Have your favourite clothes suddenly started feeling tighter during this heatwave? Before you panic and assume you've gained body fat, the good news is that hot weather can cause temporary water retention, bloating and puffiness. In this article, I'll explain why your clothes can feel tighter in the heat, what's really happening inside your body, and why staying hydrated and sticking to your healthy habits is the best thing you can do.

Electrolytes are suddenly everywhere — but do we really need to take them daily, and can they actually help with bloating? In this post, Jen the Health Coach unpacks the science, the hype, and the best clean brands worth trying for midlife women looking to feel less puffy and more energised.