Sleep Apnea Myths Can Kill

 I was diagnosed with OSA--Obstructive Sleep Apnea-- in 2010. I began using a CPAP (continuous positive air pressure) breathing machine. It's helped me rest and has quite possibly saved my life. I've always had sleep problems. Now that I know why, I've researched apnea. I've found a lot of misinformation circulated by those who don't have it. Some myths are mean stereotyping. Others could kill. Dangerous Myths About Obstructive Sleep Apnea

How to Use a CPAP Breathing Machine to Treat Sleep Apnea

You've finally done it--you had the sleep study and were diagnosed with sleep apnea (good job, it took some of us decades to do something about our sleep problems). You got your CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) breathing machine. And I know just what you're thinking now--will this thing really work? I've been using a CPAP for three years-- I've tried nose strips, cones and sleep gadgets. If you have serious breathing problems, the CPAP is the only way to get relief. Here's a layman's guide to getting the most benefit from your breathing machine.  How to Use a CPAP Breathing Machine to Treat Sleep Apnea 

CPAP Breathing Machines for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

If you've been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, chances are you've been prescribed a CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) breathing machine. Now comes the challenging part--you have to habituate yourself to actually use your CPAP every night. You may be wondering just how sleeping hooked to a machine will affect your life. Here are common questions CPAP newbies often ask, along with answers from a 3-year breathing machine user (me!) read more

Sleep Disorders and Treatment Options

Health Problems and Sleep Disorders and Problems Plus Solutions and Treatments
Do you struggle with lack of sleep? Perhaps you can't get to sleep, stay asleep, get restful sleep or get enough sleep. Whatever the issue, here is a list of common health problems and sleep disorders along with solutions and treatment suggestions.
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Stop Snoring Nose Plug Nose Cone Product Review

Stop Snoring Breathe EZ Nose Clip and Nose Cone Device Review
I have had breathing touble and snoring problems all of my life. Before using a CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) night time breathing machine and mask, I tried many stop snoring remedies. This is a review of the silicone nose clip or nose cones.
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Breathe Right Snore Relief Nasal Strips Sleep Aid Product Review

Breathe Right Snore Relief Nasal Strips Product Review
I have snored heavily all of my life. Before I discovered, via a sleep study that I had sleep apnea, I tried every kind of stop snoring cure on the market. Breathe Right Snore Relief Nasal Strips was one of the first products I used to stop snoring.
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Diet Tips: Sleep Well, Lose Weight

Healthy Diet Tips: Sleep Apnea and Lack of Sleep Affect Weight Gain
I've suffered from sleep apnea all my life; I snore heavily, stop breathing and spend most of my sleep time in stage one sleep. For several years I've battled weight gain. Getting adequate sleep is essential for healthy weight loss.
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea- OSA; Health Advisory

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): Deadly Sleep-Disorder
Do you know someone who snores heavily, seems to stop breathing during sleep,dreams vivdly or is constantly tired? Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)can be life-threatening, but is treatable without surgery, drugs or needles.
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