Tag: Low kilojoule diet

According to the World Health Organization, consuming less than 8,800 kilojoules (kJ) per day is considered a reduced intake for many adults, highlighting the principle behind low kJ diets. A low kJ diet involves restricting your daily energy intake, measured in kilojoules, to create a deficit that encourages weight loss.

In the landmark Minnesota Starvation Experiment, subjects on a severely restricted diet experienced dramatic physical and psychological distress, illustrating the serious risks associated with undereating. This begs the question: What can happen if you consume not enough kilojoules over a prolonged period, and what are the profound, long-term consequences for your health and well-being?