When you’re tired, there’s nothing quite like slipping under the covers for a good, long nap. If you’re really tired, you might even fall asleep on the couch while watching television. Maybe you’ve even napped in the back of the car on the way home from a soccer game.
To get good rest, you usually need some peace and quiet. Of course, there’s one thing that can disrupt that peace and quiet and keep you from resting as peacefully as possible. What are we talking about? Snoring, of course!
If you know someone who snores, then you know exactly what we’re talking about. When some people sleep, they make big, nasally noises that can keep other people awake. Some people snore so loudly that you can hear them in another room!
Most people snore from time to time. For some, though, snoring is a constant problem that keeps them — and others! — awake. Snoring can even be a sign of a more serious medical problem. So read on if you snore or know someone who does!
Snoring happens when air doesn’t move as freely as it should through your nose and mouth while you’re sleeping. This makes parts of your mouth and throat vibrate as you breathe, creating the unique sound we all know as snoring.
Many things cause snoring. For example, allergies can make your nose stuffy and cause you to snore. Colds and infections can cause snoring by blocking your nasal passages and airways or making your tonsils swell.
A condition called sleep apnea can also cause snoring. Sleep apnea can be caused by many things, including being overweight. People with sleep apnea breathe irregularly when they sleep. This can lead to snoring.
If you snore or know someone who does, there are many different types of solutions people use to try to quit snoring. Will they work for you? That depends on what is causing your snoring in the first place.
If your snoring is caused by seasonal allergies or a cold, it will most likely go away once you feel better. You can also try simple fixes such as sleeping on your side or not eating a large meal before going to bed.
If you snore because of something else causing you to breathe irregularly, you may have luck with the anti-snoring products on the market today. Examples include breathing strips and mouthpieces. If sleep apnea is making you snore, you should see a doctor to treat this serious condition.
Sound rest is an important part of staying healthy. So if snoring is getting in the way of your sleep, figure out the cause and get back to sleep!