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Can Sugar Keep You Awake? The Connection Between Sugar and Sleep

Middle-aged woman in pajamas standing in a kitchen at night, holding a sugary snack and wondering if sugar can affect sleep and cause insomnia

By Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D. Can sugar keep you awake? Many people are surprised to learn that the answer is yes. While stress and anxiety are common causes of insomnia, sugar can also affect sleep quality, energy levels, and nighttime awakenings. As a behavioral medicine psychologist specializing in insomnia, I often encourage patients to examine […]