I have lost weight but feel rounder....strange

[thunder-thighs]

I'm on my 10th day of induction...doing really well and showing all the symptoms of ketosis - bad breath, tired, thirsty all the time, etc.

I have done really well so far. I had a small cheat on day 7 but I am back on track and I am back in ketosis.

I think that I have lost a little weight (approx 6 lbs) but I just bought a scale a few days ago, so I don't know my *exact* starting weight but I have lost some. The scale hasn't budged since Weds, though.

However, lately, my belly seems to have gotten ROUNDER and BIGGER. Not a huge difference but enough to cause alarm.

Could I possibly be gaining weight or packing on fat?

The only thing that comes to mind is that I might not be exercising enough. I have just been so incredibly tired and can't bring myself to do so. I do walk approx one mile each day (part of my commute to/from work).

Any idea what's going on here?

[Alexa]

Re: I have lost weight but feel rounder....strange

Hi there,

Did you take measurements around your mid-drift? I would recommend it - then you can know whether this is really happening or if it is just your perception. If you measure now you can keep an eye on it.

Could it be TOM bloating? Or constipation (a common occurance in induction)? I'd say drink your water, keep an eye on it (go to the DR if in pain) and wait and see. It is unlikely you are gaining fat if you are following the rules of induction. Exercise would certainly help shift fat, but I don't think not doing it would make you gain unless your were eating an excessive amount.

Let us know how it goes.

[daniejim]

Re: I have lost weight but feel rounder....strange

I agree with Baarb.. maybe constipation.. you say the symptoms of ketosis.. tired?? You shouldn't feel tired after de 1st 3 days.. Are you taking your supplements? Make sure you drink enough water.. remember that keto-breath is normal, yes, but when you drink plenty of water it is almost imperceptible.. remember to take your psyllium husks for constipation and bloating.

[thunder-thighs]

Re: I have lost weight but feel rounder....strange

Thanks for the replies.....it could just be constipation. It has been a while....I did start adding ground flaxseed to my food yesterday.

Measuring is a good idea....I am just scared to find out the circumference of that area! It could be upsetting! I will buy a measuring tape though and give it a try.

Let's see if this problem abates in a few days!

[Alexa]

Re: I have lost weight but feel rounder....strange

I'd measure all over - like neck, chest, ribcage, upper arms, upper thighs, claves, waist, hips, belly etc so you can compare later. It seems scary at first but if the scale isn't moving quite often the inches are and it's good to be able to check that