is losing one pound a month too slow
A weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds a week is the typical recommendation. Although that may seem like a slow pace for weight loss, it's more likely to help you maintain your weight loss for the long term.Remember that 1 pound (0.45 kilogram) of fat contains 3,500 calories.fter the initial two-week period, you transition into the recommended weight loss of 1 or 2 pounds a week, which is not only safe but also realistic and sustainable for the long term. With. Donald Hensrud, M.D. 1  Brown fat. 2  Metabolism and weight.