Is Rapid Weight Loss Dangerous?

Rapid weight loss is an attractive idea for most people who want to lose weight . In fact, wouldn’t it be wonderful if the excess weight could just magically disappear in a heartbeat? We could just show up in front of friends the next day, and they wouldn’t recognize us. Wouldn’t that be great? But at the same time we are constantly hearing that it can be dangerous to lose weight too fast. But, is it really dangerous? The dangers of losing weight fast depend on the person, and on how they lose weight. As long as the person is getting the needed nourishment, losing weight fast is not going to be harmful. But it is quite hard to manage getting in the nourishment one needs without an intake of at least 1000 calories. As a general idea, women should not go any lower than 1000 calories per day, and men should not aim any lower than 1400. Most people will experience rapid weight loss at this level. And, if a person is heavier or taller than the average person, they would lose w...