Even though someone on the 500-calorie diet is eating less, the cost per pound of food can be higher than on other diets. The cost of meal replacement foods, such as SlimFast, can be much more ...

Take the calories out of comfort and chow down on these tasty recipes. Each of these meals provides 500 kcals or less. Everyone's calorie needs differ, so use our handy calculator to find out how ...

3. Cook a Gourmet Meal Together (3 Hours = 500 Calories) Cooking together is one of the best bonding activities. The light movements of chopping, stirring, and plating actually burn calories!