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The impact of sleep deprivation on health and weight

Research shows that regular sleep deprivation can lead to hormonal imbalances and weight gain. Scientists from Harvard University found that insufficient sleep is associated with an increased risk of obesity, diabetes, and cancer.

In brief

  • Regular sleep deprivation alters hormonal balance.
  • Insufficient sleep reduces the body’s energy expenditure.
  • The study found a link between sleep deprivation and weight gain.
  • Lack of sleep can lead to obesity and diabetes.
  • Researchers monitored volunteers' sleep in a laboratory.
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  • Publicno reports
  • Commentatorsno reports
  • Oligarch-owned1
  • Stateno reports
  • Officialno reports
  • Anonymousno reports

Not covered by: public, commentators, state, official, anonymous.

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