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weight gain and PMS

yidchick
yidchick Posts: 1
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Is it normal to be 1lb heavier a few days before your period starts? Thanks..:smile:

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  • jessilea53
    jessilea53 Posts: 87 Member
    Yes...I can gain 3-5lbs during the week or so before. I just drink lots of water and try not to eat salty foods during that time. It helps me :)

    Jessica
  • coderchris
    coderchris Posts: 79 Member
    I know that I retain a lot of water before that time of the month. i have heard of some people putting on more than that. I would yes it is normal.
  • LurayneMarie
    LurayneMarie Posts: 342 Member
    yes, bloating and water retention around TOM leads to slight weight gain but will be gone again once its finished :) I usually go up 2-3lbs around that time!! No biggie, its only a temporary gain.
  • Morglem
    Morglem Posts: 377 Member
    I always go up a couple of pounds for about 8 days a month (before/during/after TOM). :(
  • Ilovedrinkingtea
    Ilovedrinkingtea Posts: 597 Member
    Definitely heavier just before and during and just after!!! It varies between 2-3 pounds heavier for me. And I have practically no loss during that week either!!! Grr!!! xx
  • JennsLosing
    JennsLosing Posts: 1,026
    yeah im currently on it, and ive gained 4 pounds. but i just took my measurements and ive lost another inch around my belly ; )
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