In this episode of ReInvent Healthcare, we will discuss the relationship between lack of sleep and appetite. We go in-depth into the different hormones that are affected by sleep and how these can trigger hunger. We will also discuss the different areas in the brain that can affect appetite.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[04:30] Sleep deprivation and increased Ghrelin production resulting in food cravings
[05:30] Lower Leptin levels and increased food consumption
[7:00] The importance of Adiponectin
[9:45] Neuropeptide Y appetite stimulation
[12:00] Lack of sleep and the areas in the brain that affect appetite

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Children need at least 11 hours of sleep. Studies have shown that those with lack of sleep have a higher risk of obesity.
Sleep deprivation significantly decreases activity in appetite evaluation regions within the frontal cortex and can therefore trigger hunger
Lack of sleep can induce high levels of cortisol and can lead to intense cravings, resulting in binge eating

RESOURCES:

www.reinventhealthcare.com/sleep
Get the Magic Questions
www.INEMethod.com
IRSPT Program
FREE Sleep Resource Guide
Food Checklist to Restore Insulin Sensitivity
Impact of Sleep Debt on Metabolic Endocrine Function
Reference Articles

Impact of Food Deprivation on Food Desire
Sleep Deprivation and Central Appetite Regulation
Sleep Duration Patterns and Overweight/Obesity at age 6
Sleep and Overeating

The Sleep-Appetite Connection