Episode 58 of the Living Life Well Show: Sleep and Sleep Apnea with Dr Beard

In this episode of The Living Life Well Show, host Dr. Jon Skelton delves into the intricacies of sleep cycles, the impacts of sleep aids, and the differences in sleep apnea between men and women with Dr. Beard, a functional dentist and sleep medicine practitioner. They discuss the importance of completing sleep cycles for health, the detrimental effects of sleep aids and alcohol on sleep quality, and the differences in how sleep apnea presents and affects men and women. Dr. Beard also shares diagnostic approaches, the role of orthodontics, and the impact of hormones on sleep, along with non-CPAP treatment options for sleep apnea. If you or someone you know may have symptoms of sleep apnea and want to be tested you can go to https://restassuredonline.com/ and take their free quiz and even make an Telemedicine appointment. 00:00 Introduction to Living Life Well 01:11 Understanding Sleep Cycles and Their Importance 03:42 Impact of Sleep Aids and Alcohol on Sleep 06:10 Sleep Hygiene and Its Role in Health 08:22 Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Causes and Treatments 16:04 Gender Differences in Sleep Apnea 23:11 Hormones and Sleep Health 31:55 Dental Solutions for Sleep Apnea 39:16 Conclusion and Contact Information