Regardless of the time frame, healthy weight loss of any kind requires a reduction of 3,500 calories to lose 1 pound. This is done by creating a negative energy balance either by dietary intake, increased physical activity, or a combination of both. A steady diet of low-fat, low-calorie food with exercise of 30 to 60 minutes in duration could quite possibly lead to weight reduction in one day.
Tips and Warnings
- Consult a registered dietitian who can place you on a precise diet with caloric intake specific to your needs.
References
- Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook, 3rd ed.; Nancy Clark; 2004
- Weight Reduction: Fasting Versus a Ketogenic Diet; Nutrition Reviews 24(5); 133-134; 1996
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