The Overlooked Link Between Sleep and Body Weight in Women
Key Takeaway:
Sleep helps regulate women’s weight as much as diet and exercise
Sample facts and insights:
Sleep loss influences what you crave and how much you eat. For example, sleep loss causes the hormones that tell your brain “I’m hungry” and “I’m full” to misfire causing you to overeat and/or crave sugary and calorie-dense foods
Overcoming sleep loss is proven to help women lose weight and fat while maintaining their muscle mass
Sleep loss influences where your fat is stored - usually more in the abdominal area
Sleep deprivation causes your body’s metabolism to slow down and burn fewer calories during rest and exercise than you otherwise would have
Practical solutions on what to and not to do