if you can keep it up counting calories is a pretty good way to lose weight. it can be tough for some people to stick to over time. however one of the things i like about counting calories is it makes you more aware of portion sizes. then even if you stop counting calories you have a better idea of what a "normal" portion size is. portion size is one of our biggest enemies today when it comes to weight control. a thousand calories a day may be a bit on the low side. generally we don't recommend people go below 1 200 calories per day because that may not give you the energy you need to get throughout the day. exercise is such an important part of any weight loss plan. and it could be tough getting through a normal day and exercising when you're consuming so few calories. you also run the risk of not getting enough of the daily vitamins and minerals you need. make sure you're eating plenty of fruits and vegetables and lean proteins (lean meat chicken low-fat dairy or beans) to get the nutrients you need each day.
is counting calories the way to lose weight?