Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 4 months ago

Can not drinking water cause weight gain?

My dietician keeps telling me to drink more water, but honestly, I don't drink much during the day. Recently, I've noticed a bit of weight gain and I'm wondering if these two things are connected. Could not drinking enough water actually make me gain weight?

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Ananya Sharma Ananya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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Hey, don't stress too much about this. Actually, when you don't drink enough water, your body starts holding onto whatever fluid it has, which can show up as temporary water weight on the scale. Just focus on keeping a small bottle next to you throughout the day and take slow sips.

Kabir Mehta Kabir Mehta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, dehydration can sometimes make you feel hungry when you are actually just thirsty, leading to extra snacking. If your doctor has cleared you for daily exercise, try adding a brisk 30-minute walk to your routine and keep your water intake steady. It really helps keep the metabolism active.

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Manju Tambe Manju Tambe Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I always keep a copper vessel of water overnight and drink it in the morning, which helps my digestion immensely. But if you are experiencing sudden, rapid weight gain alongside swelling in your ankles or face, please don't ignore it and consult a doctor to rule out any internal issues.

Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I used to track every single glass of water because I read somewhere that chronic dehydration messes up your kidney function and slows down metabolism entirely. It's so scary how everything is connected. Try to drink at least 2 liters a day so your mind can rest easy too.

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Ishan Sen Ishan Sen Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Bro, same here, I used to forget drinking water during lectures and noticed I was constantly bloating. Once I started carrying a water bottle to college, the constant bloating went away and I felt much lighter. It's mostly just water retention, don't worry.

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