Despite the availability of many devices and procedures that aim to manage the problem, sometimes snoring is incurable. The market for products that prevent snoring and reduce the risk of airway obstructions is large, but results can vary significantly depending on the user. For some, they don’t work at all. This can be frustrating for…
For most people, sleep is associated with mental, emotional, and physical relaxation and replenishment. During sleep, the brain and body relax to allow sleep processes to occur. Typically, this physical relaxation includes the muscles of the throat to permit the flow of air into the lungs during sleep. However, some people have a narrower passage,…
If your snoring is consistent, there may be an underlying problem such as sleep apnea, a deviated septum, allergies, or another issue. Thankfully, there are lifestyle changes you can make to improve sleep and possibly rid yourself of snoring. Limit Alcohol and Medication One factor contributing to snoring problems is alcohol use. Alcohol relaxes the…
Snoring can be a serious problem, especially for the snorer’s sleeping partner. It can be difficult to know how to find a snoring aid that works. There is a bewildering variety of devices, but there will almost certainly be one that suits you. We have assembled some information to help you make the right choice….
Hearing loss can happen to anyone. Many things can cause it, and recently a link has been discovered between snoring and hearing loss. According to one study, snoring does not only affect your hearing abilities but may also cause hearing loss in your partner. Snoring is sometimes caused by sleep apnea, which affects many parts…
Snoring and diabetes may or may not be linked. There is a good deal of current medical research exploring the connection between good sleep and health, and between poor sleep and a host of medical conditions. Good sleep habits that are consistent are essential for good health. Lack of sleep not only causes poor mental…
These two MADs (mandibular advancement devices) made by Ripsnore and ZQuiet both work with varying degrees of success. My wife and I slept wonderfully while using the ZQuiet but the bulky and ill-fitting Ripsnore presented many of challenges throughout the night. Seriously consider using ZQuiet and forget about the uncomfortable and ineffective Ripsnore. Snoring Mouthpieces Compared…
August 2018 Update: SnoreMate is now an outdated product and does not appear to have an active business. Disregard the following information. ————- The biggest attraction to SnoreMate is its price. At $32 for a single snoring mouthpiece, you really can’t go wrong, right? Well, if that $32 ends up tossed in your junk drawer…
A persistent snoring habit can certainly make life difficult, impairing quality of sleep for not only the snorer but everyone else sharing their house, too! This snoring can cause many issues that, over time, can seriously affect your physical and mental well-being, such as daytime sleepiness, reduced cognitive function, and relationship issues. If you are…
Snoring occurs when structures of the throat, such as the soft palate and the uvula, vibrate, resulting in the development of noise. Depending on the individual, noise can range from being quiet to being very loud. Snoring, while not a dangerous issue, can heavily affect the quality of life of an individual as well as…