Exercise, diet may keep sleep apnea from worsening

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Exercise, diet may keep sleep apnea from worsening

By Genevra Pittman NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Losing weight through exercise and healthier eating may have long-term benefits for people with mild sleep apnea, a new study suggests. Researchers found obese study participants who went through a one-year lifestyle intervention were about half as likely to see their sleep apnea progress to more severe disease, compared to those who received little extra help. People who have sleep apnea stop breathing for short spurts when their airway collapses or gets blocked while they're asleep. ...

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