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Sleep apnea can be a frustrating condition that causes your breathing to temporarily stop or become shallow, frequently interrupting your sleep. While a CPAP solves obstructive sleep apnea, adjusting to the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) poses a challenge for some patients. This is due to a myriad of reasons, including an inability to keep …
Have you ever wondered what the best temperature for sleep is? Sleep scientists have found some surprising answers. In the chilly season, a warm blanket around your body feels heavenly. You feel your eyes shut and drift into dreamland in what feels like a matter of minutes. You may find you fall asleep easier in …
Wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing — these are symptoms of asthma people know all too well. What may be a beautiful, sunny, spring day to one person can be an absolute nightmare for someone with asthma. So what can someone with this condition do to enjoy their life and the outdoors without the hassle of …
It’s not in your imagination; allergies do get worse at night. This is true whether affected by seasonal allergies or a year-round condition, like dust mite or mold allergies. According to the National Sleep Foundation, allergies make it more difficult to sleep. The congestion, sinus pressure, and other symptoms caused by allergies contribute to poor …
The effects of pollution on the environment – and on our physical health – is no secret. For decades, people have been noticing that releasing harmful toxins and chemicals in the air has had drastic effects. But when it comes down to it, do we see pollution as merely a problem with the environment? Or, …
Asthma is a fairly common disease and affects many people in different ways. To some it’s annoying, to others, it can be deadly. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America reports that 8.3% of Americans have asthma. Although there is no cure, asthma is treatable if diagnosed; however, there is a concern that the diagnosis …
Spring is a beautiful time of year — the flowers are in bloom, the sun is peaking its head out from the rain clouds, and there’s a bit of pep in everyone’s step. However, with this season comes the inevitable: seasonal allergies. If you’re affected by allergies you are famiiar with common allergy symptoms. The …
How often do you focus on your breathing? When you’re nervous, you may take quick and shallow breaths. When you’re exasperated or relieved, you let out a sigh. Are you one of the millions of Americans who have adopted yoga and meditation for self-care? You may know some deep breathing techniques to calm your nerves …
“How many hours of sleep should I be getting every night?” This question has been a regular debate for decades of time. Our-hard working American culture prides itself on long work hours. But, this has made it difficult for millions of us to get enough sleep at night. Most of us agree that anywhere from …
Spring is a tough season for those who deal with seasonal allergies. Spring is a tough season for those who deal with seasonal allergies. Pollens and dust particles are floating all throughout the air. Every day can feel like a battlefield in your lungs. Has this been an ongoing problem for you? Dr. Shukla is …
