science Wired Science 2026-07-20

Even Mild Sleep Deprivation Linked to Increased Weight Gain Risk

A recent study indicates that insufficient sleep, even mild deprivation, heightens the risk of weight gain. This, in turn, can increase susceptibility to conditions like heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

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