Breathing is largely taken for granted by most people, most of the time. People with asthma, however, know breathing should never be taken for granted. Coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest pressure—as well as the other signs of an asthmatic attack—are reminders that breath is a precious thing. Many treatments exist to prevent or…
Many couples are enjoying better sleep thanks to the popular trend of snore rooms. Loud snoring has long been a cause of restless nights and extra strain on relationships and marriages. Snoring couples not familiar with, or not able to use anti snoring mouthpieces usually sleep apart. Lying next to a chronic snorer while trying…
Mouth breathing is common in children and adults, especially when chronic allergies or other illnesses are involved. At first, mouth breathing seems like a quirk, and many people assume that it’s only as an issue with snoring. Since mouth-breathing can be caused by factors outside of a patient’s control, like a deviated septum or enlarged…
Sleep disorders have profound and widespread health effects beyond just feeling tired. Your body needs sleep to function properly. While sleeping, your body restores chemical balances and heals damaged processes. New connections and memories are laid down in your brain. Without enough sleep, brain and body systems start to malfunction and affect your quality of…
Sleep apnea is a problem affecting millions of Americans today. Left untreated, sleep apnea can wreak havoc on physical and mental health. From heart disease and stroke to depression and anxiety, the number of health problems caused or worsened by snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are virtually innumerable. For this reason, treating sleep apnea as…
Not many views top the heartwarming sight of a sleeping baby. Their pudgy cheeks, soft skin, and angelic faces draw us in as they gently breathe in and out. While most of us adore this sight, there are times when a sleeping baby doesn’t appear as peaceful as we’d like. This is the case with…
Snoring is an uncomfortable fact of life that many have to deal with on a nightly basis. From chronic stress and lack of sleep to strained relationships, there are problems associated with snoring that can reduce your quality of life. Other health problems associated with snoring include high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, obesity, and…
Snoring raises the risk of several dental issues. If you’ve been told by loved ones that you’re a habitual snorer, read on to find out how enlightening your dentist could help you receive better preventative care. Identifying whether you snore You’ll know you snore if you sleep alongside a partner, but how do you tell…
Do you find yourself yawning all day or waking up feeling just as tired as when you laid down? You’re not alone. Americans today are not getting enough sleep. While you may simply find there are not enough hours in the day, there may be a deeper reason for the never-ending exhaustion. Sleep apnea has…
Vaping is an emerging trend among people of all age groups, generally viewed as less harmful than smoking tobacco. Vaping involves the use of flavored e-liquids, vaporized and smoked like a cigarette. The nicotine levels are lower than the levels in tobacco, and the e-liquids do not contain the same carcinogens that tobacco contains. Sleep…