Resting as a way to lose weight during quarantine may sound like a contradiction. “I’m resting all the time,” you may be thinking. “How much more down time do I really need?” Remember that binging Netflix or reading articles on the internet will not bring you the same benefits as a good night’s rest.
One way sleep can help you lose weight is by decreasing your appetite. A lack of sleep can cause your brain to release the hunger-inducing hormones like Ghrelin and Cortisol. Ghrelin signals hunger in the brain when it’s time to eat. However, without a proper night’s rest, the brain acts from a place of scarcity and releases hunger signals whether the body needs them or not. Similarly, a lack of sleep can increase stress, signaled by the hormone Cortisol.
Going to bed early can decrease your appetite and stress, helping you to lose weight during quarantine no matter where you are.
Before beginning any diet or fitness routine, always consult a physician.
At Nova Bariatrics and Minimally-Invasive Surgery, we understand that weight loss and healthy living can be a daily struggle for many. With harness over experience and expertise to help those patients who have been unable to achieve significant weight loss through diet and modifications and exercise alone. Our team at NOVA works with each patient individually to find the appropriate solution for weight loss and restoration of one’s health.