Sleep More, Eat Less, Lose Weight!

How good is your sleep hygiene?  Did you get enough last night? Its pretty universal that people typically answer this question with a strong, “No!”  Our “on the go” society leaves less time for sleep as we cram more production out of each day.  In a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists found a link between sleep deprivation and weight gain.  According to the study, when participants had their nightly sleep amounts cut in half, from 8 hours to 4 hours, they consumed 550+ more calories per day!  When you add all of those calories up, we’re talking 3500+ calories per week, which is equal to over a pounds worth of extra calories. The best way to fight off this unwanted calorie intake and potential weight gain, is to practice good sleep hygiene!  It includes … Continue reading →