Thirsty all the time
I know I haven't upped my sodium lately, but since being on Induction (day 6) I've noticed that I'm thirsty all the time. I wasn't this thirsty a week ago before I started low-carbing.
Has anyone else noticed this effect? It does make it easier to drink water, but it's a little odd to me to be this thirsty all the time. I must be drinking 2 - 3 times the amount of water I drank previously (and I was a pretty big water drinker already). |
Hiya,
LC eating is naturally diuretic. Carbs cause you to retain water (and bloat you) so no need for as much intake. Without carbs water passes through a lot quicker...hence the need and the desire to drink more :) Lesley |
You're not alone. I am thirsty all the time. I keep a one liter water bottle on my desk at all times and fill it up 3-5 times each day in about a 10 hour work day. Then when I get home I will allow myself a glass or two of diet rite (no caffiene or aspartime) or Koolaid (sweetened with splenda).
I had recently asked about sports drinks and staying hydrated during strenous excercise while LCing and it was suggested to me that I add 1/4 tbsp of salt to each liter of Koolaid. I don't know if this is any interest to you but I thought that I would pass it on. |
I've always noticed that the more water I drink, the more I feel the need for it. Who knows why, I just drink more!! :D
N. |
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