Net calories and weight loss for small adult women

Question
Hello,

My question pertains to weight loss for small adult women.  I am 5'2", small frame, and weigh 124 pounds. My goal is slow, steady weight loss.  Currently, I consume about 1400 calories a day, and burn about 600 a day through exercise.  I am concerned because that brings my net daily calories to 800, which may be too low for good health.  I see many guidelines on the internet which recommend about 1200 calories a day for women, and am wondering:

1) is that estimate appropriate for a short, small framed woman?

2) does that estimate encompass net or total calories? That is, what net calorie amount should I be aiming for?

Thank you for your help!

Answer
AP,

I usually recommend 1500 calories/day (no less) with exercise.  It is good that you are exercising.  Are you losing weight?  If not, you might consider Bios LIfe Slim.  It is a fiber-based supplement that you drink twice before meals - it is listed in the physician desk reference and has no herbs or stimulants.  Very healthy.  You can learn more by watching this video:

https://rcpt.yousendit.com/646556880/32f2bc4e92f9b9248145762475a07481

Email me if you have any questions about Slim.  Thanks and best of luck to you!

Jennifer Birge, RD,CDE
[email protected]
www.bioslifeslim.com/jenbirge

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