Breathe Better Sleep Better Live Better Podcast
166 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 149 ratingsAnything that narrows the throat and interrupts sleep, particularly breathing problems brought on by sleep position, illness, life changes, or your anatomy, may be key to understanding a host of common health issues.
Join Dr. Steven Y. Park as he discusses various important issues related to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS). Guests include top sleep physicians, dentists, surgeons, orofacial myologists, a psychologist, and even an anthropologist.
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How Sleep Affects Your Hormones [Podcast 67]
July 11, 2019 10:03 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will talk about a very common topic, hormones. In particular, how lack of sleep can negatively affect all your hormones, which can potentially aggravate weight gain, poor energy, and increased stress. In this episode, Kathy and I will talk about a very common topic, hormones. In particular, how lack of sleep can negatively affect all your hormones, which can potentially aggravate weight gain, poor energy, and increased stress. Shownotes Hormones covered: ...
How Better Sleep Can Help You Lose Weight [Podcast 66]
June 28, 2019 02:13 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBSummer is in full swing and there's no better time to get fit and get slim than now. And I know that a lot of our listeners are starting their Keto, Paleo, Whole30 or whatever diets that are really popular right now. And there's nothing wrong with that. But tin this podcast Kathy and I will talk about an issue that not a lot of people think about when they're going on a diet or they're starting off trying to lose weight. And that issue is, are you sleeping well? Are you sleeping long enough?...
How to Sleep Better Without Medications [Podcast 65]
June 12, 2019 13:25 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn our last podcast, Kathy and I talked about how many commonly prescribed prescription medications can either make you gain weight or ruin your sleep. I this episode, we will discuss 7 steps you can take to prevent ever having to need them, or begin to wean off these medications. Show Notes: Prioritize sleep like your most important appointment Optimal breathing while awake and while sleeping Sleep hygiene Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome Obstructive sleep apnea Eat a hea...
12 Medications That Can Make You Fat or Ruin Your Sleep [Part 1, Podcast 64]
June 04, 2019 16:14 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBPrescription medications are the mainstay of modern medicine. But what we don’t realize is that many common medications have the potential to make you fat or ruin your sleep. Please join Kathy and me as we discuss 12 Medications That Can Make You Fat or Ruin Your Sleep. This is Part 1, and in our next podcast, we will go over various ways to avoid prescription medications. Shownotes: 3 reasons why we shifted from acute to chronic care for medications 3 pathways that medications aggra...
The Top 7 Toxins to Avoid for Better Sleep and Health [Podcast 63, Part 2]
May 16, 2019 11:09 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode Kathy and I continue our conversation about the most common toxins that we're exposed to on a regular basis. We will talk about the potential dangers of fluoride, flame retardants and Chlorine. Show Notes: Fluoride, Flame retardants, Chlorine Previous podcast #62 on the following toxins: BPA, PTFE, phthalates, lead Dr. Weston Price: Nutrition and Physical Degeneration Sleep Interrupted: A physician reveals the #1 reason why so many of us are sick and tired W...
The Top 7 Toxins to Avoid for Better Sleep and Health [Podcast 62]
May 08, 2019 18:52 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBI don't want to sound like Chicken Little, but the sky is not falling. However, we are literally bathing in a myriad of potentially toxic and harmful toxins and pollutants in our everyday lives. We touched on some of these toxins during my interview with Dr. Trasande. In Part 1 of today's episode, Kathy and I will go over 4 of the 7 common toxins that all of us may be exposed to on a regular basis. Some of these can definitely affect your sleep quality. Stay tuned for our next episode when I...
7 Supplements to Fight Fatigue and Brain Fog
April 10, 2019 13:59 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this episodes, Kathy and I explain why certain supplements are essential to good gut health and brain function, as well as to potentially prevent damage from untreated obstructive sleep apnea or upper airway resistance syndrome. We end the discussion by exposing a major myth about a popular supplement. Show Notes Sleep Breathing Paradigm in Sleep, Interrupted Inflammation and OSA article Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers (Talks about stress) Glyphosate podcast Functions of the l...
How I Stay Thin, Happy and Healthy Part 2 [Podcast 60]
March 13, 2019 14:33 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBOne of the most common questions I get asked is how I can stay so thin and healthy. Kathy and I answered this question in a previous podcast (How I Stay Thin, Happy and Healthy), but I wanted to go into more detail about the who, what, when, where, how and why we eat as it relates to our health. I’m not a nutritionist, but questions about food and what I eat is so common that I though it was important to address this important issue, from a sleep and breathing perspective. Shownotes ...
Sicker, Fatter, Poorer [Podcast 59]
March 06, 2019 14:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBWhy are our kids sicker, fatter these days? Dr. Leonardo Trasande, author of the book, Sicker, Fatter, Poorer: The urgent threat of hormone-disrupting chemicals to our health and future…and what we can do about it, answers this question. I’m so excited to have the privilege of interviewing the author about this important topic on this episode today. He will answer the following: How the dose does not always make the poison How do these chemicals affect the obesity epidemic in our childr...
Why Sleep Apnea Treatments Don’t Work for Some People [Podcast 58]
February 20, 2019 12:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBYou’re excited that you were finally diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea. This could explain your years of chronic fatigue, weight gain and headaches. You start using your new CPAP machine at home with some degree of anticipation as well as a bit of trepidation. The first few days are a bit challenging but you decide to keep trying. After another 3 weeks of misery, you call your sleep doctor but she is not helpful. The equipment company send you a new mask, but that makes no difference. A...
Can Orthodontics Cause Obstructive Sleep Apnea? [Podcast 57]
February 13, 2019 16:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode, I have a discussion with Dr. Bill Hang, one of my original mentors who inspired me to connect the dots between dental crowding and sleep apnea. He will answer the controversial question, "Can traditional orthodontics cause obstructive sleep apnea"? Show Notes Sleep Interrupted: A physician reveals the #1 reason why so many of us are sick and tired Dr. Brian Palmer Dr. Bill Hang: Faceocused.com Shut Your Mouth and Save Your Life by George Catlin Corruccini book ...
Why Sleep Apnea Can Kill Your 2019 Goals
February 03, 2019 22:32 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBYou made your New Years resolution to lose, weight, stop smoking or sleep better. But why is it that it’s so hard to keep going, let alone even to get started? If you have untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), kathy and I will cover 5 of the most common reasons why people fail in keeping any goal in life. Show Notes How OSA Can Ruin Your New Years Resolutions blog post Sleep apnea and cancer link Sleep Apnea Darth Vader Photo CPAP Alternatives podcast Sleep apnea and erect...
Interview About Tongue Tied Book with Dr. Richard Baxter [Podcast 55]
October 04, 2018 02:14 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBIn this episode, I'm excited to have with us Dr. Richard Baxter, author of the relatively new book, Tongue tied: How a Tiny String Under the Tongue Impacts Nursing, Speech, Feeding, and More. In this 60 minute interview, find out: What is tongue tie? What are some other names for it? What are some common misconceptions about this condition? Why and how does it develop? Is there an increase in incidence or are we picking up more? How does it negatively affect breastfeeding? How...
Interview with Dr. Stasha Gominak 2018 (Part 2)
September 19, 2018 00:56 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBThis is part 2 of my interview with Dr. Stasha Gominak. Listen to Part 1 here.
Vitamin D and Sleep: Interview with Dr. Stasha Gominak 2018
August 26, 2018 22:56 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBI'm so happy to have Dr. Stasha Gominak back again to give us a review and update on the importance of the hormone, Vitamin D, and how it affects everything including your brain, gut, skin, pancreas, bones, and your sleep. Dr. Stasha Gominak is a Baylor College of Medicine alumna and completed her Neurology residency at the Harvard-affiliated, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She has utilized her skills to assist 1,000s of clients. Now retired from daily practice, Dr. Gominak, MD...
Should You Get a Tracheotomy for Sleep Apnea? [Podcast 52]
July 22, 2018 12:49 - 20 minutes - 29.6 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will discuss a simple surgical option that is almost never offered to sleep apnea patients, despite an almost 100% cure rate. ____________________________________ Show Notes Interview with Dr. Mack Jones Deadly Sleep book by Dr. Jones Finding the Right Surgeon blog Finding the Right Surgeon podcast
Restless Legs and Teeth Grinding: A Wake Up Call [Podcast 51]
July 22, 2018 12:10 - 28 minutes - 40.7 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I discuss two common conditions that are not usually associated with sleep breathing disorders, but should be. _____________________________________ Show Notes Willis-Ekbom Disease Limb movements and sleep breathing disorder Bruxism and sleep breathing disorder review paper Bruxism and CPAP Ferritin levels and RLS Iron Levels and PLMD in children Dr. David Buchholz podcast Heal Your Headache: The 1-2-3 Program for Taking Charge of Your Pain ...
7 Sleep Apnea Surgery Myths [Podcast 50]
June 20, 2018 13:15 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will dispel 7 of the most common myths about sleep apnea surgery. UPPP doesn’t work Tonsils should not be removed since they help fight infections UPPP causes swallowing problems UPPP makes CPAP impossible to use CPAP is always better than surgery Surgery should not be done for mild or no sleep apnea Find a surgeon that has done a high volume of procedures Show Notes Traffic fatality in NYC 1.17/100K Anesthesia related deaths 0.5-0.8 / 100K ...
The Little-Known Breathing Problem That Most Doctors Miss
May 30, 2018 02:07 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBWhat is the little-known problem that's causing a lot of people to be sick and tired, that many doctors miss? In this podcast episode Kathy and I discuss how the epiglottis may be the reason behind your chronic fatigue, anxiety, or headaches. In this episode we'll cover the following: Learn about the anatomy of the epiglottis 3 reasons why your epiglottis is more floppy How to diagnose a floppy epiglottis Non-surgical options How to find the right surgeon. ________________________...
How I Stay Thin, Happy and Healthy [Podcast 48]
March 27, 2018 02:49 - 35 minutes - 67.1 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I go over 10 steps that I take to stay thin, healthy and happy. ____________________________________________________ Shownotes How Glyphosate May Be Shrinking Our Children’s Faces (Podcast 47) How Allergies Can Ruin Your Sleep (Podcast 22) Slow Death by Rubber Duck Pinterest DYI household cleaning products Environmental Working Group ADA history Eat Dirt Thrive Market Amazon Fresh Brian Palmer interview The Autoimmune Fix Plant P...
How Glyphosate (Roundup) May Be Shrinking Our Children’s Faces [Podcast 47]
March 16, 2018 03:24 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will discuss how glyphosate, the main ingredient in the weed killer Roundup, may be making our children’s faces smaller. Here are the topics we will discuss: What is glyphosate and how did we get here? My personal mission to find out why my youngest son has so many food allergies Common health problems associated with glyphosate Common foods with glyphosate 7 Ways glyphosate interferes with health 5 ways you can minimize glyphosate exposure. --------...
Interview With Roger Price
February 27, 2018 20:50 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode, we have Mr. Roger Price, who has more than five decades of experience and qualifications in multiple areas of human health, giving him a unique background and ability to ‘see the big picture’, as well as to spearhead the integration of previously unconnected disciplines into a Functional Health Program. He is internationally recognized as “The Man who connected Dentistry, Sleep and Breathing." In this interview, we discuss: What is the link between children’s teeth an...
Integrative Orthodontics with Dr. Barry Rafael [Podcast 45]
January 26, 2018 02:58 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBIn this podcast episode, Dr. Barry Rafael joins us to talk about integrative orthodontics and his mission to teach patients, parents, and professionals about Airway-Related Oral Dysfunctions and treatment alternatives. In this 62 minute interview, Dr. Rafael will reveal: When children should be checked for airway dental disease The ADA position paper on the role of dentists in sleep disordered breathing The legacy of Dr. Brian Palmer His integrative approach to orthodontics His ...
Why Better Breathing Doesn’t Always Lead to Better Health
January 10, 2018 16:29 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will reveal "Why Better Breathing Doesn’t Always Lead to Better Health." Here are 7 of these reasons. Please listen to the recording to find out more. 1. You can’t control your breathing when you’re sleeping 2. You don’t know you’re not breathing well 3. You can’t control your sleep position or posture at night 4. Not all breathing is equal 5. The oxygen myth: Lack of breathing, not lack of oxygen 6. Despite high levels of oxygen in your bloodstream, it ...
7 Surprising Health Conditions That Can Be from Poor Breathing at Night
November 30, 2017 03:57 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBHere are 7 health conditions that you won’t think about that may suggest that you have a sleep-breathing disorder. 1. Nighttime urination 2. Atrial Fibrillation 3. Panic attacks at night 4. Seizures 5. GI problems 6. Skin problems 7. Infertility Bonus: Cancer -------------------------- Show Notes Joshua Thomas interview Josh Ax: Eat Dirt: Why Leaky Gut May Be the Root Cause of Youkr Health Problems and 5 Surprising Steps to...
Why Your Throat Hurts Before Your Monthly Periods [Podcast 42]
November 07, 2017 14:54 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will explain why some women have throat pain just before their periods. It’s guaranteed to lave your doctor stumped. Even you’re a man, you’ll find this information valuable for yourself or a loved one. Please leave a comment on iTunes Show Notes Blog post Dr. Christianne Northrup: Wisdom of Menopause Unstuff Your stuffy nose e-book Macrolide antibiotics UARS Tongue exercises: Bennet Myofunctional Therapy Acupuncture Shames: Hormones Singh...
Interview With Joshua Thomas [Podcast 41]
October 20, 2017 10:49 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode, we have a special guest interview with Mr. Joshua Thomas, who runs a fantastic website, fixyoursleeptoday.com. Joshua has an amazing story to share with us, describing his journey going through a maze in the medical system for years before being able to find help for his wife, by finally treating undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea. In this 32 minute interview, he will reveal: 1. What motivated Joshua to start up fixyoursleeptoday.com? 2. How has this affected him per...
Back to the Basics: The Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome [Podcast 40]
September 27, 2017 14:25 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will talk about upper airway resistance syndrome, or UARS, as part of our “Back to the Basics” series. In this discussion, we cover the following: What is UARS and how is it different from obstructive sleep apnea? What are the most common features of UARS and how can it be diagnosed? Why most doctors are unaware of UARS What you can do to start treating UARS and when to see your doctor How to prevent obstructive sleep apnea and UARS. Show Notes ...
Back To The Basics: The Sleep-Breathing Paradigm [Podcast 39]
September 13, 2017 15:04 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this podcast episode, Kathy and I go back to the basics. We will talk about my sleep-breathing paradigm, the concept that all modern humans are susceptible to various degrees. Show Notes Sleep Interrupted: A physician reveals the #1 reason why so many of us are sick and tired Dr. Terrance Davidson: The Great Leap Forward: the anatomic basis for the acquisition of speech and obstructive sleep apnea Dr. Weston Price : Nutrition and Physical Degeneration Dr. Robert Corruccini: Ant...
7 Habits of Highly Successful CPAP Users
August 03, 2017 02:14 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBI've seen thousands of patients that succeed with CPAP, and thousands more that don't. What I've noticed is that people who are able to get a great night's sleep with CPAP have certain common characteristics or habits that they all have in common. Please join Kathy and me in this important, and potentially life-saving discussion. Shownotes CPAPBabes.com CPAPTalk.com Hope2sleep.com American Sleep Apnea Association's AWAKE group
5 Reasons Why You Should Try CPAP Even If You Hate It [Podcast 36]
August 01, 2017 01:55 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBI know many of you out there hate the idea of using CPAP. A number of you keep asking me how to avoid using CPAP. Some of the even get panic attacks thinking about using CPAP. With today's launch of my book, Totally CPAP, I think it's appropriate to address all these concerns, with a podcast titled "5 Reasons Why You Should Try CPAP Even If You Hate It." Shownotes Totally CPAP: A Sleep Physician’s Guide to Restoring Your Sleep and Reclaiming Your Life
5 Ways to Sleep Better and Lose Weight Using Light
May 17, 2017 15:18 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBShow Notes Get more AM light. Northwest Univ. study - more exposure to daytime sunlight 8-12 AM were much lighter. Delayed sleep phase syndrome. Singularity Blackout bedroom, shit work. Shift Workers Vitamin D - get checked 5 Immediate steps to help you sleep better and lose weight 1. Take morning walks outside 2. Use software filters. No screens before sleep 3. Cover the lights in your bedroom 4. Spend more time outdoors 3. Check Vit D ...
7 Ways Your Stuffy Nose Can Make You Fat [Podcast 34]
February 20, 2017 16:47 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will reveal the 7 Ways Your Stuffy Nose Can Make You Fat. Show Notes FDA obesity statistics WHO obesity statistics Wall-E Movie 7 Ways Your Stuffy Nose Can Make You Fat 1. Stress due to breathing poorly Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers Sleep Interrupted: A physician reveals the #1 reason why so many of us are sick and tired 2. Poor breathing at night from upper airway resistance syndrome to obstructive sleep apnea ...
Why You Can't Think If You Can't Sleep
January 31, 2017 14:58 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBYou may have experienced forgetting things once in a while, but for some people, it's a common occurrence. Some of you are in a constant state of brain fog, struggling to think clearly. In this episode, Kathy and will talk about various reasons that can lead to sleep deprivation, and ultimately, to memory problems and brain fog. Download MP3 | Subscribe Show Notes Alzheimer’s Association Dr. Ronald Harper: Podcast on OSA and brain damage The importance of REM sleep T...
6 Foot Tiger – 3 Foot Cage [Podcast 32]
December 27, 2016 03:47 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBIn this episode, my special guest is Dr. Felix Liao, who is a holistic dentist in Falls Church, Virginia, with a special focus on connecting the mouth with whole body health. Dr. Liao is currently president of the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, the editor of Biological Dentistry Journal. He is the author of the forthcoming book Six-Foot Tiger, Three-Foot Cage — a must read for anyone who has breathing and sleep problems. In this 47 minute interview, Dr. Lia...
7 Unusual Signs & Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
November 28, 2016 03:47 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBIf you don't fit the typical profile of someone with obstructive sleep apnea (MOOSE: male, older, overweight, snoring, excessive sleepiness), most doctors won't ever think that you may have obstructive sleep apnea. I see dozens of of patients every month who are told they don't have sleep apnea but were found to have moderate to severe sleep apnea after undergoing sleep studies. So if you're not a MOOSE, what are some other ways to tell if you may have sleep apnea? In this podcast episode...
How Sleep Apnea Can Cause Anxiety
October 20, 2016 01:16 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBThe 1950s was once called the “age of anxiety.” I think it’s fair to say that the level of anxiety has risen exponentially since the 1950s. There are many reasons why you may be anxious, including information overload, social media, non-stop news, or even your children’s activities. For many of you, In this episode, Kathy and I will reveal how sleep-breathing problems can cause or aggravate anxiety. Download mp3 | Subscribe Shownotes Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers by Dr. Robert Sapolsky ...
7 Sleep Myths That Are Killing You
September 15, 2016 09:20 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBIn this interview, I interview Dr. Mark Burhenne, who is an integrative sleep medicine dentist, and author of The 8-hour Sleep Paradox: How We Are Sleeping Our Way to Fatigue, Disease and Unhappiness. He has a fantastic website, askthedentist.com, which is dedicated to helping people understand oral health and the mouth-body connection for overall wellness. He has been featured in numerous media outlets, including being a contributor to Yahoo! Health, CNN, and the Huffington Post. In th...
10 Healthy Habits to Keep You Thin (Podcast 27)
September 02, 2016 03:19 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBOne of the most common questions I get asked is how do I stay so skinny. In this episode, Kathy will reveal the 10 ways I stay thin and healthy. Listen on my blog. Exercise outdoors Don’t eat close to bedtime Clear your nose Get the right pillow Cook your own meals Avoid eating out Regular life planning, goal setting and daily morning rituals Try certain supplements Avoid toxins Sleep 7 to 8 hours Show Notes: Mindset: The Psychology of Success by ...
The Walking Dead: Sleep-Deprived Zombies Are For Real (Podcast 26)
August 14, 2016 14:08 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBThis is a special interview with a returning guest, Dr. A. Joseph Borelli. As you may recall, he was on our show with us in the past talking about brain dysfunction and sleep apnea. In this episode, we’re going to about the Walking Dead: How Sleep-Deprived Zombies Are For Real. In this 60 minute interview, we will cover the following: How sleep apnea damages autonomic nervous system centers in the brain Can brain damage from OSA be reversed? The connection between OSA and atrial fibr...
Sleep Apnea & Gastrointestinal Problems (Podcast 25)
July 27, 2016 02:37 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this podcast episode, Kathy and I will talk about links between various gastrointestinal issues and obstructive sleep apnea. We cover the following 5 surprising conditions: Irritable bowel syndrome Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis) Celiac disease (or gluten sensitivity) Colon cancer Acid reflux Subscribe Shownotes: Sleep Interrupted: A physician reveals the #1 reason why so many of us are sick and tired IBS study Gluten-free diet and celiac di...
Sleep Apnea And Sex
July 08, 2016 02:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I talk about one thing that most people don't think about when sleep apnea is mentioned: Sexual and reproductive problems. Find out: How sleep apnea can lower your sex drive Surprising statistics on erectile dysfunction and its association with obstructive sleep apnea Why men's sperm counts are dropping rapidly The role of stress in sleep apnea, and how it affects your sex life Why zebras don't get ulcers. Show notes: Goncalves, M. A., et al. "Erect...
Your Most Common Ear, Nose & Throat Questions
June 20, 2016 02:05 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Kathy puts me on the spot by asking unscripted questions about the most common questions I get asked about the ear, nose and throat. I will answer: Should large tonsils always be removed? Do tonsils grow back after surgery? Do we need tonsils? / How can you fight infections if your take them out? Why can I only breathe on one side of the nose? Why won’t my stuffy nose go away desire multiple medications? Why does my stuffy nose go from side to side? ...
How Allergies Can Ruin Your Sleep
May 26, 2016 02:33 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will reveal how allergies can ruin your sleep. We'll discuss proven steps that can get rid of your allergies this spring. Show notes: The Hidden Truth About Allergies Revealed Allergy Solutions for Sleep Apnea Sufferers Unstuff Your Stuffy Nose
How Mouth Breathing Can Ruin Your Sleep
April 23, 2016 14:04 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode, Kathy and I will reveal 7 ways that mouth breathing can cause sleep and health problems. Show notes: Unstuff Your Stuffy Nose ebook Interview with Dr. Michael Mew on the Modern Melting Face Interview with Patrick McKeown on Buteyko Breathing Shut Your Mouth to Save Your Life, by George Catlin Good review of Catlin's book
The Top 20 Anti-Snoring Options
March 23, 2016 19:51 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this podcast episode, Kathy and will talk about the 20 top ways of getting rid of your snoring. We’l. cover 15 non-prescriptions and rover-the counter options, as well as 5 prescription/surgical options. How snoring and ADHD are linked How snoring can cause stroke A better way to lose weight Your best sleep position How to choose the right pillow Why mouth breathing is bad for your health 3 proven non-surgical / alternative ways to stop snoring The best surgical options for snor...
7 Ways Doctors Ruin Your Sleep
February 20, 2016 22:53 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this podcast, Kathy and I talk about 7 Ways Doctors Can Ruin Your Sleep: 1. Rhinoplasty 2. Dental headgear 3. Orthodontics / teeth extractions / jaw surgery 4. Medical or surgical menopause 5. Medications 6. Surgery that prevent your preferred sleep position 7. Back to sleep campaign to prevent SIDS Link back to original post on doctorstevenpark.com Shownotes: Breathe Right strips DNA Appliance Homeoblock Biobloc Jaw surgery in Korea Blood pressure medications lowers melat...
Brain Damage and Obstructive Sleep Apnea
February 02, 2016 03:56 - 39 minutes - 36 MBIn this podcast, I have a fascinating discussion with Dr. Ronald M. Harper, Professor of Neurobiology at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Harper shares some profound insights about why brain damage goes hand in hand with obstructive sleep apnea. In this interview, you’ll learn: Why Obstructive Sleep Apnea (or OSA) can cause brain damage but how this brain damage can further perpetuate sleep apnea Eye-opening insights about why OSA is so often associated with memory loss, brai...
Everything You Wanted to Know About Nasal Surgery
January 14, 2016 03:27 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this podcast, Kathy and I will reveal "Everything You Wanted to Know About Nasal Surgery." Topics include: 1. Septoplasty: Why packs are not needed 2. Turbinoplasty: How much removal is enough? 3. Nostril surgery: Why it's better than Breathe Right strips 4. Sinus surgery: Myths and misconceptions 5. Reconstructive surgery: When you may need this. Show notes: The Truth About Sleep Apnea Surgery Un-Stuff Your Stuffy Nose e-book How to Find a Good Sleep Apnea Surgeon
7 Myths About Nasal Surgery
December 25, 2015 21:29 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this podcast, Kathy and I will discuss the 7 Myths About Nasal Surgery, & When to Do Surgery 1. Nasal trauma causes a deviated septum 2. Septoplasty will treat snoring or sleep apnea 3. Septoplasty will change my nose externally or have bruising 4. Will need packing inside the nose 5. Rhinoplasty - what it means, and what to watch out for 6. Does a deviated septum (or shrunken turbinates) come back after surgery? 7. Turbinate surgery causes empty nose syndrome. And when to con...