Rapid weight loss is considered to be losing more than 2 pounds a week over several weeks. Generally, to lose weight this quickly requires that you eat very few calories.

Rapid weight loss diets can be problematic. On the other hand, there are times that they may be necessary. Very low-calorie diets are the most common method of losing weight rapidly. People who are obese and need to lose weight quickly for a specific reason can benefit from this approach. A person with a body mass index above 30 who is needing to have surgery may benefit greatly from losing weight rapidly.

These programs should be doctor-supervised and should only be done for several weeks. When done in this fashion, the meals are nutritionally balanced and will keep the person more healthy than other options can. Very low-calorie diets can help people lose 15% to 25% of their body weight in as little as 12 weeks. The major problem with these diets is that most people will put the weight back on when they stop the diet.

Most people who try for rapid weight loss will do it on their own. They will do this so that they can look great for a special occasion or to look good at the beach.

Rapid and unexplained weight loss when a person is not trying to lose weight can be a symptom of a serious health concern. This can be an indicator of cancer or diabetes. Weight loss of 10 or more pounds over a six to twelve-month time period without specific diet, exercise, or lifestyle changes is considered to be unexplained.

This kind of weight loss is cause for concern and may indicate a serious physical or mental health condition. It is important to get medical attention if you are experiencing this. 

Rapid weight loss can indicate serious health concerns. Some things that can indicate an underlying condition are:

1. You are always thirsty and need to use the bathroom frequently and feel fatigued. This can be an indication of diabetes.
2. If you crave salty foods and still lose weight can indicate Addison’s disease.
3. You are losing hair, have a rapid heartbeat, and are still hungry can be an indication of hyperthyroidism.
4. If you have a burning sensation in your stomach. There are a number of issues this could indicate, with ulcers being common.
5. Your joints are warm, tender, or swollen may be an indication of an autoimmune condition.
6. You have blood in your urine, coughing, or symptoms of cancer.
7. Constant nausea is often associated with mental health disorders and rapid weight loss.
8. Skin rashes with weight loss can indicate anemia or celiac disease.
9. Stomach pains, nausea, and vomiting can be an indicator of a number of concerns.
10. Weight loss accompanied by chest pain and cough can indicate tuberculosis.
11. Pain in your bones with weight loss can indicate a loss of calcium in the bones.

These are health concerns that indicate that medical help is needed. Talking with a doctor who works with weight loss will have a great deal of learning and experience in dealing with conditions related to rapid weight loss.

OmniLife Wellness in Frisco, TX has a team of leading healthcare professionals who understand obesity, weight loss, and weight control. To find out more about our treatments, call us today to schedule your appointment. We are conveniently located at 8380 Warren Pkwy #100 Frisco TX 75034. We serve clients from Frisco TX, Allen TX, Prosper TX, Addison TX, Plano TX, and Colony TX.