Ever notice how a rough night’s sleep can leave you craving all the wrong foods the next day? There’s science behind it.

When you don’t get enough quality sleep, your body’s hunger hormones get out of balance. Levels of leptin, the hormone that signals fullness, drop. At the same time, ghrelin, the hormone that stimulates appetite, rises. This hormonal shift makes you feel hungrier than usual and less satisfied after eating.

In other words, poor sleep tricks your brain into thinking you need more food—even when you don’t. That’s why sleep deprivation often leads to increased cravings for sugary, salty, and high-calorie snacks.

From a holistic standpoint, sleep and nutrition are deeply connected. When one is off, the other tends to follow. This cycle can make it harder to stick to your healthy eating goals, leading to weight gain and low energy.

Here’s a simple tip to help break the cycle:

👉 Prioritize sleep to support better hunger control.

Establish consistent bedtime routines and aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night.

When your sleep improves, your body will naturally regulate hunger hormones better, helping you feel fuller and more satisfied with balanced meals.

Remember, it’s not just what you eat—it’s also how well you rest that supports your health journey.

In health,

Coach Melody Rouse- Owner, PN-1 and HSN Nutrition Coach🥳🌈🏋️‍♂️🍎

Breakaway Fitness & Performance LLC

coachmelody@bfpnc.com

www.bfpnc.com

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