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How many days do you retain after a massive sodium meal?!

CarolynKlum
CarolynKlum Posts: 48
edited November 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I was down to 145.6 (FINALLY) on Saturday morning and had a late night out with friends involving lots of Sushi (soy sauce) and peanuts (I know, weird combination...whatever) and I cannot seem to get back down to 145 again. I am stuck back at 148. Is it possible I really gained three pounds from that night?! I ran about 12 miles the next day, and my pedometer told me I burned 1400 calories. What gives? I can never have any type of meal that isn't carrots again without gaining?!?!?!?

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  • lovinmysoldier
    lovinmysoldier Posts: 156 Member
    For me typically no more than 1-2 days. Drink lots of water to help move it out and it should come off pretty quick.
  • Zichu
    Zichu Posts: 542 Member
    It could be that you have retained water due to an increase in sodium. It will go over time, so don't get obsessed about it.

    Soy Sauce has a lot of sodium in it, depending on which type you decide to have. If I am ever using Soy Sauce, I use the Reduced Salt version, it's like half the amount of sodium, even then, I don't use a lot.

    Also, if the peanuts were salted, which if they are, are usually coated in the stuff, that would be why. If you are having a craving for nuts, try and find some nuts without any salt. I know you said you went out with friends on the night, but try and bring a bag of salt free nuts or something lol. Bring your own soy sauce if you have to >.<
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