Question:
Does anyone have any ideas on a weight gain of 4 poundss?

I am 15 weeks post op. I have lost about 70 pounds or so. The plateaus are just killing me. However this week I have gained about 4 pounds. I am also retaining fluids as my ankles seem a bit swollen. Should I worry about this or just drink MORE water?    — Michele H. (posted on March 2, 2001)

March 2, 2001
A couple of weeks ago, I had my first gain, and I was terrified. After I thought about what I had been eating, I realized that I had been craving salty stuff, and that was probably the reason for my gain. I weigh every week, so the following week, I really watched my salt intake, drank more water, and exercised more. When I went for my weekly weigh in, not only had I lost the 3lbs that I had gained, but also an additional three pounds. Don't stress about it. You're probably retaining fluid. Also I tend to retain fluid when it's almost time for my monthly.
   — Tracey H.

March 2, 2001
Have you had labs drawn yet? Did you get copies for yourself? How much water are you getting in? 64+ oz? Are you faithfully getting in the 60g+ of predigested protein supplement?
   — vitalady

March 2, 2001
Water retention? Weight gain? When is your period?
   — [Anonymous]

March 2, 2001
Are you weighing first thing in the morning before eating or drinking anything. Because, I weigh about 4 pounds more at night than in the morning. If you are working the plan, I wouldn't worry yet.
   — Cindy H.

March 3, 2001
I agree with Tracey- haw is your salt intake. I know there are times I crave salt and then I retain water. Try cutting back on the salt if you are eating alot and drinking more water.
   — M B.