What happens to your body when you don't get enough sleep

While one restless night's sleep is unlikely to cause health problems in the long term, consecutive nights of poor sleep can do more harm than many people realise. While one restless night's sleep is unlikely to cause health problems in the long term, consecutive nights of poor sleep can do more harm than many people realise Speaking to Daily Mail Australia, nutritionist and holistic expert Lee Holmes said a lack of sleep can wreak havoc on the gut. Speaking to Daily Mail Australia, nutritionist and holistic expert Lee Holmes said a lack of sleep can wreak havoc on the gut According to Lee, having an unhealthy balance of gut micro flora can also 'increase our pain perception, making us experience worse pain for longer periods of time'. Source: Better Health According to Lee, having an unhealthy balance of gut micro flora can also 'increase our pain perception, making us experience worse pain for longer periods of time' The hormones and neurotransmitters that are vital in regulating sleep are also controlled by the gut. Sleep deprivation can also lead to swollen and red eyes, sagging skin, faster ageing skin, a paler complexion, puffy eyes and decreased skin elasticity For those who don't believe they have a chronic issue, clinical nutritionist Jessica Sepel has offered some simple tips to sleep better and heal your body.