Nina

Poor sleep can affect far more than how you feel when you wake up. It can change your mood, motivation, concentration and ability to enjoy your life. But improving your sleep isn't about following another list of generic sleep tips. Your sleep is individual to you - and understanding what’s affecting it is the first step to taking control.

When people think about poor sleep, they often think about sleep disorders. The reality is that you don't need a diagnosed sleep disorder to have poor quality sleep or wake up feeling exhausted. You might sleep right through the night and still wake up feeling like you haven't recharged. You might find yourself relying on coffee to get through the day, struggling to concentrate or feeling like your energy isn't what it used to be. Sleep is often part of the reason. Sleep Is About More Than...

There is a lot of discussion in CPAP groups about what your AHI “should” be. You will often see comments saying things like: “Your AHI should be under 1.” Or even: “If it’s above 1, you are still suffocating.” While I understand where people are coming from, I think it is important to add some context here - especially for people who are new to CPAP therapy and already feeling overwhelmed. First, an AHI under 5 is currently considered the generally accepted treated/normal range in sleep...