Get your Zzzz's!

What is the secret to preventing weight gain? Getting sleep! Research suggests that those who sleep between 7 to 9 hours every night do a better job at maintaining a healthier weight as compared to those pulling all nighters. Unfortunately, many of us are not getting enough shut eye. According to The American Sleep Association, 35.3% of adults report sleeping on average, less than 7 hours per night.

Lack of sleep can disrupt the balance in hormones that regulate hunger. What does that mean for us? Poor sleeping habits may stimulate the appetite and tempt us to give into cravings. Aside from that, overtiredness leads to a lack of motivation. Do you feel like hitting the gym or taking your time to prepare a healthy meal when you are exhausted and cranky? Most likely not. Let's all work on getting some zzzzz's!