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If We Go To Sleep Hungry, Why Do We Wake Up Feeling Less Hungry?


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In this insightful episode of ‘The Short Answer’ podcast, we explore the captivating world of our body's response to hunger and fasting. We address the intriguing query: 'If We Go To Sleep Hungry, Why Do We Wake Up Feeling Less Hungry?'. Learn about the concept of fasting, how our body utilizes carbohydrates, and the factors influencing our feeling of hunger upon waking. From the influence of hormones leptin and ghrelin to the risks associated with high-carb meals before bedtime, we reveal the physiological processes that occur when we fast. The complex workings of our body shine a light on a phenomenon many of us experience but seldom understand. Join us in this journey of discovery, breaking down complex science into the short answers you seek.


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References:

http://web.archive.org/web/20210912095016/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK21190/

http://web.archive.org/web/20180419025307/http://www2.highlands.edu:80/academics/divisions/scipe/biology/faculty/harnden/2190/notes/5.htm


Original Article Link:

https://www.scienceabc.com/eyeopeners/if-we-go-to-sleep-hungry-why-do-we-wake-up-feeling-less-hungry.html


Voice Over Artist:

John Staughton ( https://www.fiverr.com/jswildwood )

Intro by: Natasha/elevenlabs.io


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