Sugary, Caffeinated Drinks Compromise Sleep

Individuals who don’t get much sleep are likely drinking more sugar-sweetened and caffeinated beverages than those who tend to get adequate slumber each night. An analysis of data on nearly 19,000 American adults showed that those who regularly slept five or fewer hours a night drank 21% more sugar-sweetened, caffeinated beverages than those who slept seven to eight hours each night. Furthermore, individuals who regularly slept six hours a night consumed 11% more of the drinks than those who got more sleep. The researchers believe there may be a positive feedback loop where sugary drinks and sleep loss reinforce one another, making it more difficult for people to shake their unhealthy sugar habit. Sleep Health, November 2016