Sodium intake :(

tehwhoaman

Does taking in too much sodium only retain water weight? Or will it actually help you gain weight (aside from the water it's retaining). All opinions would be appreciated.

hpsnickers1

It won't make you gain fat. It will only retain water which will show as a weight increase on the scale

greeneyed84

It won't make you gain actual weight, just retain more water. BUT having a high sodium intake is not good for your body, especially your heart

Shadow611

I have not ever heard of it helping anyone gain weight. However to much can really lead to alot of bad problems with your heart. if you are thinking of increasing your sodium intake I highlyu suggest having your heart checked before increasing it and have it cheacked regularly. I had a friend that had 2 hart attacks because she started the sodium diet to try and lose wheight. She also now has a small hole in the left ventrical and I know she reegrets it. Just something to think about.

shaunshaikh

It does not affect fat loss, but will cause you go gain water weight and feel/look bloated.

tehwhoaman

Not trying to take in too much sodium, but it's hard to keep under the goal. I have no problems meeting my Calorie Goal. The sodium porition of it is going to be a challenge for me though.