Obstructive sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that can be treated with mandibular advancement devices (MADs). These devices work by pushing the lower jaw forward during sleep, which helps keep the airway open. There are different types of MADs, and they can be customized or ready-made. They can
A decade ago, a company named Sleep Health set out on a mission to improve sleep quality. They joined forces with the National Sleep Foundation. This organization is dedicated to promoting better sleep habits and raising awareness about sleep-related issues. Sleep Health has been a key player in ad
Ramadan is a month of fasting for Muslims worldwide. For those with type 2 diabetes, it poses unique challenges. Blood sugar levels can become unstable. This can lead to fatigue and disrupted sleep. These issues are more common during Ramadan. Why does this happen? The answer lies in the changes to
Women who have had gestational diabetes (GD) during pregnancy have a higher chance of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) later in life. Sleep is a crucial part of our daily routine. It affects our overall health, including how our bodies handle sugar and fat. But, how does sleep affect the transition
Ever wondered if your sleep habits are influencing your health? Let's dive into the findings from a recent study. The study looked at over 62, 000 healthy adults in Japan. The average sleep time was about 6. 2 hours for men and 6. 1 hours for women. Interestingly, older folks, especially me
Women often try short-term dieting, which can help with sleep issues in those who are obese. But what happens when women who are not obese try it? This is what researchers wanted to find out. They looked at how eating less affects sleep and how it interacts with hormones that control the menstrual c
Professional rugby players often travel long distances for games. This travel can mess with their sleep patterns. Scientists wanted to see how travel and games affect the sleep of these athletes. They used special equipment to monitor the sleep of twenty professional rugby players. The players were
Axial Spondyloarthritis, or axSpA, is a type of arthritis that primarily affects the spine. People with this condition often face challenges with sleep, and the benefits of physical activity on their sleep quality are not well understood. To shed some light on this, researchers turned to wearable ac
College students often struggle with keeping a consistent sleep schedule. This is especially true for female university students in the United Arab Emirates. The study focused on understanding how sleep patterns affect various aspects of life. Researchers looked at sleep regularity, lifesty
During the COVID-19 pandemic, staying at home meant big changes in how people slept, especially in busy cities like Mexico City. A recent study looked at how much and how well people slept during the lockdown. This study was done by asking adults in the city to fill out an online survey between June
