Sleep problems linked to weight gain in middle-age

As if simply getting older weren't hard enough, new research shows that middle-aged and older women who have trouble falling or staying asleep may pack on more pounds than their well-rested contemporaries.
A number of studies have found that sleep-deprived children and adults are more likely to be overweight than those who usually get a full night's rest. But many of those studies assessed people at one point in time, so it was hard to know which came first, the sleep problems or the excess pounds.

Sleep problems linked to weight gain in middle-age

Lack of sleep has been linked to serious conditions such as obesity and diabetes. Watch this segment to understand how you can get the rest you need to stay healthy and active.  Watch this video on tips to getting a good night's sleep:


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