While there continue to be mysteries surrounding the need for quality sleep, sleep disorders - especially sleep apnea - are fairly well understood by specialists. The general consensus is that, no, there really isn’t a “cure” for sleep apnea—especially for those diagnosed with moderate or severe apnea. However, there are treatment options available to those with sleep apnea to reduce or possibly eliminate their risks and symptoms. Lifestyle Changes Can Help Alleviate Symptoms There are a few lifestyle changes that are fairly well known to help reduce your risk of sleep apnea, or, in some cases, remove risks and symptoms...

Even the idea of sleep apnea is enough to drive people to potentially hazardous Google searches. In fact, interest in sleep apnea has skyrocketed in recent years, leading to an explosion in posts for “natural home remedies” or “secrets to beat sleep apnea.” But sleep apnea is a common medical malady that is easily treatable if you consult the right professionals and have good, medically correct information at your fingertips. Well, worry no more. We’ve debunked the top 5 most common sleep apnea myths to help you decide if taking a home sleep test is the right step for you....

In the past, to be tested for sleep apnea, you would have needed to sign up for a sleep study. The wait list for this type of testing could be long, and even with insurance, it could be expensive to undergo a sleep study just to check for sleep apnea. Instead of taking up a lot of your resources, you can opt to bring your sleep apnea testing into your home with the help of ApneaMed, thanks to the latest technological improvements. Test Yourself For Sleep Apnea At Home That’s right, there is no need to have a sleep study...

When it comes to looking for the signs of sleep apnea, many people know the more obvious symptoms such as daytime fatigue, dry mouth, and loud snoring. However, here at ApneaMed, we are dedicated to helping you identify more than just these obvious symptoms, and there are some surprising symptoms of sleep apnea you should know about. Depression Can Be A Symptom Of Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea can be disguised by depression, as they share many of the same symptoms. Since they share symptoms, this occurrence can leave sleep apnea undiagnosed, and only the depression treated. Yet, researchers have seen...

Our ability to enjoy a full, uninterrupted night of sleep affects many aspects of our lives, from our energy levels to our ability to remember things. Adults need 7-9 hours of sleep a night, yet those who struggle with untreated sleep apnea often miss out on their needed rest. Not only will your sleep disorder cause you to be more fatigued, but it can lead to weight gain thanks to several factors. Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Metabolism Untreated sleep apnea can cause you to wake up multiple times a night to restart your breathing. While you may not be...