Yet another installment (who knew you could accomplish so much by doing literally nothing?!)…
Satiety Signals: Sleep deprivation can disrupt the body’s ability to recognize when it’s full, leading to overeating. Quality sleep helps maintain the sensitivity of signals that indicate satiety.
Hormone Balance: In addition to leptin and ghrelin (see part 1), sleep affects other hormones related to weight regulation, such as insulin, cortisol, and growth hormone. Adequate sleep helps maintain a harmonious balance of these hormones.
Reduced Late-Night Snacking: People who get enough sleep are less likely to engage in late-night snacking, which often involves consuming extra calories from unhealthy snacks. Unless you’re an extreme sleep walker, getting to bed on time will stop you from raiding the fridge for that midnight snack.
