Losing weight is a common goal for many individuals, and the desire to shed those unwanted pounds quickly often comes to mind. However, it's important to consider how fast is too fast when it comes to losing weight in a healthy and sustainable manner. We spoke with registered dietitians Tammy Lakatos Shames, RD, CDN, CFT, and Lyssie Lakatos, RD, CDN, CFT, known as The Nutrition Twins®, to understand how much weight you can safely lose in a month.
According to The Nutrition Twins, a safe and healthy rate of weight loss is losing one to two pounds per week, which adds up to four to eight pounds per month. While it is possible to lose more weight in the first month, especially if you have a significant amount of weight to lose or if you are a larger individual, it's not typical or sustainable to maintain such rapid weight loss.
