Getting sufficient rest at night reduces the amount of food people eat during the day — about 270 fewer calories on average than adults who are chronically sleep deprived, research published in JAMA Internal Medicine found. If maintained over three years, that would amount to a 26-pound weight loss — just by getting an adequate amount of sleep. The lead author called it a “game changer” in efforts to tackle the obesity epidemic. That’s because the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep per night helps regulate our metabolism, leading to less hunger and fewer cravings, researchers say. Learn more by tapping the link below. |
