{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#202: Why Am I Gaining Weight Overnight? (Water Weight, PMS &amp; Cortisol Explained)","description":"If you\u2019ve ever felt like you gained 1\u20132kg overnight despite eating well and training consistently, this episode is for you. In today\u2019s episode, I\u2019m breaking down the real reasons behind water weight fluctuations \u2013 and why rapid changes on the scale are almost never body fat. I share my own recent experience with frustrating weight fluctuations (including one I\u2019m currently navigating), and explain what\u2019s actually happening physiologically when your weight suddenly shifts. &amp;nbsp; I cover: \u2705 How stress and cortisol cause fluid retention \u2705 The sleep\u2013cortisol cycle \u2013 and why poor sleep makes fluctuations worse \u2705 The signs your cortisol may be out of balance \u2705 The hidden, everyday stressors that keep your nervous system switched on \u2705 Why water retention peaks before your period \u2705 How low progesterone can amplify PMS and pre-period bloating \u2705 The impact of carbs, salt and strength training on the scale \u2705 This episode is your reminder that your body is responsive \u2013 not broken. Understanding what drives these fluctuations is incredibly freeing. It allows you to stop panicking, stop over-correcting, and instead take the right steps to stabilise things while continuing to move forward with your weight loss goals. If you\u2019re ready to properly understand your body and stop fearing normal fluctuations, this is a must-listen \ud83d\udc9a &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Links mentioned: #180: Chronic Stress &amp;amp; Burnouts Link To Tummy Fat &amp;amp; Halted Goals. It's Time To Step Up the Self Care #193: Coffee, Cortisol &amp;amp; Your Morning Routine: Is It Okay to Drink Coffee on an Empty Stomach? #197: How to Live Longer &amp;amp; Stronger: The Science of Early Disease Detection with Dr Steven Lu #198: Is Hidden Inflammation Keeping You Bloated, Puffy &amp;amp; Stuck With Your Weight? Start your weight loss, gut-healing, and anti-inflammatory journey now with my&amp;nbsp;  3 Week Body Reset Continue your journey and make it sustainable by figuring out YOUR own balance in the  Health with Bec Tribe&amp;nbsp; Follow me on Instagram: @health_with_bec Visit my website:&amp;nbsp;Click here ","author_name":"Body Bites With Bec","author_url":"http:\/\/healthwithbec.com\/podcast","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40144450\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40144450"}