Ep. 10 | Why You Can't Breathe Through Your Nose (And What to Actually Do About It)

Ep. 10 | Why You Can't Breathe Through Your Nose (And What to Actually Do About It)

You've been told to breathe through your nose. But what if you genuinely can't? Drs. Campbell and Carson have an answer — and it's not "try harder." In this episode, Dr. Ellie Campbell, DO and Dr. Kathleen Carson, DDS discuss why so many people struggle with nasal breathing and why that struggle is a signal worth listening to, not a character flaw. They break down the three root causes of chronic mouth breathing (inflammation, structure, and function), explain the vicious cycle that makes congestion self-perpetuating, and share a practical roadmap for reclaiming your nose — at any age. Listeners will learn: - Why chronic mouth breathing is almost always a compensation, not a bad habit - How congestion creates a feedback loop that makes nasal breathing progressively harder to restore - The surprising mold connection behind recurring sinus infections — and what a Mayo Clinic study found inside patients' sinuses - Why the tissues inside your nose (turbinates) can actually decondition from years of disuse, just like muscles - Why mouth taping is later in the conversation, not the first step — and what needs to happen first - Simple starting points: saline rinses, allergy testing, sublingual immunotherapy, nasal strips, and breathing retraining https://sleepsexandsenility.com Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/viBFC6suyZc Disclaimer Sleep, Sex & Senility is produced for informational and educational purposes only. The content shared by Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson is not intended to constitute medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a physician-patient or dentist-patient relationship. Always seek the guidance of your physician, dentist, or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. The views expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any institution or organization. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep. 9 | Building a Healthier Baby Before Birth — Prenatal Nutrition, Oral Health, and the Microbiome Connection

What you do before and during pregnancy can shape your baby's immune system, teeth, and health for the next 18 years. Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson cover the prenatal strategies most OBs never mention: key supplements like vitamin D, magnesium, and fish oil; how xylitol taken during pregnancy can protect your baby from cavities through age 18; the birth canal microbiome and vaginal swabbing for C-section babies; pregnancy gingivitis and its link to gestational diabetes; morning sickness tips; and why nasal breathing and sleep quality matter so much for both mom and baby. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KplLMA6862w Disclaimer Sleep, Sex & Senility is produced for informational and educational purposes only. The content shared by Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson is not intended to constitute medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a physician-patient or dentist-patient relationship. Always seek the guidance of your physician, dentist, or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. The views expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any institution or organization. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep. 8 | Does Mouth Breathing Age You?

Most people don't think twice about how they breathe — but mouth breathing may be silently accelerating your aging, disrupting your hormones, wrecking your microbiome, and even affecting fertility. Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson walk through what dentists and doctors look for during a physical exam, the critical role of nitric oxide in slowing aging, the connection to ADD in children, and practical steps you can take right now — from nasal rinses and tongue posture to myofunctional therapy — to become a healthier nasal breather. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ehrScH_MFf0 Disclaimer Sleep, Sex & Senility is produced for informational and educational purposes only. The content shared by Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson is not intended to constitute medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a physician-patient or dentist-patient relationship. Always seek the guidance of your physician, dentist, or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. The views expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any institution or organization. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep. 7 | How Your Mouth Is Affecting Your Brain — Alzheimer's, Mercury, Sleep Apnea

Could what's happening in your mouth right now be setting the stage for Alzheimer's disease? Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson explore five key ways your oral health directly impacts your brain: the mouth bacteria P. gingivalis and its link to Alzheimer's plaques, mercury in silver fillings as a neurotoxin, sleep apnea starving your brain of oxygen, the glymphatic system that cleans your brain at night, and the critical role of nitric oxide. A must-listen for anyone who wants to protect their cognitive future. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/S4ysMXLZil0 Disclaimer Sleep, Sex & Senility is produced for informational and educational purposes only. The content shared by Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson is not intended to constitute medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a physician-patient or dentist-patient relationship. Always seek the guidance of your physician, dentist, or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. The views expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any institution or organization. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Ep. 6 | The Rising Threat of Colorectal Cancer and the Oral Microbiome Connection That Could Save Your Life

Colorectal cancer is the only cancer with rising mortality rates — and it's now the number one cancer killer for people under 50. Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson break down why it's happening, what warning signs to watch for, and the surprising role that mouth bacteria play in colon cancer development. Dr. Carson shares her own stage 3 colorectal cancer diagnosis at age 42 with no family history, and both doctors explain how diet, vitamin D, the oral microbiome, and early screening can save your life. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ie6devIsmLQ Disclaimer Sleep, Sex & Senility is produced for informational and educational purposes only. The content shared by Dr. Ellie Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Carson is not intended to constitute medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this podcast does not create a physician-patient or dentist-patient relationship. Always seek the guidance of your physician, dentist, or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. The views expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any institution or organization. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.