Introduction: Let’s Be Real for a Second

If you’re here, you’re probably thinking:
“I don’t care if it’s healthy. I just want the scale to go down. Fast.”

I get it.
Maybe you have an event.
Maybe winter hit hard in Canada and the comfort food won.
Maybe you just want results now, not in 3 months.

So let me be clear with you, like a friend would be:

 Yes, the scale can drop by 5kg in 2 weeks.
 No, it’s not 5kg of fat.
 Most of it is water, carbs, and digestion weight.

And that’s exactly how people do it.

What “Losing 5kg” Really Means in 14 Days

To lose 5kg of pure fat, you’d need a calorie deficit so extreme it would be dangerous. That’s not what actually happens.

What happens instead:

• You empty glycogen (stored carbs)
• Glycogen holds water → water drops fast
• You reduce salt → more water loss
• You eat less → less food in your system

That’s why the scale moves fast.

And yes, it works short term.

The Fastest Ways People Drop Weight (No Sugarcoating)

1. Cutting Carbs Hard (This Is the Big One)

Carbs hold water.
When you cut them, your body releases that water.

This is why people in Canada who stop:

• bread
• pasta
• rice
• sugar
• pastries
• soda

…lose 2–4kg in the first week alone.

Not fat.
Water.

But the scale doesn’t care.

2. Eating Very Simple, Very Boring Food

People who lose weight fast don’t eat “fun” meals.

They eat:

• eggs
• chicken
• fish
• vegetables
• soup
• yogurt

No sauces.
No snacks.
No late-night eating.

Is it enjoyable? No.
Is it effective? Yes.

 3. Drinking a Lot of Water (Ironically)

When you drink more water:

• your body holds less water
• sodium flushes out
• bloating drops

This is especially important in Canada where packaged food is high in salt.

Many people mistake dehydration for fat.

4. Sweating (Temporary but Real)

Let’s be honest.

• long walks in layers
• sauna
• hot showers
• cardio

You sweat → scale goes down.

Is it permanent? No.
Is it real weight loss on the scale? Yes.

That’s why fighters and athletes use it.

5. Eating Once or Twice a Day

People doing fast drops usually:

• skip breakfast
• eat late lunch
• light dinner

Not magic.
Just less food entering the system.

Fast Weight Loss Feels Addictive (The Psychological Trap)

Fast weight loss hits the brain hard.

The moment you step on the scale and see –2 kg, –3 kg, –5 kg, your brain lights up. Dopamine kicks in. That’s the same reward system involved in social media likes, gambling, and even certain addictions.

Your brain doesn’t ask how the weight came off.
It only sees progress.

And progress feels good.

That’s why people get obsessed with the scale. You check it in the morning, then again at night. You replay the number in your head all day. You start thinking:
“If I lost this much in one week, imagine what happens if I push harder.”

That’s where the trap begins.

Fast weight loss gives instant validation, especially if you’ve struggled for a long time. Maybe people start commenting. Maybe your clothes feel looser. Maybe you finally feel in control. That emotional reward is powerful, especially during long Canadian winters when motivation is already low and comfort eating is high.

But here’s the problem.

The brain quickly raises the bar.

What felt amazing the first week feels normal the second week. Now you want more. You eat less. You move more. You cut more food groups. The scale slows down (because it always does), and frustration hits hard.

When the scale goes up again — even a little — the emotional crash is real. People don’t think, “Oh, that’s just water coming back.” They think, “I failed.” And that feeling often pushes them into extremes: restriction, bingeing, or giving up completely.

This is why fast weight loss can feel addictive. Not because the method is magical, but because the feedback is immediate. Slow fat loss doesn’t give that rush. It’s quiet. It’s boring. And the human brain hates boring.

Understanding this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t ever lose weight fast. It means you should know what game you’re playing. If you treat fast weight loss as a short-term reset or motivation boost, it can be useful. If you treat it as proof that you “found the secret,” it usually backfires.

The scale is a tool, not a judge. And the feeling of control you get from fast loss doesn’t come from the number — it comes from the actions. That’s the part worth keeping.

Why This Works Better in Canada

Living in Canada changes things:

• Cold weather → heavier meals
• More bread, cheese, soups
• Less movement in winter
• More sodium intake

When you cut:

• carbs
• salt
• portions

The body reacts fast.

That’s why Canadians often see dramatic short-term drops.

What You MUST Avoid (Seriously)

Even if you don’t care about “healthy,” don’t do this:

•  No laxatives
•  No vomiting
•  No starvation for days
•  No extreme dehydration
•  No diet pills from random websites

Those don’t just drop weight — they mess you up.

Fast weight loss is one thing.
Self-damage is another.

The Mental Trap After 2 Weeks

Here’s the part nobody talks about.

After 2 weeks:

• carbs come back
• water comes back
• scale goes up

This doesn’t mean you failed.

It means:
 You lost temporary weight
 Not permanent fat

That’s why smart people use this phase as:

• a reset
• motivation
• a starting point

Not a lifestyle.

If You Want to Keep Some of the Loss

After the 2 weeks:

• add carbs slowly
• keep walking daily
• keep protein high
• don’t binge

This helps keep part of the drop, not all of it.

Fast weight loss can be useful as a reset or a motivation boost, but it’s not meant to be a long-term lifestyle. Once the two weeks are over, the smartest move is to transition into a way of eating that actually works in real life — especially in Canada, where seasons and food habits matter. If you want a more sustainable approach that supports weight loss and heart health, you can read my full guide here:
Best Mediterranean Diet in Canada: Healthy Eating for Weight Loss & Heart Health

Final Truth

Yes, you can lose 5kg in 2 weeks.
No, it’s not magic.
No, it’s not all fat.

But if what you want is:

• a lower number on the scale
• a tighter feeling body
• less bloating
• fast visible change

Then now you understand how people actually do it.

Just don’t lie to yourself about what it really is.

When progress slows down, confidence usually takes the biggest hit. One day the scale is dropping fast, and the next day it barely moves — or even goes up. In Canada, this feeling is even stronger during long winters, when motivation is low and comfort habits are everywhere. If you find yourself doubting the process or losing confidence when results slow down, this can help you reset your mindset:

Stay Confident When Progress Feels Slow | Motivation in Canada