India, April 23 -- Had an extra dessert last night and woke up to see the scale creeping up? It's easy to assume that one indulgence has undone all your progress - but that's rarely the case. A slight increase in weight overnight can feel discouraging, especially when you've been consistent with your routine, but these short-term changes are often temporary and not a reflection of actual fat gain.

Khushi Chhabra, a holistic health nutritionist and wellness content creator, is breaking down why eating more carbohydrates can sometimes reflect as weight gain on the scale. In an Instagram video shared on April 23, she explains why these day-to-day fluctuations are often misleading - and why focusing on long-term trends matters far more than ...