Believe it or not, but sleep has a lot to do with weight loss. The recommended 8 hours of sleep are required in order for our body to function properly. Although skipping sleeping hours don't show effects right away but in the long run it can cause many health problems. Not enough sleep throws off your system and increases your appetite causing you to crave high fat, and high sugar foods all day long resulting in weight gain over time. Sleeping also increases your immunity and prevents you from catching a cold and flu because adequate sleep helps your body fight off the germs. Skimping on your sleep hours also effects the way your body handles sugar, which can result in more serious problem such as diabetes. Not to mention that a sleep deprived person is more cranky and gets bags under their eyes making them look older than they really are.
In order to get a good nights sleep try eating a heavy breakfast and a smaller meal before dinner so that your body doesn't use up energy to digest food at bedtime but instead relaxes making it easier to fall asleep. Ever notice how we start to feel sleepy right after lunch and dinner? Whole grain cereal is a great night time snack because carbohydrates make you sleepy faster. Avoid caffeine and spicy food right before dinner so you can drift off easier. Taking a warm bath or shower can also help you fall asleep faster. Turning off the computer and TV early is also a great way to get your much needed sleep. Please share your tips for falling asleep faster, and longer during the night.
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