Are You Getting Enough Sleep At Night?

Shorter sleep cycles are associated with obesity. If you don't get the proper amount of sleep, you could be more likely to have increased body fat.

Why?

The amount of time you sleep and the quality of sleep affects hormonal changes in your levels of Leptin and Ghrelin. These levels directly affect your appetite and metabolism.

In order to ensure you get a good nights rest, try not to exercise before bed, it will only give you energy and keep you awake longer. Also, don't eat foods high in fat, carbs, and sugar before bed. Finally, keep the television watching to a minimum as it disrupts your sleep cycle.