Diabetes & Sleep

Healthy sleep can be just as important as living a healthy lifestyle when you’re awake. More than 50% of people suffering from type 2 diabetes have some form of sleep apnea, which can result in poor sleep, daytime sleepiness, fatigue, and other serious health problems. If you have type 2 diabetes, it’s important to talk to your doctor if you are always tired or if your sleep is not restful.

Excessive snoring is one possible symptom of sleep apnea. So if you’re a snorer, or you live with one, find out if the snoring may be a sign of sleep apnea by taking our Snore Score Quiz.

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• 8% of the US population has type 2 diabetes, and studies show that many of these people also suffer from sleep apnea. Learn more about type 2 diabetes. 
• Studies show that sleep apnea may affect the body’s ability to use glucose and insulin. Read more about the connections between sleep apnea and diabetes. 
• Sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes are both associated with other serious health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Read more about common health problems of sleep apnea and diabetes.