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Poor Sleep May Up Obesity Risk

People who suffer from chronic sleep loss or who carry out night shift work are more likely to put on weight. Disrupted sleep can alter the metabolism and increases the body's ability to store fat.

Poor Sleep May Up Obesity Risk

Poor Sleep May Up Obesity Risk

Poor sleep or working night shifts may increase the risk of obesity and diabetes. Lack of adequate sleep can make you gain weight, look fat, tired and weak.

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