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Get Some Sleep

Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger

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How to Lose Weight With Sleep Deprivation

Sleep deprivation bumps the levels of the chief endocannabinoid in the body. The natural chemical we synthesize that binds to the same receptors as the Act ingredient in marijuana this may help explain the nighttime nibbling on high-calorie foods. Some short sleepers may take the extra time to exercise Others will be so sleepy they exercise less. But if sleep deprived individuals are overeating hundreds of calories over time, it's a bad sign.

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