Gallery: Sleep The Weight Off: 7 Sleep Habits That Shed Pounds

You need your rest. No, 4 or 5 hours just do not cut it. According to most physicians, it’s not healthy for you to get less than six hours each and every night. Sleep is what reduces your stress levels, heals your cells and muscle tissue, sharpens your memory, improves your concentration and gives you more energy. You might already know all of that, but here’s something that probably didn’t know. There are certain things that you can do before turning in that will help you to lose weight while you’re sleeping.

We’re not saying that you’ll lose 10 pounds overnight. But if you apply the following tips to your sleep regimen, you should notice your pants feeling a little looser within a couple of weeks.