Dr. Oz's Holiday Secrets 1 of 4 Sleep Does a Body Good Getting seven hours of sleep per night helps keep you from turning to food—especially carbohydrates—for comfort. This will also promote muscle growth. Therefore, you should stay away from habits that interrupt sound sleep, like drinking too much alcohol and eating within three hours of bedtime. Cook your way to a healthier New Year. » From the show Dr. Oz Answers Your Burning Weight Loss Questions Paging Dr. Oz—answers on dieting, cravings and exercise! YOU can eat healthy fast food. How kids can talk health with other kids. The dorm room workout Talk about this show on our message boards!