Monday, March 10, 2014

Sleep-Deprived Obese Teens May Face Health Risks

Sleep-Deprived Obese Teens May Face Health Risks

Teens are notoriously sleep-deprived, what with early school start times and late nights filled with homework and social activities. But a small new study shows the importance of adequate sleep for obese teens in particular. Researchers from the University of Michigan Health System and Baylor University found that not getting enough sleep at night is associated with cardiometabolic risks in obese teens. Adolescents between ages 10 and 17 are recommended to get between 8.5 and 9.25...Read More
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