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Podcast: ReInvent Healthcare
Episode: The Sleep-Appetite Connection
Description: In this episode of ReInvent Healthcare, we will discuss the relationship between lack of sleep and appetite. We go in-depth into the different hormones that are affected by sleep and how these can trigger hunger. We will also discuss the different areas in the brain that can affect appetite. IN THIS EPISODE: [04:30] Sleep deprivation and increased Ghrelin production resulting in food cravings [05:30] Lower Leptin levels and increased food consumption [7:00] The importance of Adiponectin [9:45] Neuropeptide Y appetite stimulation [12:00] Lack of sleep and the areas in the brain that affect appetite KEY TAKEAWAYS: Children need a...