donderdag 9 juli 2009

How To Stop Snoring

Secrets to Successful home remedies

Just why are so many people looking for home remedies for snoring. With such a large percentage of the population that are snorers and some having to spend the night alone, it's no wonder so many people are searching for a cure. It didn't happen to me often, but my wife did chose to sleep in another room due to the noise I was making whilst sleeping. This is one reason that sent me on a search for a cure.

What is the first step to cure your problem?

Some people snore because their nose is blocked, while others snore when their air passage in their throat is blocked. Most times this annoying sound is made by the uvula or soft palate muscle at the back of your throat vibrating. Having your airway blocked will also cause this problem. People who have too much fat at the back of their throat are also likely to snore as this fat narrows the airways in your throat, thus making it vibrate as the air travels in and out.

First you need to find out what kind of snorer you are!

For me it was not hard to determine what kind I was! If I blocked my nose and tried to breathe through my mouth I would make that noise. But when I shut my mouth and had to breathe only through my nose, I didn't make that irritating noise. Some people like me will also tend to be louder when they have drunk some alcohol before going to sleep. This is because alcohol relaxes your throat muscles, which will make them vibrate more readily. Once you have resolved what kind you are you can take a look at all the home remedies for snoring.

While it is essentially seen as a male problem, it does also concern women and kids also. And I'm certain we've all heard dogs doing it also! While the great percentage of persons that are affected by it are men, they are not alone in those who disturb their partners slumber. My partner on occasions snores a little, but she has the aggravating habit of grinding her teeth. Now she just doesn't trust me when I tell her all about it. As with snoring, if you don't understand you have a issue, you aren't likely to find a answer to putting an end to it. If you don't take effect some form of action, you will go on with it forever.


What remedy will suit your needs and pocket?

As snoring is such a major problem in most countries, there are so many products available to help you find a solution. There are chin straps, sprays, mouthpieces, nasal strips and even surgery to consider. Seeking medical advice on what is best for your needs is the way to go. Surgery is really the last option for many people as these procedures are quite painful and the success rate is sometimes not that good.

Options to try first are things like sprays, nasal strips, mouthpieces and chin straps as they can be inexpensive and easy to apply or use. Sprays are popular as some are herbal remedies which is a preference for some people who don't want to take a pharmaceutical product to cure their problem.

Some people report discomfort using chin straps and mouthpieces. So it will really come down to trial and error maybe. the chin strap worked for me and I don't find it uncomfortable. These home remedies for snoring have been a blessing for many couples, and have led to having a happier relationship.

If you are looking for more information..take a look at How To Stop Snoring. Also take a quick look at Stop Snoring Aids