Sleep Disorders in Youth

Breathing, sleeping, and thriving—it’s all connected. But sleep disorders are becoming increasingly recognized as a growing concern for children across the country. Nine out of 10 kids suffer from one or more symptoms including mouth breathing, snoring, bed wetting, delayed growth, nightmares, ADD/ADHD, restless sleep, difficulty in school, overbite/overjet, and crowded teeth, just to name a few. If left untreated, there may be a significant impact on the child’s full growth and development potential.

The central issue for many children suffering from the effects of sleep-related breathing disorders is a compromised airway. When a child’s airway is narrow, underdeveloped, or constricted in any way, the child will struggle to receive enough oxygen and may resort to mouth breathing, which compounds the issue by creating inflammation. Crowded teeth can force the tongue backwards into the throat, further restricting the airway.

Conventional treatment options such as prescription drugs, surgery, braces, and even academic tutors have been limiting and ineffective, mainly because they do not address the core issue. None of them actually promote or develop a child’s airway and help them get the oxygen and sleep they need to be healthy.

Clinical research has established a connection between certain common childhood health and behavioral symptoms and their root cause — Sleep Disordered Breathing. We believe it is critical to evaluate children’s sleep and breathing habits to identify and treat the core problem, not just the symptom. Our program has the power to impact your child’s health in so many positive ways, impacting their future health. We also treat adults for TMJ and facial pain, as well as sleep disorders. • ADD / ADHD • Bed Wetting • Restless Sleep • Snoring • Thumb Sucking • Teeth Grinding • Mouth Breathing • Nightmares • Daytime Sleepiness • Aggressive Behaviors • Delayed Growth • Dark Circles Under Eyes • Crowded Teeth • Overbite / Overjet • Allergies / Asthma • Swollen Tonsils

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PHTHALATES Phthalates are important to note as significant endocrine disruptors. The list of effects is long: • Altered reproductive development • Early death of testicular cells • Thyroid irregularities • Asthma • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Autism spectrum disorders Phthalates can also contribute to obesity. Toxins are stored in our fat cells. Phthalates are often found in fragrance, shampoo, hair spray, laundry detergent, cosmetics, lotion and aftershave. Did you know that chemical companies don’t have to disclose what chemicals are in “fragrance?” They can combine any amount of harmful chemicals and call it “fragrance,” and the FDA does not require them to disclose what’s in there. If this intrigues you, I highly recommend watching the documentary, “STINK.” It’s an eye-opening film that goes into more of these details. PARABENS When you are reading a product label, you often see methylparaben, ethylparaben, proplyparaben, and butylparaben. Parabens can mimic estrogen and lead to increased risks of cancer and gynecomastia (or “man boobs”). Studies have also shown that when pregnant women use products containing parabens, their children may have a higher likelihood of becoming overweight. Parabens can also reduce collagen in our skin and cause more wrinkles. Think about how much we spend on anti-aging creams. Many of these creams contain parabens.

In addition to creams, Parabens are often found in deodorants, baby lotions, shampoo, blush, fake tanning products, baby powder, foundation, and other cosmetics. The American Chemical Society shares that approximately 85% of health, beauty, and personal care products contain them. Here is the key thing to remember: these chemicals create bioaccumulation in our bodies. One might think, “Well, I only use my lotion a little bit every morning when I’m getting ready.” In reality, parabens are bioaccumulating in your body every day – and it adds up! It may not result in cancer, but you might be tired and very irritable because you can’t sleep through the night. You will see subtle signs of toxic overload over time. If you are reading this information for the first time, you might be like me and feel a bit overwhelmed. As I mentioned above, it all starts with awareness and education. I hope you can take some of these facts and begin to feel empowered. Taking small steps and swapping out one product for another makes a big difference. We are the gatekeepers to our homes. No one else is looking out for our family’s safety. There are some helpful tools that you can use to look up products that you are currently using: Think Dirty app and and www.EWC. org (Environmental Working Group). I’m also happy to help guide you or answer any questions along the way. 90-95% of cancer cases are under our control

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