By Ruth Marion

Len May, CEO of EndoCanna Health, understands the importance of healthy sleep for optimal mental and physical health.  May knows there is a connection between our days and nights.   In this podcast, May tells our listeners that the right cannabinoid will make all the difference in the the world and save you time and money.  Consumers seeking cannabinoid therapeutics will try, on average, 6 to 8 different products before they find one that meets their needs for quality, consistent outcomes and accessibility.

"We created EndoCanna Health to answer one question: How do we help everyday people find a CBD or cannabinoid product that’s right for their unique needs, says May.

Cannabis and CBD products often produce different effects for users - and, according to EndoCanna Health, this is down to our DNA. Each individual has a different endocannabinoid system, which metabolizes and reacts in a unique way.  Len May explains it all!  Please listen to this podcast to discover how choosing the perfect cannabinoid for your body has never been easier.

About Len May: 

Len May is the CEO & Co-Founder EndoCanna Health, a Bio-Science Technology company. Think of them as a 23 And Me for Cannabis. An accomplished public speaker, he is on a mission to educate about the healing powers of Cannabis. In this episode, we'll talk about Cannabis, DNA, how your genetics play a role in your Canna experience, and how to talk to your Boomer parents about trying Cannabis.

As a Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist in Medicinal Genomics, Len has an in-depth knowledge of genomics, cannabinoids and terpenes, and their interaction with the Endocannabinoid system. This knowledge has allowed him to consult on the creation of Cannabinoid formulations designed to address specific health concerns.

May has more than 25 years of Cannabis and genomics experience and holds a Masters of Medical Cannabis and a certificate in Endocannabinoid Formulation from the Institute for the Advancement of Integrative Medicine. His areas of expertise include the workings of the Endocannabinoid System and how genetic expression plays a role in human experiences.

A pioneer in the Medical Cannabis industry, Len's work has been instrumental in shaping the current legislation and culture. He has held past positions as President of the Cannabis Action Network and Board Member and Lifetime Member of California Cannabis Association. He is the current chair of the CBDIA science board and is a stakeholder in some of the industry’s most iconic brands. Len is also a published author of “ Making Cannabis Personal” and hosts the popular “Everything Is Personal” podcast.

About EndoCanna Health:.

We’re a team of passionate, dedicated, and committed professionals. Many of us have been involved with cannabis therapeutics for more than 10 years – as researchers, scientists, and more.  Developed by a team of passionate, committed professionals, leading geneticists and cannabinoid researchers, our patent-pending DNA test and genetically aligned formulations create optimal cannabis and CBD experiences for your customers.

Our DNA is the blueprint for precision cannabinoid therapeutics. EndoCanna Health’s revolutionary ECS DNA array uncovers genetic variations which can then be matched with specific cannabinoid ratios and terpene profiles.  Genetically aligned cannabinoid formulations can lead to better experiences and outcomes for you, your customers or your patients.

For more information, please visit EndoCanna Health.

By Ruth Marion

I just love this doctor.  If you want to hear an and educational and entertaining perspective on sleep, this podcast is for you!

Dr. Christopher Winter is a sleep neurologist, best selling author, advisor to professional sports teams, speaker and podcaster.

Dr. Winter, Board Certified in sleep medicine by both the American Board of Sleep Medicine and by the American Board of Internal Medicine has practiced sleep medicine and neurology in Charlottesville, Virginia since 2004, but has been involved with sleep medicine and sleep research since 1993. As the owner of Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine, CNSM Consulting and the Medical Director of the Martha Jefferson Hospital Sleep Medicine Center, Dr. Winter is not only an active participant in patient care, but a dynamic speaker and researcher on the science of sleep.

A 2010 article in Trail Runner magazine described Winter as "the leading expert in the field of sleep disruption, in athletes and issues related to travel."

Winter's debut book, The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep is Broken and How to Fix It, was released by Penguin Random House on April 4, 2017.   Winter's second publication, The Rested Child, was released on August 17, 2021.

Dr. Winter tells the listener's about his life in the field of sleep since 1993.  He discusses how and why he entered the field of sleep, where the idea to write his books came from and what he is working on now.

Dr. Winter talks about his series called "Sleeping Around with Dr. Chris Winter" that explores the unique world of sleep and how people of vastly different careers prioritize rest in order to live happier and healthier lives.  Dr. Winter joins professional rock climber, a touring musician and a group of firefighters, living a day in their life, and then sleeping the way they do to understand how sleep helps them achieve their best in life and work. With each episode, the series emphasizes how sleep health can be a priority within any lifestyle or daily structure.

Dr. Winter continues to work with sports teams to help them achieve the best sleep for maximum performance and now has a podcast of his called "Sleep Unplugged", an unscripted discussion on a wide range of sleep topics - from sleep disorders to current research and controversies in the field. No topic is off limits!  His mission is to continue to spread the word about the importance of sleep, sleep research, education and treatments.

To reach Dr. Chris Winter, please go to this link.  We hope you enjoy this podcast and most importantly, sleep well!

In this podcast, Dr. Carol Ripple, a developmental Psychologist and Chief Program Officer at Pajama Program, tells us that what really matters is “bringing what we’ve learned from research and evaluation into practice and into policy.”  It all boils down to “how we are enhancing the well-being of children and families.”

Marion asks what motivates Dr. Ripple at Pajama Program.  Dr. Ripple says, “The Head Start model is something I learned about very early on in my training, and it’s so important to me because of the whole child approach.  What we know is that it is not just about school readiness but cognitive development as well.  It is understanding that all the systems that surround a child and family really need to be right and nurturing for that child to really be able to thrive.  And that is what drives me when I came to Pajama Program and still does today.”

Marion asks Dr. Ripple to tell us about her bedtime routine and what it means to her. “Well, she continues.  I need 7 to 8 hours of sleep.  I do the usual bedtime brushing and washing and head to bed with the New York Times crossword puzzle.  That’s how I wind down at night.”

So why is the bedtime routine and sleep education so important to Pajama Program?

We know that sleep is as important as exercise and nutrition but this is true PARTICULARLY for growing children.  Dr. Ripple talks about how children need sleep to be able to thrive, grow physically and mentally, develop a strong immune system, maintain a healthy weight, just to name a few.  Sleep helps children regulate their emotions so they can have better relationships with those around them.  Sleep helps promote good memory so children can do well in school.

Dr. Ripple talks about what happens if children do not get enough sleep and that is scary.   Without sleep it makes memory and learning harder.  There is a growing body of research that shows children who are not getting enough sleep have lower test scores in math, literacy and phonics.  There is also a much higher risk for anxiety and depression.

We talked about the how important a nighttime routine is and how important it is for caregiver’s to instill this in their children.  It should be a comforting time for children and a time that signals to the child’s mind and their body that it is time for sleep.  It’s a great time to to make that connection with the child, whether it’s through a book, listening to music or another quiet activity.

When asked about a common sleep myth often heard, Dr. Ripple replies “We encounter a lot of caregivers who believe that preschool kids, for example, need 8 hours to sleep, because that’s what we always hear.  In reality, younger children need more than that.  A child in preschool should get 10 to 13 hours of sleep every day.  Pajama Program and our sleep experts spend a lot of time combating that myth.

Let’s hear more about Pajama Program, Marion says.

Dr. Ripple replies, “Pajama Program began in 2001 in New York City and is a national nonprofit.  We reach children and families across the 50 states.  Our mission is to promote and support a comforting bedtime routine and healthy sleep for children to ...

"Prosomnus is North America's largest manufacturer of oral appliances", says Dr. Mark T. Murphy, Chief Dental Officer at Prosumnus.  In this podcast, Dr. Murphy explains to our listeners HOW an oral appliance can be an alternative treatment for sleep apnea.

Most physicians will prescribe CPAP therapy but that does not always work.  For various reasons, studies have found that many people diagnosed with sleep apnea do not use their CPAP machine.  An oral appliance could be the answer.

Listen to this podcast to hear more about ProSomnus, a pioneer in precision medical devices for the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).

IF YOU WANT TO MEET AND LEARN ABOUT ORAL APPLIANCES FOR OSA, CLICK HERE:

ProSomnus is hosting a first, one of a kind symposium focused on the shift toward emerging therapies for people diagnosed with OSA. Leading sleep medicine clinicians will discuss their clinical, practical, and scientific perspectives on precision oral appliance therapy as an option for patients diagnosed with OSA who refuse or fail CPAP, cannot access CPAP due to the recall, or simply prefer alternative treatment. The two-day event will offer 12 continuing education credit hours and take place at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco from August 18-20, 2022.

ProSomnus has organized over a dozen lectures and expert panels featuring leading clinicians and researchers from around the world, including:

* Prof. Dr. Olivier M. Vanderveken, MD, PhD. – ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon, Antwerp University Hospital (Belgium)

* Dr. John E. Remmers, MD – A Renowned Clinician and Investor in the field of Sleep Medicine

* Dr. Phillip W. Neal II, DMD, ABGD – Co-author of the DoD/VA Clinical Practice Guideline on OSA, who as Chief Dental Surgeon, Operation Inherent Resolve was the first to provide Dental Sleep Medicine care to combat deployed US troops.

* Dr. Kent Smith, DDS, D.ABDSM, D.ASBA – Dentist, Founder of 21st Century Sleep, and Past-President of the American Sleep Breathing Academy

* Dr. Reza Radmand, DMD, FAAOM, D.ABDSM – Clinician, Lecturer + Researcher, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts

* Prof. Dr. Marc Braem – University of Antwerp (Belgium) and Past-President of the European Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

* Dr. Aditi Desai, DMD, FAAOM, D.ABDSM – President of the British Society of Dental Sleep Medicine (BSDSM) and British Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (BADSM)

* Dr. Mitchell Levine, DMD, D.ABDSM – Dentist and Professor, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Tennessee and Current President of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

* Dr. Michael Gelb, DDS, MS – Dentist, Author of the book GASP and co-founder of Foundation for Airway Health and the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry

* George Nierenberg, Award-Winning Director/Producer, Out of Breath

Key sponsors of this inaugural event include 21st Century Sleep Seminars, Awaken2Sleep, Brady Billing, The Clinical Foundation of Orthopedics & Orthodontics, CharkEducation, Dental Sleep Profits, Dental Sleep Solutions (DS3), General Sleep, Kettenbach Dental, Nierman Practice Management, Pristine Medical Billing, SleepTest.com, and ZOLL Itamar Medical.

Persons interested in attending can learn more and register here:

ProSomnus is the first manufacturer of precision, mass-customized oral appliance therapy devices to treat OSA, which affects over 74 million Americans and is associated with...

By Ruth Marion

In this podcast with Dr. Chelsie Rohrscheib, head sleep expert at Wesper, Rohrscheib begins by telling the audience that, "I comes from a neuroscience background with a heavy concentration in sleep.  I went from general sleep science to clinical sleep apnea, I've consulted to sleep technology companies and I've worked with corporations on fatigue management programs for their employees."  Rohrscheib holds a bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science with Honours and a PhD in Neuroscience with a specialty in sleep genetics. She is a sleep consultant with over 10 years of experience in the field of sleep.

"Wow, so you've been in every area of sleep science possible, says Marion.  Now, let's hear about Wesper".

"I'll start by saying that Wesper is a home sleep testing company, a level 3 sleep diagnostic device, and a long term wellness device as well."

With a level 3 sleep study, you use a sleep study kit at home that records your breathing activity, oxygen levels, and heart rate throughout the course of the night(s). Based on this activity, a level 3 sleep study tests your snoring and airflow and diagnoses if you have obstructive sleep apnea.

Rohrscheib recommends that clients wear the device to get an accurate reading.  Some nights are better than others.  The more data the better the results.  We spoke about how Wesper also offers advice to their clients on improving their sleep hygiene or handling other sleep issues they might have.  It is an all inclusive sleep support system.  It has been proven that those patients who receive long term support are themes successful with the treatment of their sleep disorder, especially sleep apnea.

Rohrscheib tells us that Wesper offers two pathways to patients.  If they want, they can start with their wellness device.  The Wesper wellness device will give a good indication if their is a problem and refer the person to the diagnostic test.

Once the diagnostic test gathers enough data, a team of doctors will be able to accurately say what the person's breathing looks like and the diagnosis will be much more accurate.

A meeting will be set up with Rohrscheib or another team physician to discuss the results of the test and recommend a treatment based on factors such as the severity of the breathing disorder and the patient's lifestyle choices. The important thing is to find a treatment that not only works but that a patient will use.

After the treatment is prescribed, it is recommended that the at home sleep test is utilized often to make sure the treatment is working and the person is adhering to therapy.

The patient has access to their own information each morning which helps keep them motivated and compliant to use the recommended treatment.  Physicians have more detailed information on the back end about the person's breathing to help guide them to prescribe the right therapy and monitor the patients progress.

Last question for anyone who is thinking that Wesper is just another sleep tracker.  It is not.  Marion asks, "what makes Wesper different than your everyday sleep tracker"?  Rohrscheib says, "Wesper gives similar metrics but is so much more!  Wesper is FDA approved to diagnose sleep apnea at home."

For more information, visit www.wesper.co

We hope you enjoy this podcast.

By Ruth Marion

"Dayzz is a cutting-edge, digital health start up located in Israel who provides end to end sleep care,” says Dr. Mairav Cohen-Zion, Chief Science Officer at Dayzz in this podcast.

Dr. Cohen-Zion begins by telling our listeners about her impressive and extensive knowledge, education and experience in the field of sleep. As Chief Science Officer, Dr. Cohen-Zion is the person who is behind the research and design of Dayzz.

Marion asks Dr. Cohen-Zion to tell our listeners what Dayzz can identify about your sleep and how it can help. She gives the listeners three key identifiers in the Dayzz platform.

* The app asks specific questions to identify any high risk sleep disorders such as sleep apnea or insomnia.

* The app connects with various data sources you might have to gather more accurate information.

* The app helps creates an appropriate sleep training program using CBT-I (cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia) or recommending a sleep doctor to seek additional treatment.

Dr. Cohen-Zion tells the audience, "We identify four key issues in sleep...Insomnia, delayed sleep phase syndrome, high risk for sleep apnea, and insufficient sleep disorder.  The key is to identify the issues so they can take the next step and get the appropriate treatment.”

For example, the app might identify insufficient sleep and reply with certain tips the person can try to fix the sleep problem. Dr. Cohen-Zion adds that “yes, Dayzz is a digital coach but Dayzz is so much more. We are a digital platform but also offer an additional feature which is a human coach."

Human sleep coaches help motivate individuals and offer emotional and behavioral support that you cannot get from an app alone. The human element is very important to help people get the most out of the program and embrace it as best as they can.

Dayzz is in English and the platform is currently being marketed to companies in the United States that are looking to offer a unique health benefit to their employees.

With companies more aware of the correlation between quality of work and rested employees, this app is a game-changer for companies and corporations .

We hope you enjoy this podcast.  For more information, please visit https://www.dayzz.com.

By Ruth Marion

"Just like you, we've googled "sleep" in an effort to get an answer to our sleep problems, but so much of the information out there is vague and does not apply." says Teresa Denike, founder at Sleep Better NYC in this Sleep Forum Podcast.

Denike is a board-certified clinical sleep educator, national speaker, and the founder of Sleep Better NYC.   Her expertise is in sleep apnea, sleep hygiene, and mindset for sleep and overall wellbeing.   After 14 years in healthcare sales and consulting, Teresa witnessed countless family, friends, and patients struggle through the typical pathways for sleep support. Sleep Better NYC was founded as a solution.  Sleep Better NYC provides coaching and care coordination.  They believe in a personalized, holistic approach to sleep and well-being which is why they created programs and content with a community of sleep experts.

Denike tells the audience that the main mission of Sleep Better NYC is education and support.  Denike spends the time with sleep patients that the sleep doctors don't have.  Whether it be an oral device or a CPAP mask, Denike will work with the patient, monitor the patients compliance and also progress and interface with the sleep physician on patient's behalf.

Sleep Better NYC is 100 percent virtual!  If a person comes to Sleep Better NYC before seeing a doctor, Sleep Better NYC can connect you with a doctor and a home sleep apnea test.  Marion asked Denike her thoughts on the home sleep tests.  "Technology is so advanced today that I would definitely recommend a home sleep test.  They are small, easy to use and accurate".  Denike also recommends an in lab test for someone with additional health concerns besides sleep or young children.

Once diagnosed and given a prescription for a specific therapy, call Sleep Better NYC and they will answer any questions you might have, monitor your program and offer lifestyle tips to help improve your sleep.

Marion asked Denike how they help individuals who come to them with insomnia.  Denike tells Marion how they offer an on line educational tool that individuals can use at their own pace.  The module uses the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy and includes hyperlinks to sleep and behavioral health resources.

"If an individual exhibits any red flags, we immediately refer them to a therapist or psychiatrist," says Denike.

At the end of the podcast, we had a fun conversation about sleep trackers and consumer wearables.  "They are interesting and pretty accurate but in the clinical world we hesitate because it is not accurate enough, says Denike.  Denike believes that sleep trackers can improve sleep habits as long as it does not become obsessive or cause further anxiety.  Denike recommends checking it weekly rather than daily.

To hear the podcast, please click the link below.  To reach Teresa or Sleep Better NYC, please go to www.sleepbetter.nyc or @sleepbetternyc on instagram.

By Ruth Marion

"I met Karen Moore several conferences ago before Covid and she had a great story that stayed with me for years," say Ruth Marion, The Sleep Forum.  Karen Moore is owner and creator of Pad-A-Cheek, a padding that fits on your CPAP increasing comfort and decreasing the lines on your face in the morning.

Marion asks Moore to tell her story to the audience.  "It all began when I woke up one day and noticed these terrible lines on my face from my CPAP," says Moore.

"In spring 2004 I was diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea.  I began my treatment and quickly realized it was hard to fall asleep with the new equipment. The mask was uncomfortable and the straps left marks on my face. It was challenging to keep air from blowing out the sides of the mask, or out of my mouth. I sorta slept that first night."

What really bothered Moore was waking up in the morning and seeing marks from the headgear.  Moore decided to create her own solution and sewed flannel tubes that slid onto the CPAP mask.  She realized it was much more comfortable and she did not have lines on her face when she woke up.  She continued wearing the CPAP with the flannel covering for six months and learned to love the machine and the mask.

What impressed me the most Moore's motivation to bring PAD-A-CHEEK products to as many CPAP users as possible, at a reasonable price.  As for customer care, it doesn't get much better than PAD-A-CHEEK.  Moore adds, "Should you have a question or concern, you can call directly and I will walk you through ordering the right product or answer any other questions you might have."

To hear the rest of her story and all that PAD-A-CHEEK has to offer, please listen to our podcast.  If you are interested in purchasing the product, please go to www.padacheek.com

By Ruth Marion

"I worked in the music industry doing sound for many years until one day, I experienced such a loud blast through the speaker that I literally hit the floor," says R. Scott Armbruster, founder and inventor for The Sound Pillow Sleep System.  He tells our listeners how the high pitched ringing in his ear never went away (since 1992) and that is Tinnitus.  According to the Mayo Clinic,  Tinnitus is when you experience ringing or other noises in one or both of your ears. The noise you hear when you have tinnitus isn't caused by an external sound, and other people usually can't hear it.

“Armbruster, being a production industry expert, decided to look into ways to “distract” from his Tinnitus so he could sleep.”  He found a product that was sound in a pillow but needed much improvement, according to Armbruster.  He reinvented the product to be what he felt would be most effective to help someone with Tinnitus sleep better.  First, he improved the tracks that are available because everyone's brain reacts differently to different sounds.  Second, he wanted it to be user-friendly.  Third, he wanted it to be affordable for everyone.

Armbruster spoke with Marion about the variations in sound and explaining that "white" noise is NOT the only option.  Red, pink and blue noise are also options that Ambruster offers in the Sound Pillow.  Ambruster spoke about non-emotional music and how it effects the brain and sleep.  You can hear a sample of the tracks at www.soundpillow.com.

Armbruster touched on how Tittitus effects more people than we think, especially veterans.  He spoke about how beneficial his product was to one veteran who did not sleep through the night for years.  There is even the the American Tittitus Association.    Armbruster added that his product is even beneficial to children on the spectrum, anyone with anxiety, and more.

Lastly, Ambruster is offering free shipping and a discount to anyone at:  WWW.SOUNDPILLOW.COM and use code LOVED at checkout.

We hope you enjoy our podcast!

 

By Ruth Marion

"I worked in the music industry doing sound for many years until one day, I experienced such a loud blast through the speaker that I literally hit the floor," says R. Scott Armbruster, founder and inventor for The Sound Pillow Sleep System.  He tells our listeners how the high pitched ringing in his ear never went away (since 1992) and that is Tinnitus.  According to the Mayo Clinic,  Tinnitus is when you experience ringing or other noises in one or both of your ears. The noise you hear when you have tinnitus isn't caused by an external sound, and other people usually can't hear it.

Armbruster, being an audio expert, decided to look into ways to "quiet" the sound so he could sleep.  He found a product that was sound in a pillow but needed much improvement, according to Armbruster.  He reinvented the product to be what he felt would be most effective to help someone with Tinnitus sleep better.  First, he improved the tracks that are available because everyone's brain reacts differently to different sounds.  Second, he wanted it to be user-friendly.  Third, he wanted it to be affordable for everyone.

Armbruster spoke with Marion about the variations in sound and explaining that "white" noise is NOT the only option.  Red, pink and blue noise are also options that Ambruster offers in the Sound Pillow.  Ambruster spoke about non-emotional music and how it effects the brain and sleep.  You can hear a sample of the tracks at www.soundpillow.com.

Armbruster touched on how Tittitus effects more people than we think, especially veterans.  He spoke about how beneficial his product was to one veteran who did not sleep through the night for years.  There is even the the American Tittitus Association.    Armbruster added that his product is even beneficial to children on the spectrum, anyone with anxiety, and more.

Lastly, Ambruster is offering free shipping and a discount to anyone at:  WWW.SOUNDPILLOW.COM and use code LOVED at checkout.

We hope you enjoy our podcast!