How to Treat & Stop Snoring

Snoring is similar to having a cough. One day, you're coughing because of allergies, and the next, you're coughing because of a cold. You may snore because of your sleep posture, yet your friend may snore because of his weight. In short, snoring has multiple causes, including age and sinus problems. Snoring can cause sleep deprivation for you and your spouse, leading to irritability and fatigue. Snoring is a treatable condition and may be as simple as adjusting your sleep position or as invasive as surgery.

Instructions

• 1

  Change your sleeping position. Sleeping on your side instead of on your back may reduce snoring by easing your breathing and relaxing your tongue and jaw.

• 2

  Stop using a pillow or purchase one designed to prevent snoring.

• 3

  Quit using tobacco products. Smoking can block your airways, irritating your throat and nose membranes.

• 4

  Use a humidifier to keep air in the bedroom moist. Breathing dry air can irritate your throat and nose membranes.

• 5

  Use nasal strips and decongestants to make your breathing easier by clearing any blocked airways.

• 6

  Lose weight. Extra fat in the back of the throat can cause you to snore.