Ritu Verma Ritu Verma Asked 10 months ago

How much weight gain during menstruation?

Every month around my period, I notice the scale going up by a kilo or so. Is this water retention or actual weight gain? How much weight gain is common during menstruation?

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Sonam Kapoor Sonam Kapoor Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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Oh god, just last month I felt so bloated and heavy right before my period! It's mostly water retention, like 1-2 kgs, and it usually goes away after a few days. Don't freak out, it's very common!

Meena Sharma Meena Sharma Joined Jan 2026 10 months ago

Haan na, period se pehle thoda weight badhta hi hai. Mostly paani ruk jaata hai body mein. Mere saath bhi hota hai 1-2 kilo upar neeche. Tension mat lo, after period it settles down. Normal hai bilkul.

Shruti Kulkarni Shruti Kulkarni Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

For many, it's just water retention. But if you have PCOS, like me, hormonal fluctuations can sometimes make it feel more significant or last longer. It's best to observe your own body patterns and perhaps discuss it with a gynaecologist if it's causing discomfort or concern. Everyone's different.

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Kiran Rao Kiran Rao Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Weight gain during period? My body just adds an extra layer of 'nope, don't talk to me' during that time, including a kilo or two of water. Plus the cravings don't help! It's annoying but super normal.

Ria Singh Ria Singh Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Most women experience some temporary weight gain, usually around 1 to 3 kgs, due to hormonal changes causing water retention. It's totally normal and temporary. Try to stay hydrated and avoid too much salty food during that time, it might help a little.

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Gita Sharma Gita Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For me, during menstruation, my sugar cravings go through the roof, which makes weight gain a real concern because of my diabetes. So, I have to be extra careful with what I eat then. It's usually water weight, but unhealthy eating can add more. Try to snack on fruits instead of sweets.

Ananya Desai Ananya Desai Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Dude, totally relate! Every month before my period I feel so puffy and my jeans feel tighter. It's usually a kilo or two, just water retention. Don't stress, it's normal and goes away once the period starts properly.

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