss has been a deficit of 500 to 1000 kcal per day (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3447534\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). 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