March News 2024
march 28, 2024
Sleep doctors share the No. 1 red flag for sleep apnea
BestLife
Snoring is an extremely common sleep habit. As many as 90 million people in the U.S. have reported snoring at some point in their lives, while 37 million say they snore regularly, according to Yale Medicine. But how you snore is critical when it comes to potential long-term health consequences.
march 26, 2024
Most of us struggle to get a good night's sleep. Here's what experts suggest.
USA Today
Almost everyone is familiar with the sensation of tossing and turning in bed, finding sleep elusive. For the roughly 15% of people who struggle to consistently get a good night's sleep, researchers have a lot of advice, starting with a simple suggestion: Don't worry so much.
march 20, 2024
Night Sweats: A new indicator of sleep apnea severity
bnn
A recent study has established a novel correlation between night sweats and the severity of sleep apnea. This groundbreaking research not only highlights a non-invasive method to assess the severity of sleep apnea through night sweats, but also underscores the vital role of the oxygen desaturation index in the diagnosis of this disorder that affects millions worldwide.
march 6, 2024
Eating a healthy plant-based diet may make sleep apnea less likely
Medical News Today
There is a range of factors that may cause obstructive sleep apnea. However, a new study investigates the effect of a plant-based diet on the likelihood of developing OSA. While the study finds eating a plant-centric diet can help one avoid OSA, it also finds that the quality of that diet is critically important.