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Dr. Jeremy Tabak

Medical Director of the Galloway Sleep Center with Baptist Health South Florida

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Signs Of Sleep Deprivation

Dr. Jeremy Tabak, Medical Director of the Galloway Sleep Center with Baptist Health South Florida, explains when people might be sleep-deprived theyâ€™re tired in the morning when they wake up, theyâ€™ll have to use the alarm clock instead of waking up with their own natural rhythm and sometimes they get very sleepy in the afternoon, among others signs of sleep deprivation. Dr. Tabak describes circadian rhythm is about natural biological rhythm over the 24-hour period and it is based on the light-dark cycle. Jet lag also can affect the quality of sleep, he says.

Factors Influencing Sleep Quality

Dr. Jeremy Tabak, Medical Director of the Galloway Sleep Center with Baptist Health South Florida, explains nowadays people go to sleep with electronic devices and TV, for example, affecting sleep and the 24 hour activity cycle of the body. The specialist says the lights of the devices itself has a direct effect on people's brain and their circadian rhythm.

Sexuality In Older Ages

When people don't sleep enough, they may experience increased appetite because leptin will be lower, explains Lucette Talamas, Registered Dietitian with Baptist Health South Florida. Dr. Jeremy Tabak, Medical Director of the Galloway Sleep Center with Baptist Health South Florida, says sleep apnea can also affect the appetite hormones and stimulate appetite.

Bedtime Rituals For Better Sleep

Bedroom environment is very important to be conducive to good sleep. To achieve, Dr. Jeremy Tabak, Medical Director of the Galloway Sleep Center with Baptist Health South Florida advises having a dark, quiet and cool room. He says this is the best for having a good sleep. The specialist also recommends having naps in the afternoon but not close to bedtime, because it might interfere with going to sleep at night. If someone has trouble to fall asleep at night, then he should not be napping. Pillow and mattress should provide comfort to people, he says.

The Most Common Sleep Disorders

Insomnia, sleep apnea, periodic limb movements, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy, hypersomnolence, parasomnia and circadian rhythm disorders are the most common sleep disorders. Dr. Jeremy Tabak, Medical Director of the Galloway Sleep Center with Baptist Health South Florida, also explains people who have those symptoms during the night can feel tired and uncomfortable during the day. The specialist affirms cardiovascular problems, blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, diabetes and risk of strokes are associated with sleep abnormalities.

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