If you gasp for air, stop and restart breathing, or wake frequently throughout the night, you could have sleep apnea. Your risk for this dangerous sleep disorder increases if you smoke, have certain conditions like diabetes and atrial fibrillation, or are obese or overweight. But in order to truly know if you have sleep […]
Here in America, we have agencies like the American Dental Association (ADA), which helps guide both consumers and dentists in best practices for caring for our teeth. From recommendations like brushing twice a day for two minutes each time and flossing at least once per day, to fluoride recommendations, the ADA helps keep our […]
Do you suffer from the inflammatory condition known as gout? Gout is a form of arthritis that brings on severe instances of pain redness, tenderness, or swelling of the legs. It most commonly appears in the big toe. Gout can affect anyone, and according to the Mayo Clinic, may occur at night, waking the […]
When it comes to treating your sleep apnea, you aren’t without options. Many people choose to go the traditional treatment route and get a CPAP machine, but these machines aren’t without their fair share of drawbacks. Not to mention recent recalls for cancer-causing chemicals found in the foam lining of some brands of CPAP machines. […]