How To Health Podcast With Laurie Marbas, Md, Mba

Welcome back to our 21 Day Weight Loss Challenge. On day eight, we delve into the crucial relationship between sleep and weight management. Understanding the body's response to inadequate sleep is key to tackling weight loss effectively. The Science of Sleep and Weight Metabolic Impact: Insufficient sleep can disrupt glucose processing, increasing the risk of diabetes and obesity. Appetite Regulation: Sleep deprivation alters hunger hormones, ghrelin and leptin, leading to increased appetite and potential weight gain. Physical Activity: Lack of sleep results in fatigue, reducing motivation for exercise and increasing the risk of injury. Impulse Control: Tiredness impairs judgment, making us more likely to crave and consume high-calorie, processed foods. Action Plan for Better Sleep Monitor Sleep: Use devices like smartwatches or apps like Whoop to track sleep patterns and quality. Reflect on Data: Analyze sleep data in the context of daily activities and stressors to identify patterns. Journaling Pro