How much weight is it normal to gain before and during your period?

Question

Well, the thing is, I recently gained 5 pounds (randomly and really quickly) and I also just started my period. I gained the weight just before the period started and I'm in the middle of my period, almost toward the end, and the 5 pounds are still there. Could this be a result of my period and will I lose the 5 pounds when my period is all over?

Answer 1

when i started mines  , i put on 3 pounds and i lose it all after each period  

Answer 2

5 pounds is normal! its from all the bloating and bleeding... :]  

Answer 3

There is a correlation between weight and menstrual cycle. Read more in