Scientists discover how deep sleep builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts the brain
First reported Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:14:50 GMT · Last updated
Scientists have discovered a surprising two-way relationship between sleep and growth hormone, revealing how the brain carefully balances physical recovery with wakefulness. The findings could help explain why poor sleep harms metabolism and brain health, potentially opening the door to new treatments for sleep and neurological disorders.
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Scientists have discovered a surprising two-way relationship between sleep and growth hormone, revealing how the brain carefully balances physical recovery with wakefulness. The findings could help explain why poor sleep harms metabolism and brain health, potentially opening the door to new treatments for sleep and neurological disorders.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:14:50 GMT
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- 2026-10-17 05:14Science Daily — Scientists discover how deep sleep builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts the brain
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