How much weight will I lose on a 10-day water fast?

Answer by  evilpeter29 (15)

You can probably count on losing about 5 of 6 pounds over 10 days. Of course, it depends on how much physical activity you do over that time.

Answer by  lonelywolf (2117)

This is a very dangerous way of losing weight. You might be able to lose 10-12 pounds, but you will lose a lot of muscle (and you could die).

Answer by  John (9008)

This is an incredibly unhealthy idea. The amount of weight that you will lose depends upon your body type, but it will be less than you might expect as your body enters starvation mode. Much of what is lost will actually be muscle, and the loss will not be permanent.

Answer by  moonzi (286)

It depends on factors, like your body type and current weight. If you're a small framed individual who is 10-30 lbs overweight, you may just lose 10 lbs or less. If you're a large framed individual who is more than 30 lbs overweight, you may lose up to 20 lbs.

Answer by  meridian (466)

You may lose up to 10 pounds or even more, but most of it will be water weight, which will come back on when you begin to eat normally again.