Health Tip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge General: How are diabetes and sleep apnea connected?

Difficulties getting good sleep is common for many of us, but for people with type 2 diabetes, the chance for poor sleep is much higher because of unstable blood sugar levels and other diabetes-related factors. If you are pre-diabetic or already diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea can make managing your symptoms more difficult. It raises the levels of CO2 in your blood and hinders your body’s ability to use insulin effectively. Plus, poor sleep can lead to a lack of motivation to exercise or eat right and can even make you forget to take your medications. Learn more about the connection between diabetes and sleep apnea.