Dr. Dylan Petkus | Why Sleep Apnea is Wrecking Your Health – And How to Fix It

Who is Dr. Dylan Petkus?

Dr. Dylan Petkus, author of the #1 Amazon Best Seller Sleep Apnea Solution, is on a mission to help people overcome health challenges like sleep apnea so they can break free from limitations and ineffective treatment options. With firsthand experience battling sleep apnea, he understands the exhaustion, brain fog, and frustration that come with it. Through his own research, he discovered a natural approach to restoring healthy breathing — one that goes beyond conventional CPAP therapy.

Dr. Petkus earned his Master of Science in Physiology from Pennsylvania State University, where he was awarded a research fellowship and became a peer-reviewed published author. He later obtained both his Master of Public Health and Medical Degree from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine before specializing in Family Medicine. Now, he dedicates his career to educating and empowering those struggling with sleep apnea and other chronic conditions, providing them with real solutions to live healthier, fuller lives.

What did Dr. Dylan and Dr. Scott discuss?

00:00 Welcome to the Smarter Not Harder Podcast
01:09 Guest Introduction: Dr. Dylan Petkus
02:33 Sleep Apnea and Methylene Blue Overview
03:17 The Importance of Nasal Breathing and Nitric Oxide
11:04 Tongue Fat and Its Link to Sleep Apnea
15:46 How Inflammation Contributes to Sleep Apnea
27:18 Root Causes and Prevalence of Sleep Apnea
32:09 Early Sleep Studies and Breathing Patterns
35:05 History of CPAP and Modern Treatments
36:21 Respiratory Loop Gain and CO2 Regulation
38:25 Breathing Retraining and Metabolic Factors
40:40 Diagnostics and Home Sleep Studies
48:12 Myofunctional Therapy and Breathing Exercises
57:59 Practical Tips for Better Sleep and Health
01:00:27 Conclusion and Additional Resources