Sleepless nights may make you eat more and move less
NCT ID NCT07393607
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how one night of partial sleep loss changes appetite, food choices, and physical activity. Researchers will compare regular exercisers and inactive adults after a full night's sleep versus only 3 hours of sleep. The goal is to understand how sleep deprivation influences eating and movement behaviors.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help explain why poor sleep leads to overeating and less activity, pointing toward better weight management strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 48 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and it only looks at short-term effects.
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