Breathe & Sleep Better Blog

An oxygen level of 81% during sleep indicates severe hypoxemia, signaling dangerously low blood oxygen that requires prompt medical evaluation and treatment to prevent serious health complications.

Untreated sleep apnea disrupts hormones, metabolism, and energy levels, making weight loss more difficult by increasing hunger, reducing physical activity, and impairing insulin sensitivity. Treating sleep apnea can support healthier weight management.

Untreated sleep apnea is one of the most common causes of hard-to-control high blood pressure. An ENT explains why and how treating apnea helps.

Sleep apnea, first noted in the late 19th century and formally named in 1965, is a sleep disorder marked by breathing interruptions; modern treatments like CPAP and lifestyle changes effectively manage its symptoms and health risks.

Drinking alcohol before bed relaxes throat muscles and worsens sleep apnea. An ENT explains the risk, how much is too much, and what to do instead.