Weight Loss Timeline: How Quickly Do You Lose Weight? This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. You’ve made the decision to lose weight, and now you want to see results — STAT!

One quick online search or scroll through social media and you'll find an endless amount of weight loss advice. But it's hard to know what's backed by science and what's a waste of your time—or worse, ...

Many factors affect the speed at which a person loses weight, including weight loss method, age, genetics, and more. Aim for gradual weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week, or 5% to 10% body weight ...