I would like some suggestions regarding water retention. I do retain
during "that time" of the month, and I am noticing that the more
weight I lose, the more I retain water. I'm consistently drinking
water and 1 cup of unsweetened red clover tea per day. Water
consumption is up to about 6) .5 liter bottles daily. This morning I
have apparently shed water weight but my rings still feel snug. I am
wondering if the altitude and dryness of the air is going to have an
effect on water retention. I typically eat home prepared (read: not
processed) foods, and my sodium levels are good according to fitday.
Should I be drinking more water, or is this just going to be an
ongoing thing due to the environment in which I live? I never noticed
the retention when I was really heavy, but it becomes more noticable
as I am working on my weight loss goals.

For background about the environment -- I am at over 1 mile high and
the semi-arid climate typically supports humidity levels in the teens.
Very little rainfall, etc. Almost high desert conditions.

Any thoughts welcome.

Ally
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