Think about what you do before bedtime. There are actually some activities that can make it difficult for you to fall asleep, stay asleep or even get restful sleep. That is why it is important to take a look at your daily routines, right down to what you eat, drink, medications you take and how […]
Our children suffer more than we might when it comes to sleep apnea. But why is that? It’s because children have smaller lungs, which means they have less oxygen in reserve. As a result, children take frequent, shallow breaths rather than slow, deep breaths. This then causes a child to have too much carbon dioxide […]
A recent study found that oversleeping can be harmful for us. It can be even more harmful for older people. This is often called sleep affluence, and it is important to pay attention to. While too little sleep can also impact your health, it is important that you don’t sleep too much either. Let’s take […]
When you are nonstop working, it can lead to a slump in creativity. To make matters worse, if you lose out on sleep, that can interrupt your days as well. That leaves us with the question, does sleep improve our creativity? It does! Let’s take a closer look at this connection between your sleep and […]
Sleep apnea has a devastating effect on your body. It can also have a severe impact on your mental state. If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you may also experience anxiety. If you do experience anxiety, you may also be more prone to panic attacks. To add to that, your anxiety can even […]
We continue to navigate the ongoing pandemic, which can be uncertain at times. This uncertainty and added stress can make it harder to settle down for a good night’s rest each night. And when you miss out on that sleep, it can end up weakening your immune system. That means you could be at a […]
If you suffer from sleep apnea, you may experience daytime lethargy. This is because of the frequent bouts of apnea experienced that decreases the overall time spent in deep sleep. As a result of this lack of sleep, you may find that you want to take more daytime naps. While taking a nap might seem […]
There is an elephant in the room and it is medical insurance. We all have to deal with it when we go to the doctor, but one question remains. Can medical insurance be used to cover sleep apnea treatment? The short answer is, yes. Let’s learn more about how this works. Medical insurance and sleep […]
Similar to other health conditions, there are different types of sleep apnea that you might be suffering from. That is why it is important to understand each type of sleep apnea. It helps you to better understand your specific condition for proper diagnosis. Here are three types of sleep apnea to watch out for. Obstructive […]
When it comes to camping with a friend, family member or significant other, it is important that you enjoy your time together. It isn’t fun if you have to sleep in separate tents or cabins across the camp ground. If your camping buddy is snoring uncontrollably, you might want to guide him in the direction […]