HEALTHJul 6 · 21:00 UTCMEDPAGE TODAY

Chronically Short Sleep May Lead to Weight Gain in Adults With Heart Risks

A pooled analysis of two randomized trials suggests that chronically short sleep may lead to weight gain in adults with elevated cardiometabolic disease risk. The study links long-term insufficient sleep to increased weight in individuals already at higher heart risk.

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