How to Eliminate Snoring

Snoring affects many people, especially men. Not only does snoring signal problems breathing or poor health, it also causes inefficient sleep and bothers people sleeping near you. While some people snore because they have problems with their palates or throats, most people can stop snoring if they try. You may not realize how bad your snoring is, but if your spouse or family complains, you can do something to stop it.

Instructions

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  Sleep on your side or on your stomach. Sleeping on your back causes bad posture and can obstruct breathing, which is why people snore.

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  Avoid depressants such as painkillers, alcohol and other substances that affect the muscles and may restrict your air passages and cause snoring. It's all right to drink alcohol during the day, but avoid it in the evening.

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  Use adhesive nasal strips that open your nasal passages while you sleep.

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  Exercise and lose weight. According to WebMD, losing 10 percent of your body weight can decrease your snoring. Extra body weight can cause trouble breathing.

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  Take antihistamines or decongestants if you have chronic sinus problems. Consult your doctor if these problems persist.