What is?

[fordzilla Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close fordzilla]

Water Retention?

and why does it make us gain weight?

I thought that we were made of water and when we drink it we are replenishing ourselves so how does it make us gain weight

and how do you lose water weight and how do you know if it's water weight or just fat fat?

[MrB8 Senior Member Member of the Month Nov 2013 Find all posts View Profile Close MrB8]

Fluid retention (oedema) occurs when fluid isn't removed from the body tissues, including the skin. Causes include the body's reaction to hot weather, a high salt intake, and the hormones associated with the menstrual cycle. Symptoms include swelling of body parts such as feet, hands and ankles, a feeling of stiffness or aching and weight fluctuations. Drinking plenty of water will actually help your kidneys to flush out excess fluid. Fluid retention may be a sign of disease.

Fluid retention | Better Health Channel

[fordzilla Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close fordzilla]

wow I have all these symptoms accept the menstrual cycle

[MrB8 Senior Member Member of the Month Nov 2013 Find all posts View Profile Close MrB8]

wow I have all these symptoms accept the menstrual cycle

See a doctor before making any assumptions.

[fordzilla Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close fordzilla]

will do!

if that happens to be the case I am hoping that I will lose enough water weight to use ye olde chin up bar again :P