Ayurvedic treatment for sleep apnea - #3576
I’ve been told by my partner that I snore loudly and sometimes stop breathing for a few seconds during the night. I never realized how bad it was until recently when I started waking up feeling exhausted and with headaches that last most of the day. After some research, I think I might have sleep apnea. Before I go for a sleep study or try a CPAP machine, I wanted to explore if there’s an Ayurvedic treatment for sleep apnea that could help me naturally manage or reduce the condition. I’ve read that Ayurveda focuses on balancing doshas and that sleep apnea might be linked to an imbalance in kapha or vata. Could this be true? Are there specific herbs, like Brahmi or Ashwagandha, that can calm the nervous system and improve breathing during sleep? I also heard that nasya (nasal oil treatment) can help open up the airways. If anyone has tried Ayurvedic treatment for sleep apnea, what was your experience? Did it actually improve your sleep, and how long did it take? Are there any breathing exercises, yoga poses, or dietary changes that complement the treatment? I’d really appreciate advice from anyone who’s successfully used Ayurveda for sleep issues.
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