7 Reasons Why Getting Enough Sleep May Help You Lose Weight

By Caroline Pullen

If you’re trying to lose weight, the amount of sleep you get may be just as important as your diet and exercise.

Unfortunately, many people aren’t getting enough sleep. In fact, about 30 percent of adults are sleeping fewer than six hours most nights, according to a study of U.S. adults (1).

Interestingly, mounting evidence shows that sleep may be the missing factor for many people who are struggling to lose weight.

Here are seven reasons why getting enough sleep may help you lose weight.