Sleep quality affects weight management from "summary" of The Obesity Code by Dr. Jason Fung
Lack of sleep can cause weight gain, as sleep deprivation disrupts the body's hormonal balance. When we don't get enough sleep, our hunger hormones go haywire. Ghrelin, the hunger hormone, is produced in greater quantities when we're sleep-deprived, leading to increased appetite. On the other hand, leptin, the satiety hormone, decreases when we're tired, making it harder for us to feel full. This hormonal imbalance can lead to overeating and weight gain over...
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