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Why we crave junk food at night (and what to do about it)

Why we crave junk food at night (and what to do about it)

Episode 802 Published 1 year, 1 month ago
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Why do late-night snack cravings hit so hard? It’s more than just willpower—circadian rhythms, sleep, and modern habits all play a role. Here’s how to manage them.

References:

The internal circadian clock increases hunger and appetite in the evening independent of food intake and other behaviors - PubMed

Effect of Sleep Extension on Objectively Assessed Energy Intake Among Adults With Overweight in Real-life Settings: A Randomized Clinical Trial - PubMed

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