Sleep for weight control

If you are looking to lose or control your weight, consider getting more sleep in addition to eating right and exercising. Recent studies have suggested a connection between lack of sleep and increased calorie intake and risk for obesity. The New York Times' Anahad O'Connor reports that a 2005 study observed a correlation between sleeping fewer than seven hours per night and an increased risk for weight gain and obesity. Further, two recent studies have found links (in both men and women) between sleeping fewer than 8 to 8-1/2 hours per night and consuming significantly more calories. So, call it a day and get some shut-eye!

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If you are looking to lose or control your weight, consider getting more sleep in addition to eating right and exercising. Recent studies have suggested a connection between lack of sleep and increased calorie intake and risk for obesity. The New York Times' Anahad O'Connor reports that a 2005 study observed a correlation between sleeping fewer than seven hours per night and an increased risk for weight gain and obesity. Further, two recent studies have found links (in both men and women) between sleeping fewer than 8 to 8-1/2 hours per night and consuming significantly more calories. So, call it a day and get some shut-eye!

Image: Danilo Rizzuti / FreeDigitalPhotos.net