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\u201cDuring sleep, the body balances hormones like ghrelin and leptin, which control hunger and satiety,\u201d Ms. Artis explained. Without adequate rest, ghrelin levels spike, making people feel hungrier, while leptin levels decrease, reducing the feeling of\u00a0fullness.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis hormonal imbalance triggers overeating, especially cravings for high-calorie sugary foods.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to\u00a0Ms. Artis, sleep deprivation may also play a\u00a0role in\u00a0the different ways men and women gain weight. \u201cWomen are more likely to\u00a0see increased fat in\u00a0the hips and thighs due to\u00a0hormonal changes, while men may notice more abdominal fat due to\u00a0decreased testosterone levels,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Imbalance in\u00a0the body\u2019s internal temperature<\/h2>\n

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Another unexpected effect of\u00a0insufficient sleep is\u00a0having cold hands and feet. \u201cBody temperature is\u00a0also under circadian control\u2026 Sleep loss can impair the body\u2019s ability to\u00a0manage and adjust its internal temperature, causing fluctuations and discomfort in\u00a0the hands and other extremities,\u201d Ms.<\/p>\n

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Artis explained.<\/p>\n

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Another study investigated the potential relationship between sleep disturbances and various types of\u00a0constipation in\u00a0patients. The findings suggested that people with a\u00a0history of\u00a0insufficient sleep had a\u00a0significantly higher risk of\u00a0developing constipation, highlighting the importance of\u00a0sleep quality in\u00a0gastrointestinal health.<\/p>\n

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The amount of\u00a0sleep a\u00a0person needs varies based on\u00a0multiple factors. \u201cA\u00a0healthy adult usually needs around 7\u00a0to\u00a09\u00a0hours of\u00a0sleep,\u201d the NHS advises. However, individual requirements differ depending on\u00a0factors such as\u00a0age, health, and personal circumstances.<\/p>\n

Some people naturally require more sleep than others. Teenagers, children, and babies need additional rest to\u00a0support their growth, with newborns sleeping anywhere from 8\u00a0to\u00a016\u00a0hours a\u00a0day.<\/p>\n

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\u201cDuring sleep, the body balances hormones like ghrelin and leptin, which control hunger and satiety,\u201d Ms. Artis explained. Without adequate rest, ghrelin levels spike, making people feel hungrier, while leptin levels decrease, reducing the feeling of\u00a0fullness. \u201cThis hormonal imbalance triggers overeating, especially cravings for high-calorie sugary foods.\u201d According to\u00a0Ms. Artis, sleep deprivation may also play…<\/p>\n

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