Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

[Keith48]

I have been sick the last week with a very bad cold - congestion, runny nose, and very sore throat. That has kept me from getting anywhere close to my water goals each day. I am just not thirsty and it really hurts to swallow. I am fairly certain that is what has happened because nothing else has changed. I am still working out when I can, though not as much the last few days, and my carb intake has been from 16-21 carbs every day, including my vegetables and salads as required. Pure water has only been 3-4 cups for the last few days, though.

I read where Dr. Atkins stressed water intake in his book, and now I see why. It plays a very important role.

Does that make sense? Any other thoughts?

[Georgiana]

Re: Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

Are you taking any medication?

[2big4mysize]

Re: Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

since it hurts to swallow make some popcycles with your water and lick your way through your water. the cold will help numb your painful throat too.

hope you are feeling better.

if you are on any antibiotics they can cause fluid rention weight gain too and some can cause you to over eat cause they mess with blood gluocse.

[Keith48]

Re: Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

I take Lisinopril and Metformin.

[Desertthorn]

Re: Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

Sorry your feeling poorly. I like 2bigs suggestion on popcycles, and even just sucking on ice might help or ice water

Feel better

[poobears1972]

Re: Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

I know it hurts to swallow but forcing down water will actually heal your throat faster. It will keep all the mucus and gunk thinned out so it doesn't get dry and hurt. Also your body needs it to fight off whatever virus you have. I've found after I force myself to drink quite a bit it doesn't hurt nearly as much and I can continue to down my water. I chug water all the time wether on Atkins or not.

I'm also on Lisinopril.

[Keith48]

Re: Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

I made my 8 cups today and kept going. I am at about 10 now, but I am forcing it down!

[imagood1]

Re: Only 2 pounds in last 9 days, and I know why!

I made my 8 cups today and kept going. I am at about 10 now, but I am forcing it down!

Good for you getting your water in Keith -- once you get your 8 glasses of pure water in for the day you could have a cup of herbal tea to help your throat feel better. Also, are you drinking ice water or room temperature water? I find even with a sore throat the colder the water the easier it goes down.

Hope you are feeling better real soon! I take metformin (and other meds) and find it slower to loose than when I wasn't taking it. When you start feeling better add more exercise and you'll be fine.