Hi, everyone. I started on the atkins diet a week ago and all seems to be going well except that I am so thirsty all the time. I am drinking plenty of water, I'd say a bit more more than a gallon a day, though tomorrow I will make sure I measure the exact amount I am drinking per day to be sure.
The problem is that I have bouts of extreme thirst and dryness in my mouth, and though I drink and drink it only disappears somewhat...it is much worse at night, when I find myself waking up parched, to drink water I have placed on my nightstand, several times a night.
Is this unusual or a cause for concern? Has anyone else experienced this?
I have looked at many posts that emphasize drinking lots of water, but have not see extreme thirst discussed anywhere.
Besides wanting to lose fifteen more pounds, I am a healthy woman with no physical problems that I know about. Thanks for your response!
Hiding Fox