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Fat burn to health crisis: Rapid weight loss can result in paralysis


Published on 2025-02-20 10:43:17 - Indiatimes
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  • Rapid weight loss can lead to a rare condition known as Slimmer's paralysis, caused by a deficiency of essential B vitamins and other nutrients. This

The article from the Times of India discusses the severe health risks associated with rapid weight loss, particularly focusing on a case where a 32-year-old woman experienced paralysis due to her extreme weight loss methods. The woman, who lost 35 kg in just six months through a combination of a very low-calorie diet and intense exercise, developed a condition known as Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), which led to her paralysis. The article explains that rapid weight loss can lead to nutritional deficiencies, muscle loss, and metabolic imbalances, which can trigger such neurological disorders. It highlights the importance of balanced weight loss strategies, warning against the allure of quick fixes like crash diets and extreme workouts, and emphasizes the need for medical supervision during weight loss to prevent such health crises.

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