Snoring is a problem many people have, and it may or may not be serious. Most of the time it has been just an irritation to family members within earshot who are trying to sleep. Snoring can also be an indication of sleep apnea which is a serious problem for the snorer.
If you are a chronic snorer, try singing your way to silence! Some studies have shown that people who sing or practice singing exercises each day have a lesser chance of developing snoring problems. Singing strengthens the muscles of the mouth, jaw, and palate, reducing the risk of annoying nightly snoring problems.
You need to avoid consuming alcohol if you want to sleep well at night. Drinking can cause your body to relax too much and cause too much pressure to be applied to your airway. This will make it harder for air to pass through which will ultimately lead to more snoring and a less relaxed sleep.
To keep your risk of snoring lower, try to avoid excess exercise at night or becoming overtired. Being overly tired can induce deep sleep which can exacerbate snoring. Do your workouts during the day and if you become overtired, try a midday nap to keep you from sleeping too deeply.
Sleeping while having your head raised higher than the rest of your body will help prevent snoring. You can prop the whole front of the bed up, or you can elevate your head and part of your upper body. Do not just elevate your head, as this actually restricts breathing further.
If nothing over the counter seems to be working for you, ask your doctor about a mouthpiece for the nighttime. IT will be fitted to your mouth and jaw. The idea is that it pulls your lower jaw slightly forward and allows your throat and airways to stay open wider as you sleep.
The most common reason for snoring in children is enlarged tonsils and adenoids. If you notice that your child has a significant snoring problem, a trip to the pediatrician can tell you for sure if this is the problem. Since snoring can pose health issues in childhood, some doctors recommend the removal of the tonsils and adenoids to eliminate snoring.
There are a number of throat sprays available that claim to help some with their snoring. The idea is that for some people, the throat passages become dry as they breath during the night. These sprays lubricate your throat and airways and keep this dryness from causing your snoring.
Eliminate any alcohol or tranquilizers from your night time routine if snoring is a problem for you. These substances cause your throat and jaw muscles to relax, greatly increasing the likelihood of snoring. People who regularly take tranquilizers and drink alcohol are also much more prone to develop sleep apnea.
If you want to stop snoring, don't drink that glass of warm (or cold) milk at bedtime. Dairy beverages can make your nose generate more mucus, which will block your air passages -- which will cause you to snore. Drinking water instead will keep your nose from blocking, and will keep you from snoring.
Don't eat dairy products before bed. Dairy products can be a major contributor to your snoring problem. While they may be fine to consume during the day, consuming milk, yogurts, and even ice cream before you go to bed can cause a buildup of mucus. Mucus clogs your air passages and you snore as a result.
Don't go another night without sleep. Use the information here to start working towards a solution and making your house more quiet at night. Your sleep is essential and you can't function properly in life without it.
Make the decision to do all that you can starting now and use this article to guide you.
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