Expert urges Brits to get checked for condition that affects millions of us in our sleep

A sleep expert says millions of Brits are suffering from a condition that many of us do not even realise we have. Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.

It is a serious but often overlooked condition that affects around eight million people in the UK, and worryingly, 1 in 3 of those are undiagnosed. One of the most common signs is loud, persistent snoring, often with gasping or choking during the night.

These breathing interruptions stop you from reaching deep, restorative sleep, which can leave you feeling constantly drained. Martin Seeley, senior sleep expert at MattressNextDay , warns: “If you find yourself nodding off while watching

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