The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka 58. Sleep Apnea | Causes and Treatments with Gary Brecka
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May 2, 2024 
Health and lifestyle optimization expert Gary Brecka discusses sleep apnea, a disorder that disrupts rest by causing breathing to repeatedly stop and start during sleep. Learn about the latest treatments, including AI-driven diagnostics, implants, surgeries, and personalized medicine research for more effective management.
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Sleep Apnea Disrupts Restorative Sleep
- Sleep apnea causes repeated breathing interruptions during sleep that disrupt rest and lower blood oxygen levels.
- These interruptions happen hundreds of times each night and impair the body's restorative sleep process.
Severe Health Risks of Untreated Apnea
- Untreated sleep apnea links directly to hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke, and depression.
- Disrupted breathing causes chronic cardiovascular stress and systemic inflammation increasing health risks.
Innovative Treatment Options Beyond CPAP
- Use adjustable airway pressure devices or implantable stimulators as alternatives to traditional CPAP machines.
- Consider surgical options and custom oral appliances to structurally stabilize the airway and improve breathing.