How to Lose 12 lbs

Ready to lose weight and feel your best? If you want to lose 12 lbss, you'll need to make minor lifestyle changes. More important than quick results is choosing a healthy, sustainable approach—one that supports your body, fits your life, and helps you feel stronger and more energized along the way

Make daily tweaks with minimal disruption—like adding a vegetable to at least one meal each day, cutting back on late-night snacking, and keeping a food log

A safe rate of weight loss is generally 1–2 lbs per week. While the timeline can vary, you can expect to lose 11–25 lbs in 5–12 weeks

• Starting weight: People with a higher starting weight tend to lose weight more easily.
• Caloric deficit: The greater the caloric deficit, the faster the weight loss.
• Physical activity: Regular physical activity may not directly cause weight loss, but it can encourage other healthy habits that impact weight loss.
• Metabolism: If you have a history of insulin resistance, prediabetes, or type 2 diabetes, you may have a more difficult time losing weight.
• Consistency and sustainability: Consistent and sustainable habit changes make it more likely to keep the weight off long term.