You haven’t been sleeping well all week, and when mid-afternoon hits, all you can think of is a big frosted brownie or maybe a coffee drink loaded with flavorings, milk, and even some whipped cream on top. Does this sound familiar? We know that lack of sleep isn't good for our health, and neither is eating food that is bad for us. You may not connect the two, but two UW-Madison researchers have found that there can indeed be a cause and effect at work.
Eating is a matter of survival since our bodies need a certain amount of calories...