Ep 35 - The Sleep Doctor Answers Your Biggest Sleep Questions: Sleep Apnea, Dreams, Relationships & More | Dr. Michael Breus

What do sleep trackers, naps, CPAP machines, sleep apnea, and even your dreams have in common?They're all part of the final installment of our three-part conversation with Dr. Michael Breus, better known as The Sleep Doctor.In this episode, Dr. Breus tackles some of the biggest questions in modern sleep health. Are devices like Oura Ring, Whoop, and Apple Watch actually accurate? How much deep sleep do you really need? Are naps helping or hurting your sleep? And if you've been diagnosed with sleep apnea, are CPAP machines your only option?We also dive into the differences between obstructive and central sleep apnea, emerging treatment options, why sleep disorders in women are often overlooked, and what Dr. Breus believes is the next frontier in sleep science.If you've ever wondered whether you're getting enough deep sleep, whether your sleep tracker is making you anxious, or whether your daytime fatigue might be a sign of something more serious, this episode is packed with practical insights from one of the world's leading sleep experts.In This Episode:• How accurate are sleep trackers like Oura, Whoop, and Apple Watch? • Why you should focus on sleep trends, not nightly scores • What healthy REM, deep sleep, and light sleep percentages look like • The truth about naps and who should avoid them • Obstructive vs. central sleep apnea: what's the difference? • CPAP alternatives, including oral appliances, Inspire, ExciteOSA, and emerging treatments • Why sleep apnea in women is often missed or misdiagnosed • The surprising relationship between sleep, dreams, and emotional processing • How sleep can impact a relationship and what to do about it • Why sleep may be the most important longevity tool availableConnect with Dr. Michael Breus:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeTake Dr. Breus's Sleep Type (Chronotype) QuizText us your thoughts, questions, or takeaways. We read every message.All views, opinions, and commentary expressed on The Health Hunt Podcast are solely those of the hosts. They are shared in a personal capacity and do not represent the views, policies, or positions of any current or former employer, including any organizations with which the hosts may be professionally affiliated.Connect with the Health HuntWebsiteInstagramLinkedInTikTokYouTube Email: [email protected] Health Hunt Fullscript Store - Practitioner-grade supplements and wellness products with community discounts up to 25% offThe Health Hunt's Prenuvo Discount - Save $300 on a full-body MRI scanIgniton (15% Off Cellular Health & Longevity Products for Health Hunt Listeners)