I have never payed attention to calories on this diet. I just ask myself "whats the most fattening thing I can eat". I know this sounds crazy but when Im going hardcore on the diet I dont have trouble losing. I messed up today and felt reallllly guilty. Im afraid if will be after Christmas before I can go another long spell without cheating. Only you can answer the ? is this diet for you. What works well for one doesnt guarantee working well for another. From your stats , I cant imagine you being unhealthy. Im 5'4 and to be within my limits I can weigh 120-140.