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SLEEP CAN HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT

By: MHFC Staff

September 4, 2018, 10:00 am - Categories: Healthy Tips

REST FOR RESULTS: HOW SLEEP HELPS WEIGHT LOSS

 Sleep for weight loss

When your body is deprived of quality sleep, it responds the same as if it were experiencing physical stress. Lack of sleep causes your body to release chemicals telling your body to quickly refuel, leading to sugar cravings.

Look good, feel good

Sleep is essential for more than just fighting food cravings. Your body needs sleep to maintain a strong immune system and support cellular maintenance to look refreshed. Better quality sleep leads to better hair, nails, skin, and even longer attention-span.

How much is enough?

Your body is designed to get 7-10 hours of sleep a night. When it comes to maximizing health and wellness, a minimum of seven hours of quality sleep per night is essential.

Improving sleep quality

Getting enough sleep but still not feeling well-rested? Try these tips for a better night’s sleep:

• Have a consistent sleep schedule
• Shut off all electronics an hour before bed
• Leave your phone in another room to avoid noisy notifications
• Gradually turn off lights in your house for cues to your body that It’s bedtime

REFERENCE

Nickel, Cristy. 2017. The Number-One Rule For Better Weight Loss. October 26. Accessed July 31, 2018 https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/the-number-one-rule-for-better-weight-loss.html