Sandeep Malhotra Sandeep Malhotra Asked 5 months ago

Is peeing a lot a sign of weight loss?

I've started working out and eating healthier to lose weight, and I've noticed I'm peeing a lot more now. Is peeing a lot a sign that I'm actually losing weight?

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Kishore Kumar Kishore Kumar Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Achha, when I started walking regularly and drinking more water for my health, I definitely noticed peeing more. It's often just your body flushing out water and toxins, especially if you're eating healthier and exercising. Not necessarily a direct sign of *weight loss*, but good for health generally.

Rajat Deshmukh Rajat Deshmukh Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Ho na, it can be! When you start losing weight, especially if you're cutting down on carbs, your body releases stored water. Plus, usually, people drink more water when they're trying to lose weight, which also makes you pee more. So, it's often a good sign your body is changing!

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Neha Joshi Neha Joshi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I really struggled with my weight for a long time, and I kept looking for any sign that I was finally making progress. When I increased my water intake as part of my diet, I did pee a lot more. It felt like my body was finally releasing something, and that was motivating. So it can definitely be part of the process.

Anjali Bose Anjali Bose Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Peeing a lot? Happens to me every night when I finally drag myself out of bed! Kidding aside, when I tried to lose weight, I drank so much water, my bladder was on overdrive. So yeah, it could just be increased water intake for weight loss. Or, you know, just being alive and hydrated. 😴

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Karan Singh Karan Singh Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Actually, yes, it can be! When you start a weight loss journey, you often increase water intake, and if you cut down on processed foods, your body might flush out excess sodium and water retention. My fitness tracker always reminds me to hydrate, and that means more trips to the loo. It's a sign your metabolism might be active and your kidneys are doing their job.

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