Re: I started to use EVCO, but...

Yes, I got the same thing. I thought it was just coincidence or something. I started gaining weight when using it as well. A bit of weight gain didn't hurt me at all though but you fear for how much more will go on...considering it's meant to actually aid weight loss.

Not sure what to make of it. perhaps it's temporary before things getting better again. Bloating etc can also be signs of yeast die off, and maybe that is another reason for temporary weight gain. I actually went from 130 pounds to 140 pounds after taking coconut oil for weeks on end. This made me wonder...I am also now exercising because of this. I have been off the coconut oil now for about 2 weeks but can't say ive seen any slimming down occur.

Here is an article you may find helpful -

http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/treat20.php


This particular excerpt from that article is what caught my attention -
"I've been on coconut oil since September, 2002 and, although, that doesn't seem like long, it has changed my life and the lives of my family and friends. My weight actually went UP when I started on coconut oil but I felt so GREAT!

Being hypothyroid, I was on Synthroid and Cytomel and had been for years, but with inconsistent results and feeling worse. Other changes besides the addition of coconut oil were the complete removal of soy (and that is a major challenge in itself!), all trans fatty acids, no refined sugar, and organ cleanses seasonally.

My thyroid meds were discontinued with my doctor's knowledge as I was getting too energetic and having trouble sleeping! [Imagine], from being a "sleepaholic" couch potato that was cold!

My weight stayed steady until the last three weeks and it has now started the downward move. My goal was health and just believed the weight would come off when I found the right diet and exercise routine that my life was comfortable with. I've tried removing the coconut oil but my energy drops and I don't feel as good." Donna


I hope that helps a bit!