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Oct 8, 2025

4 min

Is 1200 calories enough for a 70 year old woman? A guide to safe senior nutrition

According to Dietary Guidelines, women over 71 typically need 1600–2000 calories daily, depending on activity level. So, is 1200 calories enough for a 70 year old woman? For most, this intake is insufficient and can lead to significant health complications, making it a potentially dangerous approach.

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Oct 7, 2025

4 min

Is 1200 calories enough for a 50 year old woman?

For most women, a 1200-calorie diet does not provide enough energy or nutrients to support optimal health and well-being. As women approach and enter menopause, hormonal shifts, a slowing metabolism, and changes in body composition mean caloric needs and nutritional requirements shift, making a dangerously low-calorie diet particularly risky.

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