Linda: sorry you're feeling so bad physically and I guess mentally, too. Are you on meds for your arthritis? I'm guessing you are and most of them can cause weight gain and fluid retention; check the side effects. Please keep hanging in there--even tho I've "dropped out" I still follow and cheer for you guys. You've really done well; this is just a "blip"-you'll get back on track when your pain decreases. Remember: I am woman, hear me roar!!!