Sleep & Weight Loss Connection

Sleep & Weight Loss Connection

Author: Nutritional Weight & Wellness, Inc. June 27, 2022 Duration: 40:27

After considerable sleep research, sleep has been shown to be one of the most important and perhaps one of the least understood aspects of our life, wellness, and longevity. Our show topic this week is how lack of sleep slows your metabolism. The ideal amount of sleep for weight loss is between 7 ½ to 9 hours most nights, so if you aren’t getting adequate sleep, tune in! We are offering steps for getting better quality sleep by covering what foods and drinks cause us to wake up, sleep supplements many find helpful, research findings, and actions steps you can try right away.


Tune into Dishing Up Nutrition for honest conversations that cut through the noise of diet trends and conflicting health advice. Each episode features licensed nutritionists and dietitians from Nutritional Weight & Wellness, Inc., drawing on more than twenty-five years of hands-on experience. They translate complex science into actionable steps, focusing on how the foods on your plate directly influence your daily energy, mental clarity, and overall mood. This isn't about restrictive rules; it's about building a sustainable, nourishing relationship with real food-including animal proteins, healthy fats, and nutrient-dense carbohydrates. You'll hear practical strategies for making tangible changes, grounded in the understanding that what you eat fundamentally shapes how you feel. The discussions are rooted in real-life client successes and challenges, offering a relatable path toward balanced nutrition. Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, manage stress through diet, or simply find more vitality in your day, this podcast provides a trusted resource. It's a weekly dose of encouragement and expertise from professionals who have guided thousands, reminding you that better health is often built one thoughtful meal at a time.
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