Teen obesity and sleep apnea can be connected problems, pediatrician says.
In the fight against obesity in teens, we’ve considered a number of different strategies — taxing sugary drinks, rewriting food labels and encouraging young people to cut down on screen time. But one expert says we also need to look at how much sleep teens are getting. Dr. Nicholas Chadi is a pediatrician and researcher specializing in adolescent medicine in Toronto, and a fellow in global journalism at the Munk School of Global Affairs. As he told CBC Radio, he’s looking at why sleep apnea is a major issue for teens, and how it connects to the obesity problem. How are sleep apnea and …
How sleeping position impacts the quality of sleep.
By Admin Added 7th July 2016 04:40 PM Poor sleepers consistently spend more time on their back with their heads straight Maintain the natural curves of your spine while you sleep to reduce the strain on your neck, back, and knees. Do this by sleeping on your back with your head slightly raised or by curling on your side with a pillow between your knees The latter is recommended for pregnant women and those who have sleep apnea. Ayurveda advises against sleeping on your tummy and with your head toward the north. The importance of posture cannot be stated enough …
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