Retaining water

[elizabeth1234 0]

I had gastric bypass in December of 2020... even since then, I’ve noticed I don’t pee as much as I should ... I drink at least 80 ounces or more of Water per day, and I work out, so some does come out sweeting.. anyone else?

[lizonaplane 1,612]

10 hours ago, elizabeth1234 said:

I had gastric bypass in December of 2020... even since then, I’ve noticed I don’t pee as much as I should ... I drink at least 80 ounces or more of Water per day, and I work out, so some does come out sweeting.. anyone else?

I just saw another post yesterday that people are peeing less after they lose weight, possibly because their smaller stomachs aren't pressing on their bladders as much. If your urine is not bright/dark yellow and is straw colored or almost clear, you are probably fine. Another thing to consider is how much sodium is in your diet. More salt could cause you to retain Water. Also, if you used to have a lot of caffeine or artificial sweeteners or tea or alcohol and no longer do, those all cause more peeing for various reasons, so that could be why you are peeing less.

[elizabeth1234 0]

Thank you! That makes sense!

[Maisey 260]

I've commented on other posts on this topic. Most days I drink 120 oz. or more. I do not work in AC so I drink 2 52 oz. mugs at work each day plus whatever "extra" I drink. I find myself peeing less frequently than before weight loss (I am a believer in that I now have less pressure on my bladder.) There is less urge. But when there is an urge, I void what seems to be a lot.

[Lisa LoVuolo 63]

I drink Water all day.

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