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Healthy Sleep Habits
Healthy sleep habits may improve sleep quality, but they do not replace sleep-apnea diagnosis or treatment.
Practical Nighttime Habits
| Habit | Practical Context |
|---|---|
| Regular Schedule | Keep consistent sleep and wake times where practical. |
| Limit Alcohol Near Bedtime | Alcohol can relax throat tissues and worsen snoring or apnea in some people. |
| Avoid Smoking | Smoking can irritate the upper airway and harms overall health. |
| Side Sleeping | NHLBI notes that side sleeping may help keep the airway open for some people with sleep apnea. |
| Healthy Weight | Weight management may be part of a treatment plan when appropriate. |
| Bedroom Routine | Use a dark, quiet, comfortable environment and allow adequate sleep time. |
Do Not Ignore
- Breathing pauses or gasping.
- Severe daytime sleepiness.
- Falling asleep while driving.
- Morning headaches with loud snoring.
- Known high blood pressure with sleep-apnea symptoms.