TalkAboutSleep
Medical Advisory Team
Medical Advisory Team
Includes well-known professionals, who together provide decades of sleep medicine experience that enables Talk About Sleep to fulfill its mission of creating access to high-quality sleep information, education, and support. Learn about our editorial process.

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CPAP vs. BiPAP: Which One Do You Need?
PAP is an acronym for Positive Airway Pressure, but you might have the difference between the CPAP vs. BiPAP machines when shopping for these machines. Both types utilize compressed air to open and support the airway of a ...
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Stages of Sleep: Their Number and Effect
In order to reap the total mental, physical and psychological benefits of sleep, you need a comfortable place to rest that allows the brain to cycle through the 4 stages of sleep: NREM Stages 1, 2, and 3, and REM Sleep. NREM stands for Non-Rapid Eye Movement and characterizes the first three stages of sleep also known ...
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5 Best CPAP Masks for Mouth Breathers – Sleep Peacefully!
Nowadays, many more people than we realize suffer from one form of sleep-related sleeping disorders or another. Sleep-related disorders can be quite frustrating because everybody wants their sleep; this leads us to our products, CPAP masks for mouth breathers. There are different types of CPAP masks that have been ...
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What Is Sleep? The Ultimate Sleep Guide
Have you ever wondered - what is sleep? Sleep is absolutely essential for human survival, allowing us to heal and recharge in both our body and our mind. Without enough sleep, we can get unwell, gain weight and see our physical and mental health deteriorate. In extreme cases, The longest recorded time without sleep is ...
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Best CPAP Masks for Side Sleepers: No More Troubles at Night
Traditional CPAP masks are not considered terrible, but folks still hesitate to use them because of their complex features. However, do you know you can get the best value and simplicity from modern CPAP masks? Modern CPAP masks come with three main components; mask frame, headgear, and cushion/nasal pillow. ...
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Types of Blankets: It’s Time to Cozy up
Nowadays, you can choose from an amazing selection of blankets as they have evolved over centuries along with fabric types and technology. Keeping warm was and always will be a priority for humankind; in prehistoric times, the blankets of choice might have been made of animal hides and ...
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Nightstand Height: Find the Perfect One
The right nightstand height for your bedroom is going to depend a lot on what type of nightstand you are looking for: a bedside table, bedside cabinet, or bedside chest. There are no actual nightstand height rules for how tall a nightstand should be, as this largely has to do with the height of your bed, what looks ...
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8 Best CPAP Masks for the Most Comfortable Treatment
Sleep apnea affects 1 in 15 adults in the USA, but CPAP treatment can provide a solution. However, to get the best from this treatment, you need the right CPAP mask. In our quest for the best CPAP masks, we’ve examined the important features and purchase considerations. We’ve looked at quality, comfort and ...
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APAP vs. CPAP: Which One to Choose?
Sleep apnea is a condition that affects many people. Symptoms can include snoring, disrupted sleeping patterns, morning headaches, and daytime irritability. And in the long term, sleep apnea can lead to an increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even liver disease. ...
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Best CPAP Mask for Beards: Only Good Nights
If you wear a CPAP mask, you understand the importance of finding a mask that is comfortable to wear. That is especially true for CPAP users with facial hair. A beard or mustache can sometimes hinder the effectiveness of your CPAP therapy. Fortunately, CPAP mask manufacturers recognized this need and have created ...