Breathing predominantly through the mouth while sleeping is quite common but is not ideal. This type of nocturnal breathing can cause a dry mouth in the morning, bad breath and is also why some people experience drooling while asleep. …

If you have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, your sleep therapist may have suggested a number of lifestyle changes to help relieve these symptoms — such as sleeping on your side, avoiding alcohol, quitting smoking….

he health dangers of smoking are well publicized. However, lifestyle choices like smoking can have a larger impact on our daily lives than we may realize. Research shows that those who smoke are almost twice as likely to snore than non-smokers. …

Testosterone is a hormone produced by both men and women. Its role goes beyond the reproductive system and someone’s sex drive. Testosterone also impacts bone strength, behavior and mood. …

Obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, is a condition that causes the air passage to become obstructed as the body relaxes during sleep. Millions of Americans suffer from the disorder with cases ranging from mild to extreme but many simply accept OSA and the problems that accompany the condition….

It was recently revealed that President Joe Biden has started using a CPAP machine to treat his sleep apnea. The President is far from being alone in experiencing this sleep disorder. The American Medical Association estimates that more than 30 million Americans have sleep apnea….

Whether you are caring for someone suffering from obstructive sleep apnea or you wish to learn more about its severity, it’s important to learn the severity of sleep apnea. 

We will begin with a brief overview of sleep apnea before moving on to discuss how its stages can differ between individuals (and what this signifies in terms of possible treatment options). …

Have you – or someone you know – been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea? If so, you are likely already aware of many of the most common symptoms. …

Nearly half of adults have high blood pressure (aka, hypertension) – and only about one-quarter have their blood pressure under control. It’s known as a “silent disease” as there are no symptoms of high blood pressure….

Interrupted breathing is a primary symptom of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) – and can greatly affect your heart’s function. OSA has been specifically linked to a chronic condition known as bradycardia. In order to better appreciate the risks, it is first a good idea to examine bradycardia….