Role of sleep and circadian disruption on energy expenditure and in metabolic predisposition to human obesity and metabolic disease

Feb 7, 2017Obesity reviews : an official journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity

How Sleep and Body Clock Problems Are Linked to Energy Use and Risk of Obesity and Metabolic Disease

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Abstract

Sleep disruption and circadian misalignment are associated with poor metabolic health.

  • Millions of individuals do not get enough sleep, which may negatively affect their metabolic function.
  • Shift work and social activities occurring at non-ideal times could lead to excess caloric intake.
  • Food consumption during misaligned biological times may hinder effective energy metabolism.
  • Incorrect timing of wakefulness and sleep could decrease overall energy expenditure.
  • Disrupted glucose metabolism may occur in response to short sleep and circadian misalignment.
  • Disturbed sleep and circadian rhythms are considered modifiable risk factors for metabolic disease.

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