I’m 5’9 and weigh around 240 lbs. (come down from about 260), and my goal is to come down to around 200 lbs within the next 6 months or so. I’m wondering if anyone has managed to eliminate the need for CPAP by losing weight and getting healthy. It would be a great incentive for me, as I would like to stop sleeping with the mask on.
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Something like this really varies from person to person. Generally I’d say anyone with a BMI of over 25 can benefit from weight loss in terms of sleep apnea symptoms, but this is something for you to discuss with your doctor.
Lost around 60 pounds over the last two years. Hasn’t cured my OSA, but the max pressure I need has decreased so I’m thinking it’s doable. Of course, there’s been many quality of life improvements with losing weight, so I’d recommend it regardless!
I have a friend who did just this! Lost around a hundred pounds, also going to the gym and getting in decent shape. Gonna depend on things like age and stuff, he was in his early 30s, but I say worth a shot!
Sounds interesting maybe we should all try that