HealthyPIG Magazine

Every night you ride a roller coaster and experience different stages of sleep. Although you don't know what's going on while you're napping, your brain and body are active. Each stage of sleep has a different impact on how you feel the next day. Read on to learn which phase helps your brain, which phase restores your body, and whether you're getting a good balance between each phase each night.

Sleep apnea is a condition in which breathing pauses repeatedly while you sleep. When this happens, your body wakes you up to resume breathing. These multiple sleep interruptions can prevent you from getting a good night's sleep and leave you feeling extra tired during the day. Sleep apnea doesn't just make you drowsy, though. If left untreated, it can lead to heart disease, diabetes, and other long-term health risks.