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Myth: Exercising on an empty stomach is more effective for losing fat

The truth is that there is very little difference in overall fat loss whether you exercise in a fasted or fed state. In some cases you may burn slightly more fat in a fasted state, but it doesn’t make much difference during the rest of the day and tends to even out after eating. And, you are more likely to burn more muscle in a fasted state, although that will tend to even out as well if you are eating adequate protein.

Exercising near maximum capacity (heavy lifting, sprints, HIIT, etc) without eating first may negatively impact performance. But you may prefer aerobic exercise or jogging on an empty stomach.

Fat and weight loss are more related to overall calorie expenditure and needs, and the timing of your exercise doesn’t change the overall balance in a significant way.

What really matters is your personal preference. If you need to eat first to have enough energy for a quality workout, that’s what you should do. While some people may feel light-headed or sluggish, others may feel lighter or more energized exercising on an empty stomach.

The bottom line is that it is important that you exercise consistently. When you choose to exercise makes little difference with regard to fat loss, muscle preservation, overall calorie intake, or metabolic rate.

So, when is the best time to exercise? When you feel strongest, most energetic, and most likely to be consistent.

Sleep Better to Live Better

Adequate amounts of quality sleep are a key part of a healthy lifestyle. And it can support your heart, weight, mood, and more. According to many experts, sleep habits should be thought of as a “vital sign” of good health.

Some of the benefits of good sleep seem obvious, like improved athletic performance, being a better mood, or children doing better in school. Here are a few more benefits that might not be as obvious, but can still make a big impact on your overall health and well-being.

Improve Memory and Creativity

Your body may be resting while you sleep, but your mind stays busy. Research indicates that your mind can strengthen memories or even practice skills that were learned while you were awake.

In addition to consolidating and strengthening memories, your brain can reorganize and restructure them, resulting in greater creativity.

Maintain a Healthier Weight

Several studies have shown that sleep deprivation can result in a significant increase in calories consumed during the day. That also includes a higher fat intake and lower protein consumption.

Dieters in other studies have reported being hungrier after getting less sleep. This isn’t surprising, since the hormones that drive sleep and appetite are controlled by similar parts of the brain.

Avoid Traffic Accidents

It is rarely discussed, but sleepy drivers account for more fatal, single-car, run-off-the-road crashes than alcohol. In some people, getting inadequate sleep for even one night can impair driving as much as having an alcoholic drink.

Improved Lifespan

Not only may you live better if you sleep better, but you may even liver longer. In one study, middle-aged women who got less than five hours of sleep per night had a higher mortality rate than women who slept between five and six-and-a-half hours per night.

Recommendations for Improving Sleep Quality

1. Go to bed at a similar time each night and rise at the same time each morning.
2. Turn your bedroom into a quiet, dark, and relaxing environment, which is neither too hot or too cold.
3. Make sure your bed is comfortable and use it only for sleeping—not for reading, watching TV, listening to music, etc. Remove all TVs, computers, and other gadgets from the bedroom.
4. Avoid large meals before bedtime.

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