How many calories should I eat if I burn 500 a day?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2024 Harvard Health study, combining a moderate calorie deficit with regular exercise is highly effective for sustainable weight loss. To determine how many calories you should eat if you burn 500 daily, you must first calculate your baseline energy needs.