F40 205 5’4
I have fasted 4 of the last 5 days for 17h each day. Feeling really well except for fluid retention. I am very sore and swollen in my ankles and knees. I have kept water intake to minimum of 3 litres each day. Jumped in the scale this morning and I have lost just under 1 pound. I am not overly concerned about the number in the scale but the pain from the retained fluid is quite bad. Does anyone have any advice on how to move the fluid along faster?
Just my 2 cents, and I’m not a physician so take it with a grain of salt:
I can’t eat fast food or MSG without bloating up, I have ditched most convenience foods because my weight was fluctuating so much.
If your legs are a particular problem and you are on your feet all day (especially a job where you have to stand in one place) consider wearing compression stocking. In general walking is good for getting fluid moving from your legs so have a look at your steps.
If none of that is shifting it you may have to see your doctor to make sure you don’t have underlying heart problems.