South China Morning Post BusinessCNfinanceAug 25, 2026, 3:41 AMImpact 32.76

Chinese woman, 31, faces lifelong walking issues after water-only diet cuts 20kg in weeks

A woman from central China undertook a fasting regimen for half a month and lost 20kg, but ultimately suffered from a serious brain disorder from which she may never fully recover. The 31-year-old woman from Henan province, who wishes to remain anonymous, was recently reported by local media to have developed walking difficulties and memory deterioration after consuming nothing but water for 15 consecutive days. Standing at 160 cm tall, the woman, previously weighing 70kg, managed to shed 20kg...