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Psychoneuroendocrinology September 2013 PMID 23428257

Acute sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men.

Pleunie S Hogenkamp, Emil Nilsson, Victor C Nilsson, Colin D Chapman, Heike Vogel, Lina S Lundberg, Sanaz Zarei, Jonathan Cedernaes, Frida H Rångtell, Jan-Erik Broman, Suzanne L Dickson, Jeffrey M Brunstrom, Christian Benedict, Helgi B Schiöth

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The discussions reflect a strong agreement with the article, with posts highlighting how even one night of poor sleep can significantly alter hunger and portion sizes, using words like 'fundamental' and 'explain.' The tone combines scientific reasoning with practical concerns, demonstrating both interest and awareness of health impacts.

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Most posts acknowledge and support the study's findings, emphasizing the link between sleep deprivation and increased food intake.

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Discussions demonstrate high curiosity about how sleep deprivation influences eating behavior and weight management.

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There is recognition that the research has meaningful implications for understanding obesity and designing better health interventions.

Abstract in brief

  • Acute sleep deprivation leads to increased food intake, larger portion sizes, and higher hunger levels in young men, regardless of the type of food (snacks or meals).
  • The study found that sleep loss raises plasma ghrelin levels, which are associated with hunger, and this correlates with choosing bigger food portions.
  • Both biological (hunger, ghrelin) and psychological factors (hedonic desire for food) influence overeating after a night of sleep deprivation, especially for snacks, but not necessarily for larger meal portions.
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*Moon*
@Luna_Mfitnesss · X

Con sólo una noche de privación de suficiente descanso, es suficiente PARA ALTERAR LA SENSACIÓN DE HAMBRE y se eligen porciones más grandes de comida. EL DESCANSO es fundamental para bajar de peso y perder grasa. https://t.co/kAH3UYau1U #vivefitness

Aug 26, 2021 · 4 likes · 11,940 followers View post →
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#MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University https://t.co/l9l2wHiKw1

Mar 8, 2021 · 3 likes · 4 shares · 1,337 followers View post →
Hugh Thomas
@justhugh_t · X

Acute sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men https://t.co/sEsl0Zx9eJ

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Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

This may explain increased food intake and lipid accumulation in adipocytes, as previously observed after one night of sleep loss. Refs: https://t.co/lJwfMAtCw8 https://t.co/qctOP9wFwl

Nov 25, 2022 · 1 share · 19,486 followers View post →
Carmine M. Pariante
@CarminePariante · X

RT @PNECJournal: #MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University…

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RT @PNECJournal: #MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University…

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RT @nick_krontiris: This may explain increased food intake and lipid accumulation in adipocytes, as previously observed after one night of…

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Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

This may explain increased food intake and lipid accumulation in adipocytes, as previously observed after one night of sleep loss. Refs: https://t.co/lJwfMAtCw8 https://t.co/qctOP9wFwl

Nov 25, 2022 · 1 share · 19,486 followers View post →
Danny James
@Danny_Lee_James · X

See: https://t.co/fiIg3NmNqp

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Michael Frazier
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RT @Luna_Mfitnesss: Con sólo una noche de privación de suficiente descanso, es suficiente PARA ALTERAR LA SENSACIÓN DE HAMBRE y se eligen porciones más grandes de comida. EL DESCANSO es fundamental para bajar de peso y perder grasa. https://t.co/9ScqcarzgY #vivefitness

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*Moon*
@Luna_Mfitnesss · X

Con sólo una noche de privación de suficiente descanso, es suficiente PARA ALTERAR LA SENSACIÓN DE HAMBRE y se eligen porciones más grandes de comida. EL DESCANSO es fundamental para bajar de peso y perder grasa. https://t.co/kAH3UYau1U #vivefitness

Aug 26, 2021 · 4 likes · 11,940 followers View post →
Hugh Thomas
@justhugh_t · X

Acute sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men https://t.co/sEsl0Zx9eJ

May 25, 2021 · 1 like · 8,355 followers View post →
Carmine M. Pariante
@CarminePariante · X

RT @PNECJournal: #MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University…

Mar 8, 2021 · 4 shares · 5,727 followers View post →
Dr. Lotte van Dammen
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RT @PNECJournal: #MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University…

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ISPNE
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RT @PNECJournal: #MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University…

Mar 8, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,264 followers View post →
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RT @PNECJournal: #MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University…

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@PNECJournal · X

#MostDownloadedMonday Acute #sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men @UU_University https://t.co/l9l2wHiKw1

Mar 8, 2021 · 3 likes · 4 shares · 1,337 followers View post →
MaryJo
@MJ_Cycles · X

A vicious cycle? Why focusing on the things you have control over matter. Ironically the body will in return, crave foods that cause a restless sleep: Acute sleep deprivation increases portion size and affects food choice in young men - ScienceDirect https://t.co/6idbf2k9d8

Jun 29, 2020 · 268 followers View post →