Sleep Apnea and Excess Weight
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, leading to poor sleep quality and various health complications. Obesity is a major risk factor for developing sleep apnea.
At Harvey Brooker Weight Loss for Men we have helped thousands of Toronto men lose weight long-term and improve their sleep apnea.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): OSA is the most common form of sleep apnea and occurs when the muscles in the throat relax during sleep, causing the airway to become partially or completely blocked. Obesity can contribute to OSA by increasing the amount of fatty tissue in the throat and neck, which can narrow the airway and make it more susceptible to collapse.
Common Issues Associated with Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea related to obesity can lead to a range of difficulties and health complications, including:
- Excessive daytime sleepiness: Poor sleep quality caused by sleep apnea can lead to excessive daytime sleepiness, making it difficult to stay alert and focused during the day.
- Hypertension: Sleep apnea can contribute to the development of high blood pressure, as repeated episodes of low oxygen levels during sleep can cause blood vessels to constrict.
- Cardiovascular issues: Sleep apnea has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease, stroke, and heart arrhythmias, due to the stress placed on the cardiovascular system by disrupted breathing patterns during sleep.
- Type 2 diabetes: Sleep apnea can increase insulin resistance, leading to a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Cognitive and mood disturbances: Poor sleep quality can negatively impact cognitive function, memory, and mood, leading to problems with concentration, forgetfulness, and irritability.
Sleep Apnea in Men
Men with obesity-related sleep apnea may face unique challenges and concerns, such as:
- Higher prevalence: Men are more likely to be affected by sleep apnea than women, particularly those with obesity, which can further increase the risk.
- Snoring: Men with sleep apnea are more likely to snore loudly, which can disrupt the sleep of their partners and contribute to relationship difficulties.
- Hormonal imbalances: Sleep apnea can lead to reduced testosterone levels in men, which can negatively affect libido, mood, and energy levels.
- Reluctance to seek help: Men may be less likely to seek medical help for sleep issues, delaying the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea and potentially exacerbating related health complications.
How We Support Men With Sleep Apnea in Toronto
Many of our members suffer from sleep apnea and are forced to sleep with a CPAP machine. This can be extremely frustrating for them and their partners. Losing weight and adopting a healthy lifestyle can drastically improve this condition.
Personalized Support: We offer both online and in-person weight loss support, as well as group and personal coaching. No matter the format, our members receive the motivation, support and guidance they need to succeed.
Unique Eating Plan: Our easy-to-follow 20/20 Healthy Eating Plan™ is tailored just for men and it uses a calculated unit system that will help you understand portion control and make better eating choices without going hungry. Everything can be purchased at your local supermarket.
Accountability: Our program helps members stay on track through regular check-ins and support.
Proven Success: We have helped thousands of men regain their health since 1985. Take a look at our Google reviews!
Attend a free meeting and see why our program has provided consistent and lasting success for our members.
If You Could Do It Alone, You Would Have Done It Already.
Toronto Men Who Have Lost Weight with Us
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It works!! You need the guidance and support to make it all happen. Learn how to balance your food with the 20/20 plan, you won't be hungry. I'm back on... read more the tennis courts, golf course and walking 5K. I'm HAPPY again!! If you could do it alone, you would have done it already. At minimum, come meet the gang and decide for yourself.
September 7, 2024Anyone who has any doubt about joining, remove it. After a year of trying on my own, I finally admitted I couldn't do it alone and needed help. ... read more After attending a free seminar, I decided to join. I've met some great people and I'm on the road to weight loss - what's more - a path to a healthier, happier life.
November 7, 2023The 20/20 Plan, online resources and the support at regular meetings are what make this program so effective for anyone trying to get control of their eating habits.
April 7, 2024A husky boy. That's what I was used to hearing while I was growing up particularly at the clothing store. That didn't make me feel great. Life... read more goes on...with a tinge of self confidence kicking me in the teeth. Then I got fat. Enough was enough. I was fit but I was fat, carrying about 40 more pounds than I should have. Yes, I tried to do it alone. Did not work. I joined Harvey Brooker and learned that there is a way to a weight that was healthy. Did it take discipline? Yes. Did it take education? Yes. Did it take support? Yes. Does it take work? Yes. Is there a magic pill? NO, well sort of - and it is called the Harvey Brooker 20/20 Weight Loss Program for Men. If you are reading this and need the most logical, supportive & cost effective approach to getting healthy for yourself, then really, this is the place and program to consider. With thanks, Rick Mamros
April 7, 2024I joined Harvey Brooker on December 1, 2022 with the of losing 50 lbs. and reducing my blood sugar levels. The slow and deliberate process yielded constant results. I reached... read more my weight goal in May, 2023. As a Type II diabetic my goal was to get my A1C level below 7.0. My best reading in 25 years was 7.8. In March of 2023 my reading was 6.8. In September 2023 my reading was 6.4. Thanks to Harvey Brooker I am maintaining my weight and controlling my blood sugar levels. As a maintainer, I am always welcome at Harvey Brooker and their continuous gratis support.
November 7, 2023The program has been fantastic! Since starting in December of 2022, I have been able to start eating healthier and I find I have way more energy, sleeping better and... read more just an overall better person! Harvey Brooker has changed my life. I have lost 50lbs and still going, the support is outstanding and it feels like you’re part of a family!! I cannot say enough about Harvey Brooker
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Joining Harvey Brooker, you get the support from dedicated staff and support from fellow members who have joined to lose weight. Harvey Brooker is all about eating the right foods... read more to get you on a path to lose weight in a healthy way. It's not a diet. It's just a better way to eat.
August 7, 2024For me, Harvey Brooker Weight Loss for Men is the only program that is designed to train you to keep the weight off after you have lost it. Many weight... read more loss programs help you shed the pounds. HB helps you achieve this too, but goes much further. It teaches and conditions you to change your relationship with food in a healthy way. The program is either zoom or in person based, is rich with health information and recipes. Most importantly, it is a supportive and safe environment. I enjoy attending the weekly "Power Hour".
April 7, 2024A great program that has your success and well being top of mind. They are as much committed to your success, if not more. If you’re committed to making a... read more change and losing the pounds, they’ve got the tools and community to make it happen.
April 7, 2024No gimmicks or other nonsense. Excellent non-judgemental support from both staff and other participants. Food plan is easy to follow. It is all about change to our lifestyle - not... read more a diet centre. This place transforms lives. Check it out!
September 7, 2024I used eight diets over 40-some years. Lost weight on all, then gained it all back. This is not a "diet"; it is a lifestyle change. At Harvey Brooker I... read more lost 52 pounds and kept it off. Lots of clothes went to Good Will. You need to be honest with yourself. If you are looking for a quick fix just to get back to poor eating habits, don't waste your time.
September 7, 2024Been on the program for more than one year and have lost 35 lbs. I am continuing to lose weight but have really been focused on healthy eating as a... read more result of my involvement in the program and the weekly meetings. I enjoy the other participants and have learned a lot about how to live healthier, going forward. This program works!!
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I have been attending meetings since 2019 and being with a group of guys with the same destination is why its so successful. We make friends, tell jokes and learn... read more how to be consistent with our eating and in the endgame...our lives. We are what we eat. At Brooker we learn alter that for the better. As Harvey said " If you could do it alone, you would of done it already"
August 7, 2024I tried several different programs prior to Harvey Brooker. I had success, but ultimately failed. Once I lost the weight I wanted to, I gained it back. Quite a normal... read more thing I learned. At Harvey Brooker, I learned to take the weight off and keep it off. The presentations and meetings are very informative and supportive. Having all men at the meetings is a bonus for me. We all have the same challenges and issues. I'm glad I started at Harvey Brooker (May 2018), and would recommend the program to anyone. Please check it out, you will not regret it!
November 7, 2023I run a YouTube channel that involves aviation, and I always found it challenging to stand outside for long periods of time taking pictures and videos. After getting healthy with... read more Harvey Brooker, I now find it easier to do outdoor activities, and I even decided to sign up for flight lessons, now that I can easily fit inside small airplanes. I really don't think that I'd be able to do this without the program. Obviously, it has helped me out physically and medically, but the confidence I have gained in my accomplishments thanks to Harvey has been fantastic. Embrace the journey!
April 7, 2024My son and I joined the Harvey Brooker program on July 11, 2023 and to date each of us has lost over 25 lbs each. The group meetings are... read more very positive and Noah has helped watch that my son has attended the weekly meetings online since returning to University away from home. I can say if you follow the program you will definitely lose at least 2 pounds per weak…..that is without any exercise……put in some exercise and that goes up to 4 to 5 lbs per week. Save your life or Join up with a loved one and save 2 lives…..If you could have done it alone….you would have done it already…….. March 3rd update. Thought I should add an update to my last post. My son, Andy, and I have now lost 38 and 48 lbs respectively. Success cannot be bought it can only be rented and the rent is due everyday….Harvey Brooker’s team helps you to pay that rent. 21 August 2024 update. Well Google only allows 1 review per person so I will just keep adding to it. I hit my maintenance weight of 150lbs awhile back that is a loss of 41 lbs and Andy is now at 188lbs a 67 lbs loss and is addicted to the gym and is squatting and deadlifting 350 lbs. If you are reading this you must be thinking about it…so take the next step.
September 7, 2024In the past I struggled trying to diet . Their realistic and easy to follow meal plan coupled with their weekly motivational meeting has made the weight loss achievable. ... read more I highly recommend Harvey Brooker!
November 7, 2023A supportive environment with structure. The education and knowledge shared by members is invaluable in my journey to a healthier lifestyle. I appreciate having the support of the in person... read more meetings to learn and stay on track.
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All the staff truly care about helping people lose weight. Would recommend to anyone looking for some guidance with weight loss.
June 7, 2024Joining Harvey Brooker has been a life-changing decision for me. I had given up on losing weight and lost all hope until a friend introduced me to it. Keeping an... read more open mind and coming to the free introductory class was the best thing I could have ever done for myself. I’m 5 months in and have lost 30 pounds already and on my way to shed the rest. I feel way more energetic already and have gotten compliments from friends and co-workers alike. There are no magic pills, fad diets or ingenious hacks involved - the value of Harvey Brooker lies in the one-of-a-kind emotional support and communal feel it offers. If you’re on the fence about it, I would highly recommend that you take the leap and take charge of your health. If you could do it alone, you would have done it already!
May 7, 2024I joined Harvey Brooker 6 years ago and have maintained my loss for 5 years. Quite simply, this program changed my life. I recommend it for any man who needs... read more to lose weight and - most importantly - maintain their loss. The physical and psychological benefits have been incredible. My only regret is not having done it sooner!
November 7, 2023I joined the Harvey program last fall. It's not a trendy diet thing, it's a bunch of guys getting together to deal with a common issue. The leaders... read more / speakers are all program members, and the success stories are very inspiring! It's the first time I've actually been able to change my lifestyle in a healthier direction that I can maintain. There's no hype or 'get skinny quick' nonsense here, it's the opposite of that. I'm down 25 lbs and I'm not done yet. It's a journey, with ups and downs 'cuz we're all human, but this has been a game-changer for me. Excellent, supportive group of guys to help you deal with weight issues. Highly recommend. "If you could do it alone, you would have done it already."
April 7, 2024Harvey brooker is helping me change my lifestyle. In 3 months, I had a surprising result. I'm healthier, more energetic, thinner and I feel much better than before.
March 7, 2024I want to thank The Harvey Brooker Weight Loss team and the supportive group of men in keeping me focused. Still maintaining my weight loss of 56 lbs. after... read more 12 years....because of the regular monthly support provided... at no cost... once you have lost your weight.... Highly recommend HB for those that want to feel good and look good.
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I make a 2 hr drive, all the way from Collingwood to Toronto to attend the Tuesday evening Harvey Brooker meetings. People have asked me “ is nothing closer... read more to you? “ I tell them the Harvey Brooker program teaches a one of a kind healthy eating lifestyle that is specifically designed just for men, and that it has one of the highest levels of one percenters ie. men who have maintained their weight loss long term. I tell them it’s highly motivating to see a number of men attending the meetings who were once overweight but clearly aren’t anymore. And the best part is once you reach your goal weight and become a maintainer the program is free so long as you keep maintaining your weight. This makes it one of the cheapest programs available. I’m hoping to reach my high school weight of 170 within a year, and I’m half way there already! I lost 25 lbs in my first 4 months on the program.
September 7, 2024I've lost 57 lbs. and more importantly feel great and confident that I am on the road to achieving my goal weight. The program is easy to follow, and... read more the weekly meetings keep me motivated. Unlike other programs HB is well balanced and healthy eating plan with the flexibility that allows me to eat a variety of foods cooked the right way. Thanks to HB Team.
March 7, 2024Great place Down 30 + It’s the right place for me
November 7, 2023Membership in Harvey Brooker has led to a much healthier lifestyle, and I'm down 35 pounds!
November 7, 2023The process works! Unlike diets and fads it's nothing more than a lifestyle change of eating right, no expensive foods, no starvation (quite the opposite really). If you... read more have seen or heard the ads but are not sure about joining, do it, you owe it to yourself. Whatever the cost is in the long run you will save money. Update... over 2 years in and still working. Great group of guys, very supportive and informative team.
April 7, 2024“If you could do it alone, you would have done it already”…..With this mantra, Harvey Brooker captured the essence of our weakness. We don’t read instructions; we don’t ask for... read more directions, and we don’t like to ask for help. Harvey’s insight into how we think resulted in the creation of organization that has helped men regain their health by replacing unhealthy practices with a simple easy to follow dietary program that we can choose to follow for the rest of our lives. Make the decision to discover how men like you can succeed on your weight loss journey. You will be inspired by individuals who have who have lost staggering numbers of pounds with the support of the Brooker team and with the support of individuals like you in attendance at weekly meetings. Whether it is your goal to lose 20 or 200 pounds, you will be welcomed by a community of like-minded individuals, who realize that regardless of your situation…..”If you could do it alone. You would have done it already.”
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Helped me break 30 years of bad eating habits. I'm eating healthy and exercising properly through the "plan" with help from weekly coaching. Lost 30 lbs and I'm progressing nicely... read more towards my target weight.
April 7, 2024If you have struggled with weight gain, are a male, and wish to really make progress, Harvey Brooker is for you. It is not a quick fix, but rather... read more a lifetime approach to staying trim and healthy. The Sunday morning Power Hour is an essential tool to your success. All men, who understand the temptations to gaining weight. You progress through a week to week program charting your eating, and making losing those excess pounds easier. It is always challenging, but if you want to be part of a life changing program HB is for you. As they say "I don't eat like that anymore".
November 7, 2023I don't normally review things, but I gotta give 5 stars to the Brooker program. I joined in 2015 and lost 160 lbs thanks to their fantastic approach to helping... read more me understand my relationship with food. I saw lots of other guys during my weight loss who were able to go off their diabetes medication, and honestly, it just works. If you've tried other programs (as I had and gained the weight right back), I urge you to check Brooker out and see what they're all about. The people there are fantastic and they help motivate you on your journey. Thanks to the program, I was able to get off my CPAP machine and my family is very happy to have their husband/dad still around. <3 <3 <3
April 7, 2024I've been with Harvey Brooker for several years and I've lost 70 pounds so far and am just under 10 pounds to my goal weight. The HB team has... read more never given up or shamed me on my journey. They've always been encouraging and very good at answering questions quickly. The weekly Zoom meetings made these meeting so much more accessible and you still get the great community experience you do when attending in person meetings. Couldn't recommend this program highly enough. It's worth every penny!
August 7, 2024My experience at Harvey Brooker has changed my life for the better. I have been with the program for 6 months and reached my target weight after losing 22lbs. When... read more I joined I had been steadily gaining weight and felt terrible. Worse than that I could see myself continuing on that path which was leading to more serious health issues and frankly a shorter life. For me, it was important to take a step towards getting my weight back down to where it should be and more importantly teaching myself new and healthier habits and mindset towards eating. In the six months I can say that with the support of Noah and the team and the other members I have done that. Attending the meetings either in person or online go a long way to staying accountable and also help with emotional support to get you through the lows and the highs. I would highly recommend this program and have already referred friends to take control of their relationship with food and weight.
September 7, 2024I began my weight loss journey at the beginning of July. So far I am down 25lbs and counting! This has been a lifestyle change rather than a... read more diet. It’s wholesome, sustainable and easy to follow. I highly recommend this program to any man who wants to lose some unhealthy body weight. Thank you Noah and HB Team!
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Great program!
March 7, 2024Once my husband joined Harvey Brooker, we were in it together! From January until August 2019, between him, our son (who started on our eating habits in May)... read more and myself we lost 125 pounds - practically a person in weight! The program provided, if you stick to it, is easy to adjust to. For example, I switched from about 4 coffee double-doubles per day to black green tea. Imagine how much sugar that is out of your diet in a week (at least a cup and a half). COVID did a number on my husband and I, but our son has maintained his weight loss and my husband is back in the program, well on his way to his pre-COVID weight. I would recommend this program to any man who wants to lose weight. The groups are supportive of each other and the men who share their stories are inspiring.
September 7, 2024I joined Harvey Brooker Weight for Men on May 2021. I weighed 242 lbs and felt desperate. With a diabetes 2 diagnosis and other health issues, I needed help. It... read more is now March 2024. I have lost 75 lbs and maintaining my weight going on 2 years now. I feel healthier both physically and mentally. I no longer take medications to control my diabetes. The program works. A lot of common sense and support available.
April 7, 2024This program saved my life. The Harvey Brooker program is a common sense, no nonsense, no gimmicks program for men only where we meet once a week to hear educational... read more information and a motivational talk, and hear stories from other men who've lost lots of weight. Some guys there have lost over a hundred pounds just by following the program, which is basically a food plan, coupled with the motivational guidance and support you get each week. I can’t say enough about how much I’ve learned and changed my life.
April 7, 2024I lost 50lbs and have kept it off for a while now, and am 100% sure they won’t creep back in. Why? It’s not a diet, it’s a permanent... read more lifestyle change. Once I got that through my fat head, it all clicked. It’s proven, balanced, logical, flexible, so damn smart. Speaking exclusively for myself (not for this product), I stopped 3 med prescriptions along the way, sleep way better, never have heartburn, dropped 2 sizes and love my clothes again. Is it cheap? No, nothing of real value is. Was it worth it? Hell ya. The only losers are MacDonald’s, Tim’s, Pizza Pizza and the Beer Store. Harvey was a genius, and I’m so grateful for the existence of this program.
July 7, 2024They deliver on value and commitment to help achieve my goal of living a healthy lifestyle
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I have kept a 50 lb. loss off for over 3- years. I've learned how to eat properly and developed a new life style. Extremely happy with the program... read more and the company.
August 7, 2024I have thoroughly enjoyed my 7 month experience at Harvey Brooker. I have lost over 30lbs and feel I am being educated and supported to be successful at not gaining... read more new weight back. It takes effort but the results are well worth it. I would recommend to any man looking to achieve a healthier weight and lifestyle!!
November 7, 2023A comunity of individuals who are dedicated to a lifestyle and helping others in the program.
September 7, 2024The only real no gimmick weight loss program there is. Learn how to change your lifestyle to a healthy one with no special foods, no injections, supplements or gimmicks. Great... read more group support helps the process. You can do this for the rest of your life!.
May 7, 2024I lost 50lbs and have kept it off for a while now, and am 100% sure they won’t creep back in. Why? It’s not a diet, it’s a permanent... read more lifestyle change. Once I got that through my fat head, it all clicked. It’s proven, balanced, logical, flexible, so damn smart. Speaking exclusively for myself (not for this product), I stopped 3 med prescriptions along the way, sleep way better, never have heartburn, dropped 2 sizes and love my clothes again. Is it cheap? No, nothing of real value is. Was it worth it? Hell ya. The only losers are MacDonald’s, Tim’s, Pizza Pizza and the Beer Store. Harvey was a genius, and I’m so grateful for the existence of this program.
July 7, 2024They deliver on value and commitment to help achieve my goal of living a healthy lifestyle
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