exercise can
help improve OSA symptoms, even if you don’t lose weight. It can reduce inflammation, improve REM sleep, and enhance upper airway muscle tone, which is essential for keeping airways clear throughout the night.1
Diet: A reduced-calorie diet can help you lose weight and contribute to improvements in OSA symptoms. Choosing whole, fresh foods in your diet can further improve OSA.2
Alcohol avoidance: Alcohol relaxes the muscles of the mouth and throat and can worsen airway obstruction from OSA.3 Avoiding alcohol can reduce your OSA symptoms
OSA and Your Life: A Guide to Your Daily Well-Being
