In a study published in 2014, it was observed that subjects who lost at least 5% of their weight after 6 months of study, gained an average of 21,6 minutes of sleep per night, compared to 1,2 minutes for those who had lost less than 5% of their weight [1].

On the other hand, an overweight person is more likely to suffer from sleep apnea (stopping breathing during sleep), due to an enlarged airway that can close during sleep.

According to a study published in 2009 in the British Medical Journal [2], significant weight loss in obese patients reduced symptoms of sleep apnea.

Knowing that untreated sleep apnea is associated with an increased risk of traffic accidents, stroke and cardiovascular disease and that severe sleep apnea is associated with a risk of premature death, it’s worth it. to think about it.