Beyond Breathing
Beyond Breathing: The podcast for everyone who breathes and sleeps!
Get ready to breathe well, sleep well and live well!
In each episode, we'll be joined by expert medical professionals, sleep specialists, wellness coaches, and individuals who have conquered their sleep struggles (adults and kids). We'll dive into the science of sleep and breathing and its impact on our health, we will explore sleep technology and uncover practical tips and techniques to enhance your sleep quality, your mood and overall health and wellness.
We're on a mission to empower you with knowledge, inspire positive change, and ultimately help you embrace a healthier life.
Our first episode is just around the corner so stay tuned for more empowering conversations. Let's start this incredible voyage, one breath at a time.
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Beyond Breathing
Afib: Heartbeats and Sleep Apnea
Summary
In this episode of Beyond Breathing, Lancette VanGuilder discusses the critical connection between sleep apnea and atrial fibrillation (AFib). She explains how these two conditions are intertwined and the serious health risks they pose when left untreated. The episode emphasizes the importance of early detection through modern technology and offers practical steps for listeners to improve their sleep and heart health.
Takeaways
AFib is a common heart arrhythmia that can increase stroke risk.
Sleep apnea can significantly impact heart health and AFib episodes.
Many people with sleep apnea are undiagnosed, leading to serious health risks.
Wearable technology can aid in early detection of heart issues.
Lifestyle changes can effectively treat sleep apnea and improve AFib control.
Symptoms of sleep apnea include snoring, gasping for air, and excessive daytime sleepiness.
Healthcare professionals should screen for sleep apnea in patients with related conditions.
Monitoring heart rhythm with wearables can provide early warnings.
Sleep plays a central role in overall health and wellness.
Recognizing the connection between sleep apnea and AFib can lead to better health outcomes.
Chapters
The Connection Between AFib and Sleep Apnea
Technology and Early Detection
Practical Steps for Better Health
Keywords
#AFib,#sleepapnea, #hearthealth, #wellness, #sleepscience,# earlydetection, #wearables, #technology, #healthrisks, #diagnosis,#sleepapneatreatment, #sleepsolutions, #sierrasleepwell, #beyondbreathing
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