Low carb - 3 week stall!

[MrsGloop]

I started Atkins 3 weeks ago. I’m sticking to 25-30 net carbs and the first two weeks on the plan I lost 12lbs (and was thrilled). This week I’ve gained a pound! Despondent doesn’t even come close. I am this close to throwing in the towel. Which is ridiculous, I know. I had a couple of glasses of wine this week, but surely that couldn’t be it? Does anyone have any wise words about pushing through this stall? I’m pretty crushed.

Seriously? You've lost twelve pounds in three weeks and you want to give up?

It's just water retention.

Weeks 3 & 4 of a low carb diet are renowned for this.

But - as Bluntness says - you've lost 12lbs! That's a huge amount in two weeks. Step back and get a bit of perspective on what you've achieved.