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Is it normal to gain 3 lbs when you get your period!?

Friedabenz
Friedabenz Posts: 3
edited December 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Ok, I have only been doig this for 2 1/2 weeks and so far I have lost about 7 lbs.
Now, I got my period and weight my self this morning and was chocked to find out that I went up 3 lbs!

I know that we retain more water during this time, but 3 LBS?!! that's alot no?

Let me know if you experience the same thing.

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  • clehman71
    clehman71 Posts: 139 Member
    I can vary up to 5 lbs during TOM. I lose it pretty quick after though.
  • tequillarose04
    tequillarose04 Posts: 30 Member
    yup, completely normal...ive gained as much as 7 :( it will all go away, dont let it worry you & my best advice would be to skip the scale that week if seeing the number bothers you & drink lots of water to help with any cravings T-O-M might bring for you
  • M_lifts
    M_lifts Posts: 2,218 Member
    yes! i gain about 2lbs of water weight and it comes off just as quick
  • AzhureSnow
    AzhureSnow Posts: 289 Member
    I've gained as much as 8 pounds in one cycle. It usually drops off rapidly (within 1-2 days) after my period stops. Try not to stress, watch your sodium levels, and try to avoid all those comforting "PMS foods".
  • Paw4awhile
    Paw4awhile Posts: 25
    Yes, I never like weighing myself when I am on as I get very despondent. If think about how bloated you get at this time, it could easily be at least 3lb in fluid.

    Anne
  • Friedabenz
    Friedabenz Posts: 3
    Thanks everyone! I feel a little better now :)
  • oOMusicBabii
    oOMusicBabii Posts: 494
    Absolutely. Most i ever gained during my ToM was 5lbs. Went away withing a few days after end of ToM.
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