Why Sleep Is the Missing Key to Weight Loss

Most people think fat loss is all about diet and exercise. I used to, too. But over the years, I’ve learned the one factor that can make or break your results: sleep. Quality rest affects hormones, metabolism, and cravings — and without it, even perfect nutrition and workouts might not deliver results. Here’s why sleep is the secret weapon you’re missing, and how to use it to burn fat more effectively.

1. How Sleep Affects Hormones

Two key hormones control appetite: ghrelin (hunger hormone) and leptin (satiety hormone). Poor sleep ...