Daily Archives: August 2, 2012

Lack of Sleep Causes Increased Energy Intake

The purpose of sleep is not fully understood, but it is thought to be an important period of restoration that is aided by hormonal changes. Research shows that adults who attain less than 7 hours of sleep a night have … Continue reading

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