The perils of leading a dissolute life tend to manifest at a later stage especially in the form of obesity. Very often people grapple with this health condition and find themselves at a loss as to how to trim those extra pounds. To further exacerbate the issue of weight gain there are a host of other ailments that thrive in this condition and often converge to make life miserable for the unsuspecting individual. Hypertension, Type 2 diabetes and Sleep apnea are the potentially dangerous maladies that have the potential to significantly disrupt one's quality of life.
Sleep Apnea requires special mention since it's one of those conditions that usually gets overlooked leading to fatal consequences. It's often considered to be a corollary of obesity and weight gain is checked Sleep Apnea is naturally taken care of. Obesity leads to the accumulation of fat in almost all areas including the neck. This tends to constrict the airway and restrict air flow when the person is asleep. One of the most prevalent medical procedures to cure Sleep Apnea is that of CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure).
While studies have been conducted to ascertain whether the treatment of Sleep Apnea via CPAP could potentially lead to a reduction in Body Mass Index and thus facilitate weight loss, the findings have been inconclusive. The objective was to find out whether consistent CPAP administration could regulate leptin levels by way of increased physical activity. However the results of multiple tests conducted on men and women have yielded inconsistent results.
However it's almost conclusively proven that CPAP in itself isn't a major contributor to weight loss. It's the resultant spurt in physical activity that addresses a host of issues that are an outcome of obesity and eventually shaves off the extra flab thus rejuvenating the body. Sleep disruption unsettles the body, rendering the individual lethargic and shorn of energy. Once the sleeping pattern is reinstated the person finds the vigor and vitality to go about his daily routine, pursue weight reduction programs and as a consequence acquire a well-toned and balanced physique.
To conclude, medication is never the means to address the root cause of Sleep Apnea. It could at best revitalize your system and the metabolism levels and perhaps indirectly induce weight loss. However it's in the best interest of everyone to not let things spiral out of control by leading a balanced life which has moderation as its ethos.
Blog reviewed by: Dr.Nikhil Agnihotri
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