Mild Sleep Deprivation Linked to Higher Risk of Weight Gain, Study Finds

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A new study has found that even mild sleep deprivation may contribute to weight gain in individuals. Researchers suggest that insufficient sleep raises the likelihood of developing obesity-related conditions. These include serious health issues such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes. The findings highlight the broader health consequences of consistently poor or inadequate sleep.

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