Sleep Apnea & Type 2 Diabetes: How Poor Sleep Spikes Blood Sugar

By Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · January 19, 2026 · 39 min episode

About This Episode

Did you know that 4 hours of sleep deprivation for just one week can cause insulin resistance?

In this interview, Dr. Beverly Yates sits down with Dr. Audrey Wells, a Sleep Medicine Physician, to discuss the undeniable link between Sleep Apnea and Type 2 Diabetes. If you’ve been “doing everything right” with your diet and meds but your A1C won’t budge, this video is for you.

In this video, we discuss

The biological link between sleep fragmentation and metabolism.

Why women with sleep apnea often have different symptoms than men (it’s not always snoring!).

Why 80% of sleep apnea patients are undiagnosed.

CPAP alternatives: Oral appliances, Inspire therapy, and lifestyle changes.

The dangers of “drowsy driving” and micro-sleeps.

About the Guest: Dr. Audrey Wells is a seasoned sleep medicine physician and professional mindset coach on a mission to help people get fully treated without sacrificing comfort. Learn more at https://supersleepmd.com

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Dr. Beverly Yates, ND

Diabetes expert, MIT-trained engineer, and licensed Naturopathic Doctor with more than 30 years of clinical experience. Creator of The Yates Protocol and author of The Yates Protocol: 5 Simple Steps to Fix Your Blood Sugar and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes.

This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider about your individual situation.

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