Losing sleep linked to overeating

For individuals who receive a prescription to buy Lipitor to lower their cholesterol levels, a good night's sleep may be very important. New evidence suggests that people who lose sleep at night tend to eat more during the day, which could contribute to weight gain and poor heart health.

The finding is not the first to link poor sleep to potential heart health complications. Numerous studies have shown that a lack of rest can lead to high blood pressure. However, this is among the first to indicate that losing sleep can lead to cardiovascular problems by encouraging overeating.

For the study, researchers from the Mayo Clinic asked half of a group of 17 healthy young adults to restrict their sleep for eight nights. Compared to those who slept normal hours, these participants ate on average 549 more calories per day. They did not burn more calories, despite being awake longer.

These participants also had altered ghrelin and leptin levels, which are two hormones that regulate appetite.

By encouraging overeating, losing sleep could cause weight gain, which is a major risk factor for heart disease. Individuals who require a prescription to buy Liptor would do well to avoid sleeping problems.