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Why Obesity Could Stop You from Getting a Good Night’s Sleep

December 16, 2019

Filed under: Uncategorized — drdernick @ 2:15 pm
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Obesity has long been an epidemic in the United States, and it’s not showing any signs of slowing down; in 2019, the CDC found that more than one-third of American adults (36.5%) were overweight. You probably already know that excessive weight can lead to numerous health problems, but did you realize that it’s also one of the common causes of snoring in The Woodlands? Or that it can contribute to disorders like sleep apnea that could drastically shorten your life? Here’s what you need to know about obesity and the way it affects the quality of your sleep.

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