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Sleep loss rewires the brain for cravings and weight gain – a neurologist explains the science behind the cycle

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More than one-third of U.S. adults regularly get less than seven hours of sleep per night.

Sleep deprivation affects millions of Americans , including first responders, nurses, firefighters and first responders.

Sleep loss changes how your brain evaluates food and how the body regulates hunger and stress.

Even a few nights of consistent, high-quality sleep can help rebalance key systems.

This article is republished from The Conversation , a nonprofit, independent news organization bringing you facts and trustworthy analysis to help you make sense of our complex world. It was written by: Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse , University of Pittsburgh Read more: Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment..

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