In many fitness apps, medical waiting room videos, and by certain aliied health professionals, the guidelines are provided for a ‘moderate’ weight loss of 1-2 pounds. This is touted as ‘the healthy way’, ‘the lifestyle change’, ‘the wellness diet’ way to lose weight. It is also commonly proposed to be the moral high road for weight loss. Let’s talk about how your body reponds to ‘moderate’ weight loss attempts and some alternatives that will yield more positive outcomes in your life.