How Sleep Impacts Weight Loss and Your Hunger Hormones with Sarah Pelc Graca & Brittney Lynn
Welcome back to Catching Zzz’s! I’m Brittney Lynn, producer of the Catching Zzz’s podcast and Better Sleep Council representative and this week I’m interviewing Sarah Pelc Graca who is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, nutrition coach, and founder of Strong with Sarah. Sarah helps her clients lose weight, build confidence, and feel energized while still enjoying wine, chocolate, and social life in moderation.
During our conversation, Sarah shares why getting quality rest goes far beyond feeling refreshed—it directly impacts our hunger hormones, daily movement, and even the choices we make around food.
From diving into the biological effects of sleep deprivation on hormones, to practical advice you can use when sick or navigating today’s “food everywhere” culture, this episode is packed with tips and real-life wisdom for anyone looking to lose weight or simply live healthier—without extreme diets or rigid restriction.
Whether you’re in the early stages of a health journey or just curious about why sleep really matters, this conversation will help you rethink your nightly routine and its ripple effects throughout your day.
MEET SARAH
Sarah Pelc Graca is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), nutrition coach, and founder of Strong with Sarah. After struggling with her own weight through busy seasons of life, Sarah discovered that sustainable weight loss isn’t about diets or deprivation… It’s about small, realistic habits that fit real life. Today, she helps her clients lose weight, build confidence, and feel energized while still enjoying wine, chocolate, and social life in moderation. A former dancer, University of Michigan grad, and mom, Sarah blends behavior change science with real-world coaching to help clients create results that actually last.
CONNECT WITH SARAH
WEBSITE: www.strongwithsarah.com | INSTAGRAM: @strong.with.sarah
