Have you ever noticed that at any given point during the night, you’re more or less prone to waking up? That’s because your sleep cycle is actually made up of four different stages; you don’t doze off into dreamland until the very last stage! When you’re in the lighter sleep stages, sounds, light, and interrupted breathing are more likely to bother you.
Being familiar with the four stages of sleep is important for understanding how obstructive sleep apnea impacts your health and wellness, so it’s time for some sleep talk! Keep reading, and you’ll learn more about your nightly sleep cycle.
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