Losing 5.5 kg (12 pounds) in just three days may sound appealing to those seeking rapid weight loss, but it’s important to understand how such extreme results are achieved—and why they come with significant health risks.

While these drastic methods might deliver quick results, they are neither sustainable nor healthy in the long term. Let’s break down how this type of weight loss happens and why it’s not a safe or recommended approach.

What It Is: Using diuretics, cutting sodium, or dehydrating the body to shed water weight.
Why It Works: This causes the body to lose water rapidly, which shows up as weight loss on the scale.

Reality Check: This is not true fat loss. Dehydration can lead to serious health issues like kidney damage, dizziness, and electrolyte imbalances. Read more below