Ask The Sleep Doctor | 33 |

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Andrew Holecek, Ed O’Malley, and Francois Paradis discussed the management of restless leg syndrome (RLS) to improve sleep quality and marital relationships. Ed emphasized the importance of consulting a primary care physician (PCP) for proper diagnosis and treatment, while Francois raised the possibility of low iron levels contributing to RLS. The speakers also explored the scientific aspects of sleep and darkness, including the relationship between sleep and melatonin, and the impact of night shifts on mental and physical well-being. Andrew and Ed also discussed the ideal amount of sleep for better health, with Andrew questioning whether there is a point of too much sleep. They also discussed the importance of understanding HRV (heart rate variability) data through auto analysis, highlighting the potential for false positives or false negatives.