? For the Ladies regarding T.O.M maybe TMi

[cheers2you]

I was just wondering if you ever experienced irregular menstral cycles since you started the atkins diet? Mine is usually clockwork, but the last few months the time span on them varies. They also seem to be more heavier. I thought perhaps its the way Im eating that is throwing the whole thing off?

(cant believe I asked this)

[eclectikat]

I did experience some imbalance in my cycle also. I started full force atkins at the end of March. I just got over my cycle...the other day and this one which I consider my september run... was back to normal. My flow was as it was, the duration was back to the way it was... the frigin cramps where just like I remembered... I suspect that the months in between were unbalanced because of the shock my body was feelin because of the initial weightloss....so almost 5 months I was off kilter, definitely heavier flow, weird PMS symptoms and wacky schedule... I will repose when TOM hits again to verify that I am back on track... I hope this is what is the case with you too... all I can say... is don't leave home without " being prepared!"

Be well

Kathy

[~sassy1~]

Funny someone actually wrote about this.. because I'm sure lots of women have wondered and just not said anything.. like myself. My monthly also went wacky after starting Atkins, and I guessed it was the changes my body was undergoing.

Like Kathy, I to am "Always" prepared. Hahaha No pun intended

[missnikki217]

This may be TMI too, but you asked hehe

I've been on the pill for many years now, and so my cycles were like clockwork to begin with. Always the 5th or 6th pill on the last row of pills, I would start.

The first TOM to come after being on Atkins started then, but lasted for days and was HEAVY!!!! I usually only go 2-3 days, but with Atkins, I go from Thurs to Sun or Mon the following week.

Then the second TOM to come, I start moving up it seems, and I start on the 4th pill of the week. And as weight loss continues, the 3rd pill. But its always HEAVY, and I've never had heavy.

How are your cramps? Mine seem to start the week before, and they are more intense. I dont know if thats because I'm dispelling my "cushion" and I can actually feel them, or what...

[Razzle39]

You are not alone in the asking! yes the Atkins lifestyle can create some menstrual changes. Its not usually something that lasts more than a few months. Always report changes to your GYN as there can be many causes.

Check out this link:
irregular periods?

[Bikini Bound]

My first TOM since starting Atkins last month was a whole 7 days late. I could only WISH that it lasted just 3-4 days. I'm usually 6 days and very heavy

[Momma2threegirls]

I have ays been clockwork too. my first two cycle were different. Now I am clockwork again.

[cheers2you]

Thank you all! I have been blessed in the past with having light periods. It was weird because I always had quite heavy cycles but after having my first daughter it lighted up tremendously.
My cramps are those dull, lower back deals. My energy level slows down too, which is not good when you have an eight month old that is into everything and wanting to try walking already. *eek* Im a walking worry wart.
Anyways...

I had a tubal ligation with my last child (Dec 2007) so I figured with that and my way of eating I really through my body through a loop. lol

Thank you for all your replies.

[lowcarbmommy]

I am so glad to hear all of this because I thought i was going crazy. I have been doing atkins since July. Last month TOM came 6 days early. Still waiting for it this month and I am now 8 days late!

[Dimple_Flirt]

Yep, me too. I became irregular while on the diet and also experienced a bit of hair loss with the weight loss. It came back in though.