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Woman lost weight gradually over five years

indianexpress.com · 16 October 2026
Woman lost weight gradually over five years
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Becky, a mother, shared her five-year journey on social media, reducing her weight from 73 kg to 47 kg.

Dietitian and fitness expert Garima Goyal noted the significance of the time taken, contrasting it with faster transformations often seen online. Losing roughly 5 kg annually allows for building lasting habits instead of relying on strict diets, Goyal explained. A longer timeline supports focusing on nutrition, creating a calorie deficit while ensuring sufficient protein, fibre, and micronutrients.

This approach is especially useful for people balancing family, work, and daily life, because flexible eating habits are easier to maintain long-term than restrictive ones. Goyal also emphasized the importance of preserving muscle mass during weight loss through resistance training and adequate protein intake. She cautioned that 47 kg may not be a healthy weight for all women, as ideal weight depends on individual factors like height and body composition.

Ultimately, Goyal stated that Becky’s transformation shows how small, consistent changes can lead to substantial results over time, making healthy habits a permanent part of life.

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