WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT SLEEP APNEA?
The Potentially Dangerous Sleep Disorder That Affects Millions According to Greek mythology, the clever god Hermes used his inimitable wit to tell stories that were so long-winded they lulled monsters into a deep slumber. Using that same logic, the insomniacs of today’s world are advised to read material that will bore them to sleep. Unfortunately for the people who suffer from sleep apnea, the traditional techniques — like reading the phone book or counting sheep — won’t help at all. According to the National Sleep Foundation, an estimated 18 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea. The condition causes repeated breathing interruptions throughout the night — the pauses can last from a few seconds to even a couple minutes. When your body lacks oxygen, it sends messages to your brain to make sure you wake up and inhale. People with this disorder can jolt themselves out of sleep up to 100 times in a single night! This disorder can affect people of all ages, and while there are factors that increase your risk of developing sleep apnea, it primarily happens when the muscles in the back of your throat are flaccid, your tongue is too large, or your jaw is too small. There are two major types of this potentially dangerous sleep disorder: obstructive sleep apnea and central sleep apnea. But the signs and symptoms often overlap. For example, if you notice that you jolt awake throughout the night gasping for air, snore loudly, WHAT IS SLEEP APNEA?
grind your teeth, or wake up with a super dry mouth, you might be suffering from sleep apnea.
WHAT DOES SLEEP APNEA HAVE TO DO WITH DENTISTRY?
Many patients would be surprised if their dentist or endodontist asked them about their sleeping habits. In reality, those who work in the dental field are often the earliest diagnosticians for sleep disorders in general. For example, one of the biggest indicators of sleep apnea is teeth grinding, which can lead to worn tooth surfaces, inflamed or receding gums, and a spike in cavities. Because of this, the people who examine your teeth might know you have sleep apnea even before you do. If you have issues staying asleep during the night, snore loudly, or grind your teeth, feel free to give our office a call at 970-515-6332 with questions! CITRUS AND AVOCADO SALAD
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Inspired by Bon Appétit
Winter is the height of citrus season, so it’s a perfect time to experiment with oranges and lemons. Roasting the fruits concentrates their flavor and makes the skins edible, creating a blast of flavor for this winter salad.
Ingredients
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1 blood, cara cara, or navel orange, sliced 1/8-inch thick and deseeded 1 Meyer or regular lemon, sliced 1/8-inch thick and deseeded 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 bunch arugula
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1/2 cup fresh mint leaves 1 avocado, cut into wedges Salt and pepper, to taste
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Instructions
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. In a rimmed baking sheet, toss citrus slices with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast citrus until lightly charred and caramelized, about 10–15 minutes. Let cool. 3. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine onion and lemon juice. Season with salt and let sit for 5 minutes. 4. Add citrus, arugula, and mint to onion mixture. Drizzle with remaining oil,
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season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss thoroughly. 5. Add avocado, combing very gently to not crush avocado.
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