This month in health & nutrition

Gaby Rodriguez

May 28

3 min read

My Thoughts: Issue #2: May 2026

Hi everyone! It's been a while, but we are back with my monthly blog posts!

Can we just talk about how exhausting this heat has been lately?

Every summer, I notice the exact same thing happening... women suddenly feeling “heavier,” more self-conscious, more bloated, more tired, more emotional, and convinced they’ve somehow “fallen off track” overnight.

And honestly? Most of the time, it’s not what you think it is.

This month, I wanted to talk about the hot weather, bloating, body image, appetite changes, and why your body can feel completely different in the heat... without anything actually being “wrong.”

Because the heat can massively distort how we feel physically and mentally.

...and the hot topic of the month appears to be: why you feel puffy, bloated & just 'off' in the heat!

As soon as temperatures rise, I start hearing the same worries from clients:

“I feel swollen.”“My stomach looks bigger.”“I’ve completely lost my appetite.”“I’m craving rubbish.”“I feel sluggish and uncomfortable.”“My body looks different.”

And while social media often jumps straight to “gut issues,” “inflammation,” or needing a detox... most of the time, your body is simply responding normally to the heat.

Your body is incredibly smart.

When temperatures rise, it works overtime to cool you down, regulate hydration, maintain electrolytes, and protect your energy levels.

That means things like:

Holding onto more water
Increased sweating
Slower digestion
Appetite changes
Fatigue
Salt cravings
Puffiness
Feeling uncomfortable in clothes

...can all become more noticeable.

And now, here are my thoughts:-

Here’s how I see it:

Your body is not changing overnight

A few hot days do not suddenly mean you’ve gained fat, “ruined progress,” or become unhealthy.

Heat causes water retention, swelling, and digestive changes that can completely alter how your body feels temporarily.

Especially for women around their menstrual cycle, the combination of hormones + heat can amplify bloating massively.

Dehydration can actually make bloating worse.

One of the biggest misconceptions is thinking less water will reduce bloating.

In reality, when your body feels dehydrated, it often holds onto MORE water as a protective response.

This is why staying hydrated consistently matters more than trying to “cut back.”

Many people naturally eat less in hot weather because digestion itself produces heat.

But then what often happens is:

undereating during the day
low energy
blood sugar dips
intense cravings later on
grazing all evening

This can leave people feeling physically and mentally out of control with food when really… their body just needed proper nourishment earlier.

Everything feels more dramatic in summer!

Hot weather can increase discomfort, poor sleep, body awareness, irritability, and fatigue.

You’re wearing lighter clothes, seeing more skin, sweating more, sleeping worse, and comparing yourself more.

That combination can make small fluctuations feel emotionally huge.

What your takeaways are from this:-

Hydrate properly

Not just plain water all day long.

Think:

electrolytes (especially if you’re sweating more than usual)
adding lemon or salt to water
water-rich foods
regular sipping throughout the day
eat lighter, balanced meals

Instead of forcing heavy meals, focus on:

protein
fruit
salads
yoghurt
wraps
smoothies
easy-to-digest meals

Don’t panic over temporary bloating or your stomach looking different at 6pm in 28-degree heat is not a reflection of failure.

Bodies fluctuate. Water fluctuates. Digestion fluctuates. That’s normal.

Prioritise cooling your nervous system too.

The heat impacts stress levels more than people realise.

Slow down where you can. Get outside earlier or later in the day. Sleep in a cooler room if possible. Reduce pressure on yourself.

Your body copes better when it feels safe and regulated.

My goal is always to help women feel calmer, more informed, and less overwhelmed by all the noise online.

Your body is not failing you this summer.

It’s adapting.

See you in the next one!

G xx

My Thoughts: Issue #2: May 2026

Hi everyone! It's been a while, but we are back with my monthly blog posts!

Can we just talk about how exhausting this heat has been lately?

Every summer, I notice the exact same thing happening... women suddenly feeling “heavier,” more self-conscious, more bloated, more tired, more emotional, and convinced they’ve somehow “fallen off track” overnight.

And honestly? Most of the time, it’s not what you think it is.

This month, I wanted to talk about the hot weather, bloating, body image, appetite changes, and why your body can feel completely different in the heat... without anything actually being “wrong.”

Because the heat can massively distort how we feel physically and mentally.

...and the hot topic of the month appears to be: why you feel puffy, bloated & just 'off' in the heat!

As soon as temperatures rise, I start hearing the same worries from clients:

“I feel swollen.”“My stomach looks bigger.”“I’ve completely lost my appetite.”“I’m craving rubbish.”“I feel sluggish and uncomfortable.”“My body looks different.”

And while social media often jumps straight to “gut issues,” “inflammation,” or needing a detox... most of the time, your body is simply responding normally to the heat.

Your body is incredibly smart.

When temperatures rise, it works overtime to cool you down, regulate hydration, maintain electrolytes, and protect your energy levels.

That means things like:

Holding onto more water

Increased sweating

Slower digestion

Appetite changes

Fatigue

Salt cravings

Puffiness

Feeling uncomfortable in clothes

...can all become more noticeable.

And now, here are my thoughts:-

Here’s how I see it:

Your body is not changing overnight

A few hot days do not suddenly mean you’ve gained fat, “ruined progress,” or become unhealthy.

Heat causes water retention, swelling, and digestive changes that can completely alter how your body feels temporarily.

Especially for women around their menstrual cycle, the combination of hormones + heat can amplify bloating massively.

Dehydration can actually make bloating worse.

One of the biggest misconceptions is thinking less water will reduce bloating.

In reality, when your body feels dehydrated, it often holds onto MORE water as a protective response.

This is why staying hydrated consistently matters more than trying to “cut back.”

Many people naturally eat less in hot weather because digestion itself produces heat.

But then what often happens is:

undereating during the day

low energy

blood sugar dips

intense cravings later on

grazing all evening

This can leave people feeling physically and mentally out of control with food when really… their body just needed proper nourishment earlier.

Everything feels more dramatic in summer!

Hot weather can increase discomfort, poor sleep, body awareness, irritability, and fatigue.

You’re wearing lighter clothes, seeing more skin, sweating more, sleeping worse, and comparing yourself more.

That combination can make small fluctuations feel emotionally huge.

What your takeaways are from this:-

Hydrate properly

Not just plain water all day long.

Think:

electrolytes (especially if you’re sweating more than usual)

adding lemon or salt to water

water-rich foods

regular sipping throughout the day

eat lighter, balanced meals

Instead of forcing heavy meals, focus on:

protein

fruit

salads

yoghurt

wraps

smoothies

easy-to-digest meals

Don’t panic over temporary bloating or your stomach looking different at 6pm in 28-degree heat is not a reflection of failure.

Bodies fluctuate. Water fluctuates. Digestion fluctuates. That’s normal.

Prioritise cooling your nervous system too.

The heat impacts stress levels more than people realise.

Slow down where you can. Get outside earlier or later in the day. Sleep in a cooler room if possible. Reduce pressure on yourself.

Your body copes better when it feels safe and regulated.

My goal is always to help women feel calmer, more informed, and less overwhelmed by all the noise online.

Your body is not failing you this summer.

It’s adapting.

See you in the next one!

G xx

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