Sleep and Hunger

[twirlgrrl]

Did you know that sleep deprivation has been linked to overeating? Apparently it increases a hunger hormone and decreases the "you're full now" hormone.

I knew it but I didn't *know* it, if you know what I mean.

I've been sleeping very little for the last few days, and spending a lot of time feeling hungry when I know I'm not. It's been very confusing. Finally I remembered reading the above factoid somewhere, and googled it.

Yep, it's true.

Comments

[artemis-rich.livejournal.com]

That may explain why I've been ravinous of late. Also the weight gain in general.

[canetoad.livejournal.com]

It's quite natural, if you stop to think about it.

Your body needs *something* to run on. If you don't give it enough rest, it's going to require a higher calorie intake to maintain alertness.

[debmommy22.livejournal.com]

I believe it, when I am manic and up late sometimes I get hungry and want to eat and I know I have had enough for the day. Probably why I can't lose weight.

[ninjalie.livejournal.com]

oooh so THATS why when I was working and going to school I was eating constantly! As soon as I started getting sleep I stopped being hungry all the time! It makes sense to me now.