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Kristie and Oprah -- from Dr. Mack Jones
"I feel badly about Oprah's and Kristie's continued struggle with their weight when there is a very good possibility that they both have OSA and do not know it. Treatment with an APAP machine could put an end to the weight struggle not to mention the multitude of other threats to their lives.
The most common cause of obesity today is OSA. Both have reached epidemic proportions. Repeated surges of cortisol with each airway obstruction is a large part of the reason for uncontrolled weight gain. It is part of the brain's emergency response to apnea; the "fight or flight" mechanism put in motion as part of the sympathetic nervous systems response to life threatening situations.
Oprah's feeling of being "unglued" and her "well has run dry" is exactly what happens when your body and brain has been beaten up over many years by repeated apneic events during sleep.
The vicious cycle of OSA causing weight gain and increasing weight worsening the OSA can be stopped in most by treating with an APAP machine.
Both Oprah and Kristie should undergo a sleep study to diagnose OSA. When it is determined that they have the disease, (which I am betting they have) treatment will give them a chance to get their lives back again."
from Dr. Mack Jones
The most common cause of obesity today is OSA. Both have reached epidemic proportions. Repeated surges of cortisol with each airway obstruction is a large part of the reason for uncontrolled weight gain. It is part of the brain's emergency response to apnea; the "fight or flight" mechanism put in motion as part of the sympathetic nervous systems response to life threatening situations.
Oprah's feeling of being "unglued" and her "well has run dry" is exactly what happens when your body and brain has been beaten up over many years by repeated apneic events during sleep.
The vicious cycle of OSA causing weight gain and increasing weight worsening the OSA can be stopped in most by treating with an APAP machine.
Both Oprah and Kristie should undergo a sleep study to diagnose OSA. When it is determined that they have the disease, (which I am betting they have) treatment will give them a chance to get their lives back again."
from Dr. Mack Jones
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Permalink Reply by Art Hyde on
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I have been diagnosed with OSA over 15 years ago. I have had a struggle with obesity complicated by diabetes Type 2 and severe arthritis. I do believe that OSA and its link to hypothyroidism is a strong one. But I have stopped keeping my focus on "losing weight" and fad diets to bring about a rapid turn-around in my goal to "lose weight". I have changed the way I look at my obese state by understanding that my ultimate goal is to manage my weight by managing my food intake and increasing my exercise and activity level. I call it a life changing look at myself wholistically- physically, mentally, emotionally, socially and spiritually. A look to a healthier lifestyle so I can experience a greater quality of life for myself, my loved ones and my friends and acquaintances.
So I faithfully use my mask daily keeping it maintained and in good operational condition. I get periodic updates from my respiratory people at the nearby VA medical center and I have begun to make healthier choices for myself. I eat off an 8 to10" plate and do not indulge in seconds unless after 20 minutes of letting my food settle I still have a genuine hunger for more. I savor my food now as well and set down my fork after eating each helping. Having a strong support network is also crucial so that you can compare notes, ideas and suggestions with others traveling the road less traveled.
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Permalink Reply by Mike on
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You can find that kind of support network at the Losing Weight Sensibly with Sleep Apnea Group.
Art Hyde said:I have been diagnosed with OSA over 15 years ago. I have had a struggle with obesity complicated by diabetes Type 2 and severe arthritis. I do believe that OSA and its link to hypothyroidism is a strong one. But I have stopped keeping my focus on "losing weight" and fad diets to bring about a rapid turn-around in my goal to "lose weight". I have changed the way I look at my obese state by understanding that my ultimate goal is to manage my weight by managing my food intake and increasing my exercise and activity level. I call it a life changing look at myself wholistically- physically, mentally, emotionally, socially and spiritually. A look to a healthier lifestyle so I can experience a greater quality of life for myself, my loved ones and my friends and acquaintances.
So I faithfully use my mask daily keeping it maintained and in good operational condition. I get periodic updates from my respiratory people at the nearby VA medical center and I have begun to make healthier choices for myself. I eat off an 8 to10" plate and do not indulge in seconds unless after 20 minutes of letting my food settle I still have a genuine hunger for more. I savor my food now as well and set down my fork after eating each helping. Having a strong support network is also crucial so that you can compare notes, ideas and suggestions with others traveling the road less traveled.
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