{"id":24491,"date":"2021-07-06T17:56:09","date_gmt":"2021-07-06T17:56:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=24491"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"weight-loss-after-period","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/","title":{"rendered":"Weight Loss After Period: Is It Normal And How Is It Achieved?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Why_Develop_A_Weight_Loss_Plan_After_Period\" >Why Develop A Weight Loss Plan After Period?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Increased_Calorie_Intake\" >Increased Calorie Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Reduced_Willpower_To_Exercise\" >Reduced Willpower To Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Bloating\" >Bloating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Skipping_Breakfast\" >Skipping Breakfast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Hormonal_Changes\" >Hormonal Changes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#How_Much_Weight_Do_You_Gain_During_Your_Period\" >How Much Weight Do You Gain During Your Period?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Can_You_Lose_Weight_After_Period\" >Can You Lose Weight After Period?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Reduced_Bloating\" >Reduced Bloating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Reduced_Water_Retention\" >Reduced Water Retention<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Do_You_Get_Heavy_Period_After_Weight_Loss\" >Do You Get Heavy Period After Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#How_Do_You_Lose_Weight_After_Period\" >How Do You Lose Weight After Period?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Maintain_Healthy_Eating_Habits\" >Maintain Healthy Eating Habits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Regular_Exercise\" >Regular Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Reducing_Stress\" >Reducing Stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#Get_Enough_Rest\" >Get Enough Rest<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-after-period\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Losing weight and successfully keeping it off is a battle that most of us are yet to win. It is so challenging, and especially for women, due to factors such as the menstrual cycle. As a result, your scale may either end up stuck or reading high numbers during your period. This stresses most women out, and it is no wonder that most want to understand the concept of weight loss after period.<\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is weight loss after period achievable? Does it come naturally, or do you have to break a leg to shed pounds? You may be asking yourself all these questions after discovering that your period somewhat affects weight loss. This article will answer all these questions and more about weight loss during your menstrual cycle.\u00a0 We will explore the causes of weight gain during your period, what happens, and how you can shed the added pounds. Let us get started!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Develop_A_Weight_Loss_Plan_After_Period\"><\/span><b>Why Develop A Weight Loss Plan After Period?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most women tend to gain weight during that time of the month. The result, when you weigh yourself, the scale may indicate a number you are not so comfortable with or proud of. Most likely, you end up consulting a nutritionist to help develop a weight loss plan. But where does this weight come from? Well, weight gain during menstruation comes from several factors, some of which include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Calorie_Intake\"><\/span><b>Increased Calorie Intake<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is almost certain that every other woman will have cravings for different foods during that time of the month. For many women, the pressing food urge during their period is chocolate. However, the desires may differ, and some may crave ice cream, cake, or other sweet, starchy food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, most women do not crave healthy foods, and neither do they regulate how much of the sweet, starchy foods they <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-period-comfort-food\/\">consume during this time<\/a>. So let us take the example of chocolate and determine how it may result in weight gain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Medical News Today, chocolate consumption has been linked to lower body mass index and central body fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/270272#light_versus_dark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, when people overindulge in chocolate, it results in a high-calorie count due to its high sugar and fat content (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/270272#light_versus_dark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most women believe that they cannot gain weight during their period if they are eating dark chocolate. However, this is far from the truth. Despite <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/dark-chocolate-weight-loss\/\">dark chocolate<\/a> having numerous beneficial antioxidants and minerals, it is still high in sugar and fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/dark-chocolate#insulin-resistance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These two components make it a very calorie-dense food. Similarly, remember that dark chocolate contains cocoa butter, which may have a high content of unhealthful saturated fats (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/dark-chocolate#insulin-resistance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, overindulging in this food will result <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/food-cravings-before-period\/\">in extra calories<\/a>. For example, a 100 g-serving of light chocolate has 531 calories, while the same serving of dark chocolate contains 556 calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/270272#light_versus_dark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, be extra cautious of how much chocolate you consume when on your period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> Why Do Women Crave Chocolate On Their Period?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38909\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4466-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Weight Loss After Period\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4466.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4466-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4466.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4466-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4466.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Willpower_To_Exercise\"><\/span><b>Reduced Willpower To Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On top of having a sweet tooth, most women will also lose their motivation to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/can-exercise-make-your-period-heavier\/\">exercise during that time of the month<\/a>. As a result, you feel tired, and with the added calorie intake, lack of exercise only contributes to weight gain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of just lazing around, try to sneak in some minutes of exercise. For example, if you don;t feel up to going to the gym, try taking a brisk walk or <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-jogging\/\">jogging<\/a>. These two aerobic activities will help you burn calories and promote weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also exercise indoors if you hate the outdoors. This is through activities such as dancing, stationary biking, and running on the treadmill. You can also grab your yoga mat and perform various yoga exercises at the comfort of your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bloating\"><\/span><b>Bloating<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloating during PMS also sabotages your weight loss efforts during that time of the month. It is not necessarily caused by overindulging during an occasional holiday feast. It may also be caused by overconsumption of rich and fatty food, which most women crave during their period (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/digestive-disorders\/features\/bloated-bloating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These may include fried foods like chips.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you eat foods rich in fats, you get to feel uncomfortably stuffed. It is because fats take longer to digest and make the stomach feel fuller (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/digestive-disorders\/features\/bloated-bloating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, experts advise that you try and limit fat consumption during PMS. Hormonal fluctuations can also lead to water retention, so stay well-hydrated and don\u2019t overdo the salt.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38896\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5458-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Weight Loss After Period\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5458.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5458-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5458.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5458-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5458.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skipping_Breakfast\"><\/span><b>Skipping Breakfast<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let us be honest. Many women skip breakfast and sleep <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/drinks-that-help-with-period-cramps\/\">during that time of the month<\/a>. This is nothing new, given the hormone storm that comes from PMS. You may either have an increased or reduced appetite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many women will end up skipping breakfast, and the effect of this on your weight gain is severe. When you do not eat breakfast, you tend to become overly hungry throughout the day. As a result, you end up over-snacking, and especially on unhealthy snacks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, you tend to disregard your daily calorie limit. Ignoring this limit leads you to a calorie surplus, which may contribute to weight gain. WebMD also advocates that skipping breakfast may contribute to mood swings during your period (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/women\/pms\/features\/diet-and-pms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It is because not eating affects your blood sugar levels, making you more irritable (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/women\/pms\/features\/diet-and-pms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_Changes\"><\/span><b>Hormonal Changes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also end up adding weight during your menstrual cycle due to hormonal fluctuation. The two most affected hormones during this time of the month are estrogen and progesterone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progesterone is the hormone responsible for increased cravings and hunger during your menstrual cycle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3964851\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Therefore, it makes you crave a lot of unhealthy foodstuffs, particularly carbohydrates and sugars.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you may know, overindulging in such foods leads to a calorie surplus that may contribute to an extra few pounds. Unfortunately, you cannot control this hormonal fluctuation but can instead watch what and how much you eat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will kick you out of the mental funk, shake off your extra weight, rid you off your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? Hurry up and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\">change your life for the better<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28455 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"weightloss after periods\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Weight_Do_You_Gain_During_Your_Period\"><\/span><b>How Much Weight Do You Gain During Your Period?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no standard weight women are bound to add during PMS. Instead, it varies significantly because of your calorie intake and engagement in physical activity during this time of the month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women who still adopt healthy eating practices are likely to add a few pounds during their period. However, those women who do not watch what they eat and do not exercise end up adding more pounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, Medicine Net acknowledges that you may gain around 3 to 5 pounds just before your period (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/should_i_weigh_myself_during_my_period\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you add this to the pounds you add from a high-calorie intake, bloating, and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-alcohol-make-you-retain-water\/\">water weight<\/a>, you may end up adding more pounds than this.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Lose_Weight_After_Period\"><\/span><b>Can You Lose Weight After Period?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, if you looked at the scale after your period and freaked out, you may be wondering if you can lose the added pounds. You certainly can. However, for some people, weight loss after a period comes naturally.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might have seen some women questioning if it is normal to lose weight after a period. Of course, it is normal, and this may happen a week after your menses. The main reasons for weight loss after period are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28706 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/9-3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Fitness App\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/9-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/9-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/9-3.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/9-3-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/9-3.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Bloating\"><\/span><b>Reduced Bloating<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are done with your menses, bloating tends to reduce, mainly because of reduced hormonal fluctuation. Similarly, you also get to shed a few pounds because you have reduced cravings for fatty foods, resulting in added bloating.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Water_Retention\"><\/span><b>Reduced Water Retention<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be clear, we need to emphasize that we are talking about water weight caused by hormonal fluctuation and not chronic water retention. According to WebMD, chronic water retention signals a kidney or hormone malfunctioning (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/whats-water-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It is dangerous as it may pose several health risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, water retention caused by bloating and hormonal fluctuation also melt away a week after your menses. Most women will lose the water weight faster if they move more, drink more water, eat more fiber-filled and potassium-rich foods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/whats-water-weight#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-to-eat-during-period-to-lose-weight\/\">What To Eat During Period To Lose Weight?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28729 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3-4-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"weight loss after period\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3-4.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3-4-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3-4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_You_Get_Heavy_Period_After_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Do You Get Heavy Period After Weight Loss?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the longest time now, women have been trying to establish an association between weight and heavy periods. Some believe that a heavy period is a result of tremendous weight loss. On the other hand, others believe that weight does not influence heavy periods. But what does science say?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To begin with, it is essential to note that a heavy period can mean two things. One is constantly changing your pad or tampon every hour or so. Two, a heavy cycle could mean passing blood clots that are bigger than a quarter (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/women\/ss\/slideshow-period-related-to-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If not, WebMD states that it could mean having periods that last for more than seven days (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/women\/ss\/slideshow-period-related-to-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Several factors cause such a menstrual cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to experts, the most common cause of heavy periods is the womb&#8217;s inability to properly contract (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279294\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Remember that the womb contractions help shed the lining of the womb, leaving your body together with some blood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279294\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy blood flow may also result from childbirth or using a contraceptive coil (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279294\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Experts acknowledge that your menstrual cycle is not directly impacted by weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/decision_guide\/heavy-menstrual-periods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, they recognize that lower body weight may affect hormone production and lead to lighter periods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/decision_guide\/heavy-menstrual-periods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28844 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Frame-3523-1024x576.png\" alt=\"fitness app\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Frame-3523.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Frame-3523-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Frame-3523.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Frame-3523-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Frame-3523.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Lose_Weight_After_Period\"><\/span><b>How Do You Lose Weight After Period?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned earlier, some women will naturally lose weight after their menstrual cycle. However, others retain the weight, meaning they have to lose the weight by incorporating various weight loss techniques.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it is a bit harder to shed pounds after your menstrual cycle. Nonetheless, this does not mean that it is not achievable. You can make several choices to help prompt healthy and steady weight loss. Some of these choices include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintain_Healthy_Eating_Habits\"><\/span><b>Maintain Healthy Eating Habits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, the best and fastest way you will lose weight is by maintaining healthy eating habits. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), these habits include eating mindfully, eating slowly, and more fruits and vegetables (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating mindfully incorporates habits such as eating without distractions and when hungry. Unfortunately, most of us tend to eat when we are not hungry, increasing our calorie intake. This may be because most of us mistake dehydration for hunger.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, before you eat, drink a glass of water and wait for thirty minutes. Then, if you still feel hungry, drink another glass and chill for another thirty minutes. If the hunger persists, then you can give in and eat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating slowly allows you to concentrate on the food and listen to your body when signaling you when it is full. It is an excellent eating habit that can help you maintain a calorie deficit for weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits and vegetables tend to contain low calories and high fiber content. The low calories make them excellent snack options. Similarly, the high fiber content helps increase your satiety levels, limiting or reducing overeating and frequent snacking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lean and toned up body isn\u2019t just a far-fetched fantasy. Check out the BetterMe app and watch it <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\">propel your weight loss journey<\/a> into high gear!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28735 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"weight loss after period\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regular_Exercise\"><\/span><b>Regular Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also lose weight faster and safer after your menses by engaging in physical activity. There is an assumption that weight loss can only occur if you practice resistance training. This is a notion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can lose weight by engaging in both aerobic and anaerobic activities. The CDC recommends you adopt more physical activity because it increases the number of calories you burn (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/physical_activity\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When you combine this regular activity with a calorie deficit, you get to shed pounds faster.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this does not mean overdoing a physical activity in the hopes of losing weight overnight. This is impossible. The CDC recommends you work your way to 150 minutes if you are doing a moderately intense aerobic activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/physical_activity\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If the aerobic exercise is more intense, you can aim for 75 minutes weekly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/physical_activity\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not undermine the effectiveness of aerobic activities in calorie burning for weight loss after the period. For example, here is an overview of some aerobic exercises and the number of calories an individual weighing 154 pounds can burn (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/physical_activity\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiking for half an hour- 185 calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bicycling for less than ten mph for thirty minutes- 145 calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking for half an hour at a speed of 3.5 mph- 140 calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dancing for one hour- 330 calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jogging for thirty minutes at a speed of 5 mph- 295 calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running for one hour at a rate of 5 mph- 590 calories<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming for thirty minutes at slow freestyle laps- 255 calories<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reducing_Stress\"><\/span><b>Reducing Stress<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quit stressing about how many pounds you have added during your period. It does you no good because added stress also contributes to weight gain. According to Medical News Today, stress triggers the release of two different hormones: cortisol and adrenaline (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#science-backed-ways-to-lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cortisol can remain in your bloodstream for an extended duration when released. As a result, its impact increases your appetite, leading to emotional or stressful eating (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#science-backed-ways-to-lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, focus on reducing your stress levels by incorporating stress-management techniques such as yoga, meditation, and breathing and relaxation techniques (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#science-backed-ways-to-lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-38701\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5749-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Fitness App\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5749.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5749-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5749.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Frame-5749.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Enough_Rest\"><\/span><b>Get Enough Rest<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Medical News Today also acknowledges that getting less than 5 or 6 hours of sleep can result in weight gain and is an obesity risk factor (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#science-backed-ways-to-lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, experts reveal that getting less sleep slows down your metabolism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your metabolism is low, your body burns fewer calories and instead stores most unused energy as fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#science-backed-ways-to-lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Likewise, not getting enough sleep increases the production of cortisol and insulin. As a result, these two hormones increase fat storage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#science-backed-ways-to-lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can manage your weight during and after your period by getting enough sleep. Focus on improving your sleep quality by avoiding distractions such as noise and social media when you go to bed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also improve your sleep quality by trying guided meditation before sleeping. It will help relax and calm you down, which makes you instantly fall asleep and soundly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you gain weight during your menstrual cycle? Believe it or not, you do. You may end up gaining three to five pounds just before your menses. You might also add weight during your menses, especially if you have poor eating patterns and habits and never exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, weight loss after period may occur naturally if it was caused by bloating, water retention, or hormonal fluctuation. However, if other factors like increased calorie intake caused it, you will have to do more to get rid of the extra weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It will mean exercising more, creating and maintaining a calorie deficit, getting enough rest, and reducing your stress levels. As always, talk to your healthcare provider and fitness coach before making any changes to your diet and workout plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=Weight_Loss_After_Period\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41518 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ezgif-1-73db875f23.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"432\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on for decision-making. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/women\/pms\/features\/diet-and-pms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Diet Dos and Don&#8217;ts to Ease PMS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/digestive-disorders\/features\/bloated-bloating\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloating 101: Why You Feel Bloated<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3964851\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Catch It Before It Kills: Progesterone, Obesity, and the Prevention of Endometrial Cancer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/270272#light_versus_dark\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health benefits and risks of chocolate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy Weight, Nutrition, and Physical Activity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, cdc.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/decision_guide\/heavy-menstrual-periods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy Menstrual Periods<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, healthharvard.edu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK279294\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy periods: Overview<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/322345#science-backed-ways-to-lose-weight\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to naturally lose weight fast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/physical_activity\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Activity for a Healthy Weight<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, cdc.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicinenet.com\/should_i_weigh_myself_during_my_period\/article.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should I Weigh Myself During My Period?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, medicinenet.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/dark-chocolate#insulin-resistance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the health benefits of dark chocolate?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/women\/ss\/slideshow-period-related-to-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Your Period Says About Your Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/whats-water-weight#1\">What&#8217;s Water Weight?<\/a> (2021, webmd.com)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Losing weight and successfully keeping it off is a battle that most of us are yet to win. It is so challenging, and especially for women, due to factors such as the menstrual cycle. As a result, your scale may either end up stuck or reading high numbers during your period. 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Let us get started!<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Why Develop A Weight Loss Plan After Period?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most women tend to gain weight during that time of the month. The result, when you weigh yourself, the scale may indicate a number you are not so comfortable with or proud of. Most likely, you end up consulting a nutritionist to help develop a weight loss plan. But where does this weight come from? Well, weight gain during menstruation comes from several factors, some of which include:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">\r\n<h3><b>Increased Calorie Intake<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is almost certain that every other woman will have cravings for different foods during that time of the month. For many women, the pressing food urge during their period is chocolate. 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