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389. Metabolism: It’s time to retire the “willpower” message and understand the person, says Lara Briden

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Improving Metabolic Health Through Sleep, Hydration, and Balanced Screen Time

The chapter explores the significance of focusing on sleep quality to enhance metabolic health during puberty, particularly in girls, addressing physiological changes like insulin resistance and the impact of hormones on insulin sensitivity. It stresses the importance of a nutritious diet, exercise, ample sleep, and a regulated circadian rhythm to support hormonal balance. Additionally, it delves into the effects of screen time on children's sleep and metabolic health, advocating for limiting screen exposure in the morning and balancing teenagers' natural inclination to stay up late with adequate sleep for optimal metabolic function.

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