Sleep Care

In addition to providing our clients with cutting-edge solutions and innovative tools, our team at Eastern MedTech believes in education. That’s why we focus so many of our blog posts on health information that, when coupled with our products, helps enhance lives.  This week, we’re taking a look at sleep apnea and diabetes, both of which can significantly impact a person’s life. While they may seem unrelated at first glance, research reveals a significant correlation between the two. We believe that understanding this connection can help manage both conditions more effectively.  So, what exactly is the correlation between sleep apnea and diabetes? Sleep apnea 101 Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. These interruptions, known as apneas, can last for several seconds and occur multiple times throughout the night.  The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), where the airway becomes partially or fully blocked during sleep. Symptoms of sleep apnea include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, daytime fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. The definition of diabetes Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body processes blood sugar (glucose). The two main types are Type 1 diabetes, where the body fails to produce insulin, and Type 2 diabetes, where the body either resists the effects of insulin or doesn’t produce enough insulin to maintain normal glucose levels.  Managing diabetes requires careful monitoring of blood sugar levels, a balanced diet, regular exercise, and sometimes medication or insulin therapy. The symbiotic relationship between sleep apnea and diabetes Rather than take you through all the research that evidences the relationship between sleep apnea and diabetes, particularly Type 2 diabetes, the following represents the key points you should know:    Tips to help manage sleep apnea and diabetes together  Not surprisingly, by managing one condition, you can positively impact the other. The following tips are a great place to start:   Understanding the correlation between sleep apnea and diabetes is the first step to better manage both conditions effectively. Accessing the right products and support is second and we have them ready for you.  To learn more, we invite you to contact our team at 857-400-0044.