Expert Tips to Beat the Summer Bloat

Expert Tips to Beat the Summer Bloat

Author: Nutritional Weight & Wellness, Inc. June 22, 2026 Duration: 25:30
Feeling bloated, puffy, or uncomfortable during the summer months? You're not alone. In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent explain why bloating and water retention often become more common during hot weather and how factors like dehydration, excess sodium, alcohol, summer treats, travel, and blood sugar swings can all contribute. They break down the difference between bloating, water retention, and actual body fat gain, while sharing practical strategies to help you feel lighter, more comfortable, and energized.

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