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10 Times It's Okay to Break the Rules

Sometimes being “bad” is actually better for your health

By Charlotte Andersen
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It's okay to turn off your alarm and skip your morning workout every once in a while! This is especially true if you're trying to lose weight. A study from the University of Chicago found that sleep deprivation increases levels of a hunger hormone and decreases levels of a hormone that makes you feel full, which can lead to overeating and weight gain.

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