ELEVATION HEALTH SOLUTIONS
  • Home
  • Body Composition
    • InBody
    • Styku 3D
  • Metabolic Testing
  • Sleep Testing
    • Home Sleep Test FAQs
    • Free Sleep Assessment
    • Order Sleep Test
    • Provider Referrals
  • Coaching
    • Breath Coaching
    • Health Assessment
    • Optimal Health Plan
    • Health Calculators
    • Client Check In
  • Contact Us
  • Schedule Appointment
  • Order Lab Tests
  • Order Supplements
  • Journey to Optimal Health Blog

JOurney  to   optimal  health   Blog

Breathe | Eat | Sleep | Thrive

Sleep Apnea and Weight Gain

6/7/2023

0 Comments

 
Picture
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. This can happen hundreds of times a night, and it can disrupt your sleep. Sleep apnea can cause a number of health problems, including:
  • High blood pressure
  • Heart disease
  • Stroke
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Obesity
If you have sleep apnea, you may be more likely to gain weight. This is because sleep apnea can disrupt your body's natural hormones that regulate hunger and fullness. When you don't get enough sleep, your levels of the hormone leptin, which makes you feel full, may decrease. At the same time, your levels of the hormone ghrelin, which makes you feel hungry, may increase. This can lead to overeating and weight gain.
There are a number of things you can do to lose weight if you have sleep apnea. These include:
  • Getting treatment for your sleep apnea. This can help to improve your sleep and reduce your risk of weight gain.
  • Making lifestyle changes, such as eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly.
  • Taking medication, if necessary.
If you have sleep apnea and are struggling to lose weight, talk to a health care professional that understands. They can help you develop a treatment plan that is right for you.
Here are some additional tips for losing weight if you have sleep apnea:
  • Set realistic goals. Don't try to lose too much weight too quickly. Aim to lose 1-2 pounds per week.
  • Make gradual changes to your diet. Cut out sugary drinks and processed foods. Eat more fruits, vegetables, and protein.
  • Find an exercise routine that you enjoy. Exercise helps to improve your sleep quality and can boost your metabolism.
  • Get enough sleep. When you're well-rested, you're more likely to make healthy choices and resist temptation.
Losing weight can be challenging, but it is possible with hard work and dedication. If you have sleep apnea, losing weight can help to improve your health and quality of life.
​
We specialize in offering Lifestyle Intervention programs that help with both Sleep Apnea and weight loss. Begin the conversation by completing our online health assessment.
0 Comments



Leave a Reply.

    Author

    Damian Solorzano is Health and Wellness Influencer, Respiratory Specialist and Health Coach who is passionate about optimizing personal health.

    RSS Feed

    Categories

    All
    BREATHE
    EAT
    My Health Journey
    Product Reviews
    SLEEP
    THRIVE

    Archives

    April 2025
    January 2025
    December 2024
    November 2024
    March 2024
    February 2024
    January 2024
    December 2023
    November 2023
    October 2023
    September 2023
    August 2023
    July 2023
    June 2023
    May 2023

MENU

  • Home
  • Metabolic Testing
  • Sleep Testing
  • InBody Composition
  • STYKU 3D Body Scanning
Contact Us
Elevation Health Solutions / 5280 Health ​
Elevation Respiratory  
5005 W 81st Pl #201
​Westminster, CO 80031
​Local 303-593-0494
Toll Free /SMS 1-800-659-0279
​Fax 720-715-8791
  • Home
  • Body Composition
    • InBody
    • Styku 3D
  • Metabolic Testing
  • Sleep Testing
    • Home Sleep Test FAQs
    • Free Sleep Assessment
    • Order Sleep Test
    • Provider Referrals
  • Coaching
    • Breath Coaching
    • Health Assessment
    • Optimal Health Plan
    • Health Calculators
    • Client Check In
  • Contact Us
  • Schedule Appointment
  • Order Lab Tests
  • Order Supplements
  • Journey to Optimal Health Blog