Sleep and Nutrition

What is it about?

This review highlights and summarizes the literature connecting sleep to the field of nutrition. The physiology of sleep, sleep recommendation and trends, and the obesity-sleep association are reviewed. Possible mechanisms underlying the sleep-obesity association are discussed. The review ends with a discussion on the incorporation of sleep assessment and sleep hygiene in the practices of nutrition professionals.

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Why is it important?

Numerous lifestyle factors contribute to nutritional status. This review indicates sleep within the complex web of these factors. It is important for nutrition professionals, as well as other health science professionals, to consider the impact of sleep on the nutritional/health status of their patients, clients, subjects, and patrons.