Are you struggling to lose weight, or find that you are gaining weight? It might help to take a look at your sleep patterns. Poor sleep can significantly contribute to weight gain for several interconnected reasons: 1. Hormonal Imbalance Leptin and Ghrelin : Sleep deprivation can disrupt the balance of hormones that regulate appetite. Leptin, which signals fullness, decreases when you don’t get enough sleep, while ghrelin, which stimulates hunger, increases. This imbalance ca