By Jessica Rendall, Jul 24, 2026 “It’s important to realize that sleep apnea is often caused by excess weight, but it can also be caused by nasal congestion, and airway and oral anatomy,” explains Alex Dimitriu, M.D., a double board-certified physician in sleep medicine and psychiatry. Click HERE for the full article.
By Jessica Freeborn, Jul 20, 2026 Alex Dimitriu, MD, double board-certified in Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, likewise not involved in this study, also noted that it “confirms a lot of what we have been hearing. Indeed, late evening types tend to eat less healthy foods after […]
By Elizabeth Millard, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Alex Dimitriu, Jul 13, 2026 Although continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is considered the gold standard for sleep apnea treatment, lifestyle habits can also make a significant difference. A key example is exercise, which can improve sleep apnea severity and support mental and physical health as well. Click HERE for […]
By George Citroner, Jun 20, 2026 “People who tend to isolate naturally, due to introversion, anxiety, or personality style, may find remote work comforting,” Dr. Alex Dimitriu, double board-certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, told The Epoch Times. “But it may not be the best thing […]
By Nicola Appleton, Jun 10, 2026 For this borderline insomniac who frequently wakes up at 3 a.m., this was unprecedented. However, according to Dr. Alex Dimitriu, a dual board certified psychiatrist and sleep doctor, it’s entirely expected. “I tell my patients they need to be vertical by day, so they can sleep better horizontally at night,” […]
By Cathy Cassata, Jun 10, 2026 Zepbound may help with moderate to severe OSA by addressing obesity, which plays a significant role in OSA, said Alex Dimitriu, MD, founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine. “Excess weight, especially around the neck, can narrow the airway and increase the risk of collapse during sleep,” he told […]
By Elizabeth Millard, Jun 10, 2026 One of the most crucial steps in alleviating postpartum isolation is recognizing which emotions are difficult and addressing them with a partner, friend, or health provider, says the psychiatrist Alex Dimitriu, MD, the founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine in California and a medical reviewer for Everyday Health. “There […]
By George Citroner, Jun 6, 2026 Dr. Alex Dimitriu, who is board-certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine and was not involved in the study, told The Epoch Times these findings confirm what he’s observed in his practice: Both too little and too much sleep are associated with worse health outcomes. “It reinforces that 7 to 8 […]
By Elizabeth Millard, Jun 3, 2026 In addition, exercise calms the stress response and strengthens emotional regulation, says psychiatrist Alex Dimitriu, MD, the founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine in California and a medical reviewer for Everyday Health. Exercise serves as a way for the body (including the brain) to practice handling stress, leading to a […]
By Lauren Vinapol, May 31, 2026 Dr. Alex Dimitriu, a psychiatrist and sleep medicine specialist, agrees that no matter what you call it, NSDR or yoga nidra, it is definitely not comparable to real sleep, let alone four hours of it. On the other hand, that does not mean that non-sleep deep rest is bad; […]
By BethAnn Mayer, May 31, 2026 Dr. Alex Dimitriu, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist and sleep medicine doctor and the founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, points out that mouth breathing is not ideal. We’re designed to breathe humidified air through our noses. Mouth breathing is a flag and risk factor for high blood pressure. […]
By Elizabeth Millard, May 28, 2026 Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that can create difficulties in many aspects of your life. Many people who have the condition struggle with spikes and dips in energy, making them feel depleted, says Alex Dimitriu, MD, a psychiatrist and the founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine […]
By George Citroner, May 24, 2026 The urgency behind the search for alternatives to CPAP is underscored by the serious health consequences of untreated sleep apnea. Fundamentally, sleep apnea isn’t really a sleep problem, Dr. Alex Dimitriu, a double board-certified psychiatrist and sleep medicine expert and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, told The […]
By Mandy French, May 16, 2026 “Short sleep is often more associated with stress of a busy lifestyle, and anxiety. It can lead to elevated blood pressure, cortisol, and blood glucose levels, which all have detrimental effects over time,” said Alex Dimitriu, MD, a double board certified psychiatry and sleep medicine specialist and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry […]
By Moira Lawler, May 2, 2026 You may love a soft, plush mattress, while your partner may prefer a firm one. It’s a difficult compromise, but you don’t have to toss and turn on an uncomfortable surface. Instead, consider buying two twin XL mattresses, one in each partner’s firmness preference, and placing them side by side […]
