Sleep apnea is a condition that affects a large number of people. This phenomenon causes breathing to be interrupted during sleep and is responsible for fatigue, stress and sudden death. Although there are several risk factors, such as obesity, smoking or family inheritance, age is...
We have been living in challenging times during the last year and a half and have had to face a lot of uncertainties. As a result, many people have found their sleeping habits upturned due to anxiety and stress. A healthy sleep is important for...
They may not be seen as similar issues, sleep apnea and high blood pressure are actually closely related. As sleep apnea restricts the amount of oxygen in your body, it affects blood oxygen levels, which the brain needs to function effectively. As a result, the...
A large part of effective CPAP treatment for sleep apnea is determining the correct air pressure level to best suit your needs. There is no one perfect setting for every patient, so it can take multiple consultations to get it right. Having the right air...
Gone are the days where people could be blissfully unaware of the negative health consequences of smoking. Thanks to extensive studies and aggressive public messaging, the effects of smoking are no secret. Smoking can cause serious health risks such as heart disease, cancer, depression, and...
Sleep apnea is a condition that often goes unnoticed in patients for long periods of time. There are common symptoms for those that have the condition: very loud snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness, and pauses in breathing that makes someone wake up just to breathe. Even if...
We take care to make sure we put the right things into our bodies. We try to eat the right foods and keep out the unhealthy stuff. We apply sunscreen to protect from harmful UV rays. We eat sweets and treats in moderation. We care...
Sleeping off glasses of wine, beer or hard liquor may not work out in the way that you think it does — the drinks will negatively affect your quality of sleep, making you feel worse for wear in the morning. Even taking a nightcap to...
Dealing with obstructive sleep apnea can be hard enough for a person to deal with — it can leave them feeling fatigued and unwell on a regular basis. Having type 2 diabetes only adds to the daily stresses of living with chronic medical conditions. If...
You may be aware of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), or you are at least familiar with its symptoms. There is actually another version of the disorder called central sleep apnea, which has symptoms that are less noticeable. Here is a helpful rundown of what you...