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The fluctuation of weight during weight loss may be related to factors such as water fluctuations, dietary changes, adjustment of exercise intensity, physiological cycles, and intestinal dysfunction, and specific reasons need to be analyzed.

1. Water fluctuation

Short term weight changes are often caused by water retention or loss. High salt diet and large amount of drinking water after exercise may lead to retention of water and sodium, and weight increase of 1-3 kg; On the contrary, a low-carbon diet in the early stages will accelerate water excretion, manifested as rapid weight loss. It is recommended to measure weight at a fixed time every day and maintain a balanced amount of water intake.

2. Dietary changes

Overeating or sudden intake of high carbohydrate foods can increase glycogen reserves, with 3-4 grams of water per gram of glycogen binding, leading to weight gain. And strict control of glycogen consumption after eating leads to a decrease in water content. It is recommended to gradually adjust the diet structure to avoid the alternation of overeating and extreme dieting.

3. Exercise intensity

Mild inflammation of muscles after intense exercise may cause temporary edema, and muscle fiber repair after strength training can also increase muscle water storage. It is recommended to maintain regular exercise, supplement electrolytes appropriately after exercise, and avoid frequent adjustments to exercise plans in the short term.

4. Physiological cycle

Premenstrual hormone changes in women will lead to water and sodium retention. The weight before menstruation may increase by 1-2 kg, and it will recover after menstruation. This periodic fluctuation is a normal phenomenon, and the trend of weight changes can be predicted by recording the menstrual cycle.

5. Intestinal function

constipation or diarrhea can affect the amount of food residue excreted, causing short-term differences on the body surface. It is recommended to increase dietary fiber intake, and if necessary, follow the doctor's advice to use probiotics triple active capsules, lactulose oral solution, etc. to regulate intestinal function.

It is recommended to maintain the habit of recording weight, measure 2-3 times a week at a fixed time, and take the average to observe the trend. Choose low glycemic index foods such as oats and broccoli in your diet, and avoid heavy flavored foods. The exercise recommendation is to combine aerobic and strength training, gradually increasing the intensity. If accompanied by obvious edema, abnormal bowel movements, or irregular fluctuations lasting for more than two weeks, pathological factors such as thyroid dysfunction and polycystic ovary syndrome should be investigated.