Disturbed by Snoring?

Snoring while sleeping can disturb the comfort of yourself and others. Snoring can also have health impacts, such as:

1. Sleep apnea: Snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that causes sufferers to stop breathing during sleep. Sleep apnea can increase the 1. risk of sudden cardiac arrest which can cause death. 
2. Cardiovascular disease: Snoring can increase the risk of stroke, especially if accompanied by a history of hypertension and high cholesterol. 
3. Acid reflux disease: Snoring can increase the risk of acid reflux disease (GERD). 
4. Hypoxemia: Long-term snoring can cause a decrease in oxygen levels in the blood. 
5. Prolonged fatigue: Prolonged snoring can cause prolonged fatigue. 
6. Decreased quality of life: Long-term snoring can lead to decreased quality of life.

Some tips to overcome the habit of snoring include:

1. Change sleeping position
2. Get enough sleep
3. Avoid alcoholic drinks and sleeping pills
4. Drink lots of water
5. Wash your nose with salt water
6. Maintain ideal body weight
7. Stop smoking and stay away from cigarette smoke