Sleep deprivation linked to junk food cravings

Tuesday, August 6, 2013 - 20:50 in Biology & Nature

A sleepless night makes us more likely to reach for doughnuts or pizza than for whole grains and leafy green vegetables, suggests a new study that examines the brain regions that control food choices. The findings shed new light on the link between poor sleep and obesity.

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