<unk> , in the context of medicine, health, or physical fitness, refers to a reduction of the total body mass, by a mean<unk>  of fluid, body fat (adipose tissue), or lean mass (namely bone mineral deposits, muscle, tendon, and other connective tissue).<unk>  can either occur unintentionally because of malnourishment or an underlying disease, or from a conscious effort to improve an actual or perceived overweight or obese state. "Unexplained"<unk>  that is not caused by reduction in calorific intake or exercise is called cachexia and may be a symptom of a serious medical condition. Intentional<unk>  is commonly referred to as slimming.
Weight loss
Pinkwashing 
Weight management
Sleep hygiene
Kaliuresis
Smoking cessation
Paruresis
Soft diet