Link Between Sleep And Weight Loss

1. Getting enough sleep is crucial for weight maintenance and loss.

2. Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night for weight control

3. Sleeping less than 6 hours can result in being less active, causing obesity

4. Sleep deprivation can disrupt the regulation of ghrelin (hunger hormone) and leptin (fullness hormone), leading to increased cravings and reduced feelings of fullness

5. Sleep loss can make your body burn more carbs instead of fat, which leaves extra fat stored over time

6. Insufficient sleep disrupts the body's fat and carb burning processes.

7. Getting enough sleep supports a healthy metabolism

8. Being well-rested gives you energy for exercise, which is important for losing weight

9. Sleep helps regulate the hormones needed for weight control

10. Make sure you're getting enough rest to avoid weight gain

11. Prioritise sleep alongside diet and exercise for weight management

Inputs From: Dr. Suranjit Chatterjee , Senior Consultant , Internal Medicine , Indraprastha Apollo Hospital , New Delhi