Beyond Breathing
Beyond Breathing: The podcast for everyone who breathes and sleeps!
Get ready to breathe well, sleep well and live well!
In each episode, we'll be joined by expert medical professionals, sleep specialists, wellness coaches, and individuals who have conquered their sleep struggles (adults and kids). We'll dive into the science of sleep and breathing and its impact on our health, we will explore sleep technology and uncover practical tips and techniques to enhance your sleep quality, your mood and overall health and wellness.
We're on a mission to empower you with knowledge, inspire positive change, and ultimately help you embrace a healthier life.
Our first episode is just around the corner so stay tuned for more empowering conversations. Let's start this incredible voyage, one breath at a time.
Thank you, Sierra Sleep, Airway and Wellness Center in Reno, Nevada for sponsoring this journey!
Beyond Breathing
Glaucoma and Sleep
epicvisionreno.com
10627 Professional Cir Ste B, Reno, NV 89521
(775) 507-7171
Summary
In this episode, host Lancette VanGuilder interviews Dr. Timothy Moore, a developmental optometrist, about the connection between sleep, breathing, glaucoma, and eye health. Dr. Moore explains that glaucoma is a disease that causes damage to the optic nerve inside the eye, leading to vision loss. He discusses the importance of oxygen content in the blood and how conditions like sleep apnea can increase the risk of developing glaucoma. Dr. Moore emphasizes the need for early diagnosis and prevention of glaucoma by addressing vascular health and getting enough oxygen to the eyes. The conversation highlights the importance of sleep and overall health in maintaining good eye health.
Keywords
#glaucoma, #eyehealth, #sleep, #breathing, #oxygencontent, #opticnerve, #vascular #health, #sleepapnea, #prevention, #beyondbreathing, #epicvisionNV, #sierrasleepwell
Takeaways
- Glaucoma is a disease that causes damage to the optic nerve inside the eye, leading to vision loss.
- Conditions like sleep apnea can increase the risk of developing glaucoma due to reduced oxygen content in the blood.
- Early diagnosis and prevention of glaucoma are crucial for maintaining good eye health.
- Addressing vascular health and ensuring adequate oxygen supply to the eyes can help prevent glaucoma.
Titles
- The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Glaucoma
- Understanding Glaucoma: Causes and Effects on Vision
Sound Bites
- "Glaucoma is a disease where there is damage to the optic nerve inside the eye."
- "Sleep apnea can increase the risk of developing glaucoma later in life."
- "Living healthy and addressing oxygen content in our bodies when we're younger could prevent glaucoma later in life."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Sponsor Acknowledgement
01:26
Dr. Timothy Moore's Background and Expertise
12:06
The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Glaucoma
16:28
Preventing Glaucoma: Addressing Vascular Health and Oxygen Supply
29:08
Actionable Steps for Improving Eye Health
31:34
Conclusion and Closing Remarks
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