Sleep Apnea Expert: 1 Billion People Have This And Most Go UNDIAGNOSED! | Dr Andy Galpin
- Aug 13, 2026
- 2:12:19
- Full Episode
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
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00:00:00 Why do you do what you do 00:03:58 What goals bring people to you? 00:07:50 Health anxiety and over-optimising 00:08:53 Sleep disorders are a health crisis 00:10:49 Does sleep apnea disrupt sleep? 00:14:40 Why is sleep apnea so common? 00:15:37 Do I have a sleep issue? 00:18:47 Pros and cons of wearables 00:21:40 What causes a high resting heart rate? 00:22:08 Why is sleep getting worse? 00:23:18 Morning light and light pollution 00:25:36 How much does sound matter? 00:27:11 Best evidence-based sleep supplements 00:29:44 Do you recommend melatonin? 00:34:58 Is there a downside to coffee? 00:37:06 What mattress should I sleep on? 00:38:09 The real issue with screen time 00:47:28 Sleeping when you share a bed 00:49:08 Sleeping in new environments 00:49:54 Optimal temperature for sleep 00:55:54 Ads 00:57:52 Energy management for high performers 01:02:55 Steve's cholesterol results 01:07:26 Why healthy people can have an enlarged heart 01:10:40 Lowering cholesterol with lifestyle and medicine 01:14:15 Low vitamin D 01:17:02 Omega 3 and mercury levels 01:17:52 Exercise and the SAID principle 01:23:37 Use it or lose it with age 01:28:11 Ads 01:29:30 Is grip strength linked to mortality? 01:34:30 How to build muscle power 01:37:03 Does more exercise equal better? 01:41:36 What supplements do you take? 01:43:32 The best way to lose weight 01:51:01 Exercise and weight loss myths 01:53:08 The 54321 method for fat loss 01:54:45 Why am I not progressing? 01:56:27 Can AI create a workout plan? 02:00:43 What motivates people to change? 02:07:03 Are my goals bad? 02:09:20 What is worth doing if you might fail?
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Brief Summary
Dr. Andy Galpin shares effective sleep strategies, the importance of exercise, and misconceptions about weight loss and health management.
Key points
- The Importance of Sleep. Dr. Andy Gin discusses the critical role of sleep in health and performance, revealing shocking statistics about undiagnosed sleep apnea.
- The Future of Sleep Tech. Exploring the shift from sleep hospitals to home tech solutions for sleep issues.
- Melatonin Misconceptions. Understanding the proper use and effects of melatonin for sleep.
- The Dangers of Screen Time Before Bed. Screen usage can disrupt sleep due to arousal from novelty-seeking activities.
- First Night Effect in New Environments. Traveling can disrupt sleep due to unfamiliar surroundings and circadian rhythms.
- The Importance of Energy Management. High performers excel at managing their energy, which separates them from the rest.
Episode highlights
- The Importance of SleepDr. Andy Gin discusses the critical role of sleep in health and performance, revealing shocking statistics about undiagnosed sleep apnea.“70 to 80% of people who have clinical sleep apnea will go undiagnosed.”9:03Aug 13, 2026
- The Future of Sleep TechExploring the shift from sleep hospitals to home tech solutions for sleep issues.“Can we bring the sleep possible into the home?”18:28Aug 13, 2026
- Melatonin MisconceptionsUnderstanding the proper use and effects of melatonin for sleep.“Melatonin doesn't work if you're already in that rhythm.”31:06Aug 13, 2026
- The Dangers of Screen Time Before BedScreen usage can disrupt sleep due to arousal from novelty-seeking activities.“The search for novelty is more dangerous than blue light.”38:14Aug 13, 2026
- First Night Effect in New EnvironmentsTraveling can disrupt sleep due to unfamiliar surroundings and circadian rhythms.“You can try to mimic your sleep environment at home on the road.”49:10Aug 13, 2026
- The Importance of Energy ManagementHigh performers excel at managing their energy, which separates them from the rest.“When you get better at managing energy, you're more effective.”59:49Aug 13, 2026
- Imaging Saves LivesA young, fit individual discovers a serious heart blockage through imaging, highlighting its importance.“Imaging saved his life.”1:10:10Aug 13, 2026
- The Aging MythAging is often blamed for decline, but it's not always the reason; we can fight back.“Aging isn't always the excuse.”1:24:16Aug 13, 2026





