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Episode 131: Sleep Science

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What Is Sleep Apnia?

obstructive sleep apnia is observed and reported by partners or family members who observe snoring. Obese people are at a much higher risk of sleep apne because of increased neck fat around which can increase the risk of obstruction during sleep, although it's not obstructive. Nacalepsy refers to a decreased ability to regulate sleep wake cycles. Symptoms include periods of excessive day time sleepiness and involuntary sleep episodes. S about 70 % of those who have insomnia experience periodic episodes of sudden loss of muscle strength known no as cataplexy. Sleep walking is a phenomena where you sort of combine aspects of sleep and wakefulness in non rem sleep. It tends to occur during slow wave

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