153. Gained Weight but No Period? 3 Things You Might Be Missing

Are you struggling with the idea of weight restoration during period recovery? In this episode of Eat More Carbs, we’re diving deep into one of the most challenging but essential parts of healing Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA): the weight restoration process.As Sports Dietitians, we hear the same questions every day: Will I have to restore weight in order to get my period back? How much weight will I have to gain? How long will weight restoration take? Today, we break down why your body might need weight restoration for hormonal health and why weight restoration looks different for everyone. We discuss the physiological reasons behind weight shifts, how to navigate the mental hurdles of body changes, and practical ways to approach this phase of recovery with more compassion and less fear.The Eat More Carbs Podcast is the go-to podcast for female athletes who want to recover hypothalamic amenorrhea! Hosted by Steady State Performance Nutrition who bring you weekly episodes to help you meet your goals while breaking free of diet culture. You can follow Reilly (@reilly.beatty.nutrition) , Jenna (@jenna.fisher.nutrition) and Lilly ( @lillyreimer.nutrition) on InstagramStruggle with figuring out what advice you should be following to achieve your goal of period recovery? Visit teamsteadystate.com or click here for more information about the Period Recovery Program