Snoring occurs when air does not flow smoothly through the air passages, or when the soft tissues or muscles in air passages vibrate. The following are common risk factors for snoring:
Sleeping pills, antihistamines, or alcohol at bedtime
Nasal congestion from colds or allergies, especially if it lasts a long time
Enlarged adenoids and tonsils that block the airway
Being overweight, which leads to excessive neck tissue that puts pressure on the airway
Last month of pregnancy
Alcohol and certain drugs (such as tranquillisers)
Age. The throat muscles become weaker as one ages
More information on snoring
What is snoring? - Snoring (partially obstructed breathing during sleep) is noisy breathing through the mouth and nose during sleep. What causes snoring? - Snoring is the sound made by air passing through irregularities and narrowings in the throat and windpipe. What're the risk factors for snoring? - Common risk factors for snoring include sleeping pills, antihistamines, or alcohol at bedtime, age, alcohol and certain drugs. How is snoring diagnosed? - Pulse oximetry is used to measure the amount of oxygen in the blood and the pulse rate. What treatment is available to stop snoring? - Avoiding alcoholic beverages. Sleeping prone or on one's side. Nasal infections and allergies should be treated.
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MindSoothe, a natural herbal remedy, contains a selection of herbs known for their calming and supportive function in maintaining brain and nervous system health, emotional balance and overall wellbeing.
Specifically formulated to help support brain health, Neuro-Natural Memory may help improve memory, concentration levels and reduce the potential for brain and memory function problems.
Sleep Tonic helps the body relax and produce all the hormones essential for healthy sleep; safe for everyone, including pregnant and nursing women, children, and small babies.