{"id":790,"date":"2022-06-02T18:41:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-02T18:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=790"},"modified":"2022-07-01T18:46:20","modified_gmt":"2022-07-01T18:46:20","slug":"link-between-sleep-apnea-and-prediabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pvcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2022\/06\/link-between-sleep-apnea-and-prediabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring the Link Between Sleep Apnea and Prediabetes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Every night, millions of Americans miss out on countless hours of sleep because of sleep apnea. This condition can be quite problematic! Not only is your body unable to get enough rest, but other serious health problems can develop if you don\u2019t seek treatment, including fatigue, memory loss, heart disease, and even diabetes in some cases! Continue reading to learn more from your dentist<\/a> about the existing link between sleep apnea and prediabetes, along with some tips for getting a better night\u2019s sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Does Sleep Apnea Have to Do with Prediabetes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), one of the most common types of sleep apnea, is characterized by blockage in your airway while you sleep. When this happens, your body must exit deep sleep and wake up to normalize your breathing pattern. However, this interrupts your sleep cycle and prevents your body from resting and healing the daily wear and tear of your cells. But it can also cause additional problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Researchers<\/a> at the University of Hertfordshire recently uncovered a link between poor quality of sleep and an increased risk of prediabetic patients developing type two diabetes. In the trials, the patients who reported poor quality of sleep also tended to have higher blood sugar levels. And when your blood sugar levels are up, your risk of developing diabetes also goes up. This means that untreated sleep apnea actively increases your risk of full-blown diabetes, as it can gradually increase your blood sugar levels!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Improving the Quality of Your Sleep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Getting a good night\u2019s sleep should be a top priority! Your body needs sleep to recover and stay at peak-functionality, but also to regulate things like your blood sugar levels. That said, here are some practical things to consider that can help improve the quality of your sleep:<\/p>\n\n\n\n