Cutting calories and exercise often helps a person lose weight. However, some people might have a harder time getting rid of excess body fat if they don’t get enough sleep. When people want to lose weight–particularly fat–they need to avoid sleep loss during the week because there is no such thing as “catching up on […]
Now that it is summer, how about a camping trip? It is a way to really enjoy the nice weather with friends, right? Maybe not if Billy is joining the crew for camping–he tends to snore louder than a freight train. When it comes to camping with a friend, family member or significant other you […]
Untreated sleep apnea is dangerous because it can lead to a variety of health conditions. From increased risk of cardiovascular disease to diabetes, health complications of sleep apnea are nothing to be ignored. While we raise awareness for aphasia, let’s take a look at the connection between sleep apnea and stroke, too. Heart disease and […]
Stroke is the number five cause of death and the leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke can have a variety of communication effects, one of which is aphasia. Stroke is the most common cause of aphasia, which is a language disorder that affects the ability to communicate. Awareness for aphasia June is […]
Each June is celebrated as men’s health month. Celebrated across the country, Men’s Health Month provides screenings, health fairs, media appearances, and other health education and outreach activities. Why? To help raise awareness for men and their health conditions. One area we need to focus on is that men have an increased risk of developing […]
A recent study categorized people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) based on their differing symptoms. It found that there was a strong link between excessive daytime sleepiness and cardiovascular disease. For those with OSA, it increases their hypertension risk. About 30% of people with high blood pressure also have OSA, according to the American Thoracic […]
Do you have trouble falling asleep? While it might be tempting to have a glass or two of wine before bed, think again. Insomnia is often accompanied by restlessness and anxiety, but alcohol can make you feel drowsy and relaxed. This might seem like an ideal combination when you need to wind down, but it […]
Maintaining optimal overall health requires adequate nutrition, regular physical activity, mental well-being and a good night’s sleep. Knowing that, when was the last time you got a good night’s sleep? If you can’t remember, then now is the time to educate yourself on the different sleep disorders and how they affect your health and well-being. […]
Untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has negative effects on medical conditions. You might have heard it already, but untreated OSA can be deadly. By visiting Craniofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Center of Georgia to learn more about sleep apnea, you can take charge of your health. In the infographic below you can learn more about […]
Sleep apnea can add extra stress on your heart. By treating sleep apnea, you can potentially protect yourself from hypertension, coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmia, congestive heart failure and sudden death. Sleep apnea’s stress on the heart should not go ignored. Take a look at the infographic below to learn more about sleep apnea and […]