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Will 800 calories a day put you in ketosis?

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According to scientific literature, consuming fewer than 800 calories per day, especially with low carbohydrate intake, can indeed lead to a state of ketosis. This metabolic state is characterized by the body using fat stores for energy instead of glucose. However, a very low-calorie diet of 800 calories a day is not a safe or sustainable approach for most people and must only be undertaken under strict medical supervision.