“CBD” is a popular buzzword among holistic health enthusiasts. Many people believe that it can help with a broad range of ailments, including sleep problems, while others tend to shy away because it is derived from marijuana. But what is the truth about this compound? Can CBD help with sleep in Melbourne? Let’s take a look at some relevant research.
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What You Should & Shouldn’t Eat if You Have Obstructive Sleep Apnea
November 5, 2021
The holidays are upon us and that likely means you’ll be participating in celebrations where there will be an abundance of food to enjoy. Maybe you’re even looking to learn how to bake your grandmother’s famous apple pie or some delicious holiday cookies? New food and recipes mean new ingredients. Along with cooking and baking, comes taste testing and eating your delicious (hopefully!) new creations. However, if you suffer from diagnosed or potentially undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea, what you eat can help ease or, conversely, exacerbate the condition. With this in mind, it’s important to know which foods are safe for you to enjoy, and which ones you should avoid or limit. Below, you’ll find a list of foods that will help you get your much-needed rest.
Tips for Traveling with Sleep Apnea
November 4, 2021
Traveling when you have sleep apnea can be a task—dragging a bulky CPAP machine through airport security, trying to take a power nap while on the plane without using it, and getting it to plug into the worn-out electrical outlets in your hotel room. P While business trips or vacations are a time to “get away” from everyday life, you can’t get away from your everyday routine, especially your health routines and that includes your sleep apnea treatment.. Traveling with sleep apnea isn’t always easy, especially when you rely on a CPAP to help you sleep. We’ve compiled a few suggestions below to help you protect your precious sleep while away from home.
(more…)Can Essential Oils Relieve Sleep Apnea?
October 5, 2021
Essential oils have become the go-to natural remedy for a wide range of health conditions. In some cases, they are quite effective. In other cases, though, they have little to no real benefits for people who are seeking relief from their symptoms. Can they serve as an effective part of your sleep apnea treatment in Melbourne? Yes! Although they cannot replace your conventional treatment from a medical professional, there are several essential oils that have been shown to promote relaxation and high-quality sleep. Let’s talk about a few that you might consider using.
(more…)TMJ and Sleep Apnea — The Surprising Connection
October 1, 2021
Do you often experience jaw pain? Are you frequently tired throughout the day? Has your partner complained that you snore at night? If so, you might be suffering from both TMJ and sleep apnea in Boca Raton. Together, these conditions can endanger your health and lower your everyday quality of life. Let’s talk about how they may be connected and what you can do to find relief from both problems.
(more…)Is Sleep Apnea a Risk Factor for Cancer in Women?
September 25, 2021
Cancer is one of the most common causes of death in the United States. While some cases of this devastating disease are due to unchangeable factors, such as genetics, other cases stem from modifiable risk factors. Research indicates that sleep apnea might be one such risk factor, particularly in women. Let’s talk about how these two conditions may be related and how sleep apnea treatment in Vero Beach may prove to be lifesaving.
(more…)How Are Anxiety and Sleep Apnea Connected?
September 20, 2021
Throughout the years, both formal research and observations by medical professionals have found that anxiety and sleep disorders often exist in the same patients. For example, according to one study, anxiety is present in about half of people who suffer from sleep apnea. Is it a coincidence that these two conditions so often coexist, or is there a cause-and-effect relationship between anxiety and sleep apnea in Boca Raton? Let’s discuss this important topic.
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