The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
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Sleep Apnea Expert: Most People Who Have This Silent Killer Will NEVER Find Out! | Dr Andy Galpin
2 hour 11 minutes Posted Aug 13, 2026 at 5:00 am.
Why do you do what you do
What goals bring people to you?
Health anxiety and over-optimising
Sleep disorders are a health crisis
Does sleep apnea disrupt sleep?
Why is sleep apnea so common?
Do I have a sleep issue?
Pros and cons of wearables
What causes a high resting heart rate?
Why is sleep getting worse?
Morning light and light pollution
How much does sound matter?
Best evidence-based sleep supplements
Do you recommend melatonin?
Is there a downside to coffee?
What mattress should I sleep on?
The real issue with screen time
Sleeping when you share a bed
Sleeping in new environments
Optimal temperature for sleep
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Energy management for high performers
Steve's cholesterol results
Why healthy people can have an enlarged heart
Lowering cholesterol with lifestyle and medicine
Low vitamin D
Omega 3 and mercury levels
Exercise and the SAID principle
Use it or lose it with age
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Is grip strength linked to mortality?
How to build muscle power
Does more exercise equal better?
What supplements do you take?
The best way to lose weight
Exercise and weight loss myths
The 54321 method for fat loss
Why am I not progressing?
Can AI create a workout plan?
What motivates people to change?
Are my goals bad?
What is worth doing if you might fail?
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Performance Scientist Dr Andy Galpin reveals the BIGGEST sleep mistakes ruining your health, how to build better energy every day, why your sleep tracker could be making things worse, and whether health optimisation can actually backfire!
Dr. Andy Galpin is a Professor of Kinesiology and Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University. He has spent over 2 decades working with Olympic gold medallists, world champions, professional athletes, military special forces, and also hosts the Perform with Dr Andy Galpin podcast. 
He explains: 
◼ Why millions unknowingly have a sleep disorder that's silently damaging their health
◼ The morning routine that resets your body clock for better sleep at night
◼ The truth about melatonin, and why most people are taking it the wrong way
◼ The simple sleep tests you can do at home before visiting a specialist
◼ Why waking up exhausted after 8 hours could be a warning sign
Independent Fact Check: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DOAC-Andy-Galpin-Independent-Research-Further-Reading.pdf
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Quiz Links:
PSQI (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/E41eW4P
ASSQ (Athlete Sleep Screening Questionnaire) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/3yDF4PF
ESS (Epworth Sleepiness Scale) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/9RKtDoZ
STOP-BANG (Obstructive sleep apnea risk screener) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/7UxNsxH
ISI (Insomnia Severity Index, PDF) — https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4mgzHRs
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