Why Calorie Deficits Mess with Your Sleep (And How to Fix It)

LiftingLindsay's More Than Fitness

In this episode, I explore the intricate relationship between caloric deficits and sleep quality, discussing how reducing calorie intake can disrupt sleep patterns. I highlight the importance of recognizing signs of fatigue and knowing when to adjust your diet or lifestyle for better health. Finally, I address various factors contributing to sleep disturbances in the context of dieting and offer tips for improving sleep hygiene.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• (00:08) - Why does calorie defict mess with my sleep?
• (02:49) - Noticing when I'm tired
• (04:25) - How do you know you should make changes?
• (07:52) - What happens when the caloric deficit is causing the lack of sleep?
• (11:21) - What happens in a calorie deficit?
• (12:24) - Why do we experience lack of sleep during calorie deficit?
• (16:33) - What can we do about it?

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