weight gain during period???

romsmom101
romsmom101 Posts: 19
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anyone else suddently see a few pounds bounce back on???

PLEASE tell me they will bounce back off again........:explode:

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  • xsmilexforxmex
    xsmilexforxmex Posts: 1,216 Member
    yep, 5-10 lbs every damn time
  • lisaabenjamin
    lisaabenjamin Posts: 665 Member
    Yup, don't worry, totes normal. Weight loss isn't linear - some days you'll go up, some days you'll go down, but as long as the overall trend is down, you're golden.
  • amyfullbrook
    amyfullbrook Posts: 97 Member
    Yes, yes yes. This is so normal so don't worry. I always gain about 4lbs on the first day of my period then it levels out again :)
  • AstorMiles
    AstorMiles Posts: 88 Member
    I always gain at least two pounds during my period, and sometimes a lot more depending on the extent to which I yield to the monster cravings for carbohydrates and sodium-rich foods. It's perfectly normal and the weight does go away most of the time (it's mostly water), but that doesn't mean it's not frustrating!

    One thing that seems to help me is to keep up with exercise, even if it's just gentle stuff. It's usually the last thing I want to do during period days, but I'm always glad afterwards because it really helps with cramps and cravings. I still gain a bit of water weight no matter what, but the exercise really helps me feel better.

    Hope that helps!
  • Lissieyo
    Lissieyo Posts: 29 Member
    4-5lbs…stay off the scales during that time :)
  • romsmom101
    romsmom101 Posts: 19
    knew i shouldn't have weighed myself this morning!

    haha i'm sure the few cheeky G&Ts i had last night probably didn't help - at least i stayed away from the crisps though! :blushing:
  • Phrick
    Phrick Posts: 2,765 Member
    100% normal.

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