# Steady 1 kg weekly loss better than 5 kg in week

2026-08-09T09:43:36+00:00 | Health & Science | Indian Opinion Desk

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Losing 5 kg in a single week, as promised by extreme diets, is mostly water weight and not actual fat, NDTV reports. The article advises aiming for a steady loss of 1 kg per week instead. Such rapid drops are unsustainable and often lead to quick regain.

## Coverage

- ndtv.com <https://www.ndtv.com/health/how-to-lose-your-first-5-kgs-fast-and-what-to-do-next-11884986>

Tags: diet myths, health tips, sustainable fitness, water weight, weight loss
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