Help With Snoring

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   How do you deal with someone else snoring?
   Im staying over at my grandmas since she broke her shoulder & always needs someone with her. I'll be here til friday afternoon. I feel like a *****, but shes snoring and i cant stand when ppl snore. I cant sleep and im sleeping in the living room w/her in case she needs something. Im pmsing so im extremely irritable. I cant just sleep during the day tomorrow. Help! Don't get me wrong, im glad to help her out, but snoring drives me crazy.

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2. QUESTION:
   What is the best stop snoring home remedy?
   I have had problems my whole life with snoring, and was wondering if anyone had suggestions for the best stop snoring home remedy. It's really been bothering me recently, and I want it to stop already! Any help would be appreciated.

   • ANSWER:
     You really should see your doctor and be tested for sleep apnea or nasal or throat polyps, or sinus troubles.

     Some things to try at home:
     1. the nasal strips (Breathe Right is a brand name). Those can help with snoring and for nasal congestion.
     2. Don't sleep on your back. My husband snores, but i've noticed it doesn't happen if he is sleeping on his side. Prop with pillows to keep yourself from rolling onto your back.
     3. Raise the head of your bed up on blocks.
     4. Lose weight. If you have a thick neck, that will partially block your airway and cause snoring.
     5. Get more rest. My hubby tends to snore when he is more tired than usual.
     6. Make sure you are drinking plenty of fluids. At night mucous membranes dry out and could lead to snoring.

     And again, see your doctor to be checked.

3. QUESTION:
   What can i do about me getin some sleep with snoring boyfriend?
   Hi i am 30 weeks an my boyfriend is snoring every night an i am already not getin sleep cause of pain in my back, what can I do? plzzzzz someone help me out. i think i will go crazy if i dont get some help about this. i need my sleep.

   • ANSWER:
     Buy earplugs. They make some that are comfortable enough to wear while sleeping

4. QUESTION:
   What would be a natural home remedy for snoring?
   Besides ginger, what other dietary supplements or change in life style might help reduce snoring? I snore once in a while but I would like to understand what could be causing it and what safe remedy can be used to cope with this somewhat health issue?

   • ANSWER:
     Check out this site

     http://best-anti-snoring.info

     Here you can get the best anti snoring solution that'll help to cease snoring

5. QUESTION:
   What kind of vitamins supplement would help reduce snoring?
   I'm thinking if B-Complex can help should it's true that snoring associated with unhealthy heart. Appreciate any help.

   • ANSWER:
     Diet: Try eliminating mucus-producing foods (dairy and bananas) for two weeks, reintroducing them and noticing any difference.
     Essential fatty acids (EFAs) moderate inflammatory response, decrease allergic response; EFAs are found to be low in obese people.
     Chromium helps regulate insulin and decrease insulin resistance. Chromium may not be effective at burning fat, but it is effective at stabilizing blood sugar and decreasing sugar cravings.

6. QUESTION:
   What can I cover my ears with so I can sleep with my snoring husband?
   Ear plugs always bother me or fall out. A pillow makes it hard to breathe. Noise machine doesn't drown out the noise. I don't like sleeping on the couch and I am tired of poking my husband in the middle of the night. Help I need to sleep! We have tried an expensive anti snoring pillow, nose strips, spray and everything else out ther except a doctors. I need to block the nois!

   • ANSWER:
     He needs to lose weight. Why should you do all the work and suffer? He's fat, yes? Make him workout. If it isn't weight, he needs to have surgery because his snoring is indicative of him getting poor sleep and not enough oxygen = early death.

7. QUESTION:
   How to stop a mild snoring problem?
   My boyfriend has a snoring problem. Sometimes its loud, sometimes it's not, depending on how tired he is. He snores when he's not even asleep yet and he can't hear it. I would just whisper, you're snoring, and he would be like SERIOUSLY? I CAN'T HEAR ANYTHING. It's very strange, and then after that he can control it.
   What are some easy ways to help his snoring problem. I know some people with severe apnea have to use a oxygen machine that pumps oxygen into their lungs at night, but is there anything less exreme?
   the nose strips do not work. i forgot to mention that we tried those

   • ANSWER:
     Nose strips that open the nose wholes bigger:you can get them at the pharmacy.
     It stops snoring
     Planets

8. QUESTION:
   What are some quick fixes to help stop snoring?
   My snoring is so embarrassing when I'm for instance on holiday, and have to share a room with someone else. If anyone can help with a quick and easy way to stop snoring, or at the very least reduce it, I'd very much appreciate the help!

   • ANSWER:
     I know of a few things:

     1) Try not to sleep on your back
     2) OTC ocean spray to keep nose moist before bed
     3) Avoid eating before bed
     4) If you know you have allergies use a good anti-histamine.

9. QUESTION:
   Are there nose strips or anything to stop snoring?
   I have to share a room with my mom when we go to the islands on vacation for 7 days. At home her snores can be heard through the house(on all 3 levels) So I cannot imagine what it will be like to sleep in the same room. Is there anything that cures snoring? I love my mom and everything but somethings gotta give. Thanks for all the help.

   • ANSWER:
     There are lots of reasons why people snore--none of which can be cured quickly.
     many people have 'sleep apnea' and need to use a compressed forced breathing machine (called a C-Pap or Bi-Pap).
     She may or may not have this.
     people who are overweight tend to snore more.
     people who sleep on their backs, also tend to snore more.
     Anyway--for the trip, i suggest your mom sleep on 2-3 pillows, to prop her up.
     Also you can buy her "Breathe Right" nasal strips, which help keep her nasal airways open, so she breathes through her nose while sleeping.
     For you--buy some ear plugs. I use them all the time- I have the soft, squishy kind, and they work great.
     best wishes to you both and have a nice trip!

10. QUESTION:
    I was told that i snore too much while sleeping. How can i stop snoring while sleeping?
    Though I cannot confirm this situation since i cannot hear myself while sleeping, but i believe it becouse my father use to snore very well and my brothers do too. How can i stop snoring with or without medication.I need help.

    • ANSWER:
      It's possible to treat snoring through lifestyle modifications such as losing weight, quitting smoking, changing sleep habits, and avoiding alcohol and sedatives before you go to bed. If snoring is due to nasal congestion, nasal strips, decongestants, or nasal corticosteroid sprays may be used. If these modifications do not improve the snoring, then it is time to see a doctor.
      You can read more here

      http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/snoring/DS00297

11. QUESTION:
    How do I ask my snoring roommate to move out?
    I have a classmate that I agreed to be roommate with. At the very beginning she told me that she is a quiet sleeper. The night that she moved in she snored like a tornado. I couldn't sleep for 4 nights that I stayed in the same room with her. I talked to her about it and she started to give me an attitude telling me that I should use a ear plugged to accommodate her. I ended moving into the living room and then to the master bedroom with the other 2 girls. Now she has stayed for 2 weeks. How do I tell her that she needs to move out? She is the last person to move in and she is not a cosignor on the lease. I don't want to be mean but I have tried everything and I'm the only who have tried everything. She didn't do anything, except giving me an attitude. HELP.

    • ANSWER:
      well, you agreed to let her move in and moving is a hard thing. maybe she didn't know she was a snorer and when you confronted her, you hurt her feelings and she got defensive. people can not help what they do when they are asleep!!! would you get mad at someone for something they did in your dream? so why get angry at someone who might snore; walk; or talk while they sleep. why don't you calmly talk to her and suggest nose strips or other means for her to help with her snoring? my personality would be to laugh with her about it and joke about the snoring with her(not at her). and to come up with a solution to her snoring. try not to be so harsh with people who can not control what they do when they aren't awake. asking someone to move out just for that reason is very petty on your part and very insensitive. learn to lighten up and get a sense of humor about this SMALL problem!

12. QUESTION:
    What is the best trezatment for snoring?
    My boyfriend has sleep apnea and snores horribly!!!! IS there anything out there to help with this? He is already being treated for the sleep apnea with BiPAP. Thanks for your help

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13. QUESTION:
    What is the cause of snoring and what is the remedy?
    I am suffering with this problem it is actually in the initial stage and it is disturbing me and my husband though he does not say much but I can see that it is effecting his sleep. I am using a spray at night which is not very effective and I dont want to get use to it. Pls help!!!

    • ANSWER:
      Snoring: Causes and Cures
      GUIDE TO CAUSES, CURES & TREATMENTS

      Snoring

      Just about everyone snores occasionally. Even a baby or a beloved pet may snore! But snoring can affect the quantity and quality of your sleep. Poor sleep can lead to daytime fatigue, irritability and increased health problems. And, if your snoring is so loud that your bed partner can't sleep, you may end up banished from the bedroom.

      Sleeping in separate bedrooms doesn’t have to be the remedy for your snoring. In fact, there are many effective treatments for snoring. Discovering the cause of your snoring and finding the right cure will vastly improve your health, your relationships, and, of course, your sleep.
      In This Article:

      * How to stop snoring
      * The causes of snoring
      * Snoring problems and relationships
      * Snoring relief: Self help tips and remedies
      * Medical cures and treatments
      * Related links

      How to stop snoring

      Snoring can often seem like a problem without a solution – especially when it is getting in the way of a good night’s sleep for you and your partner. If you want to stop snoring, it is important to consider the cause and severity of your snoring. Identifying the cause can help you choose the right cure.

      It also makes sense to try some simple non-invasive treatments first to see if they will reduce or prevent your snoring. See the section on Self help tips and remedies below for more information on these snoring cures.

      * Sleep on your side
      * Elevate the head of your bed
      * Limit alcohol and medications
      * Clear your nasal passages
      * Lose weight

      You may find that your snoring persists even after trying these changes. If your snoring results from a more serious cause, a cure may be more complex – but there are solutions. Your nights don’t have to be noisy! Read on to learn more about the possible causes of your snoring as well as treatment options. If you can uncover the cause of your snoring, you should be able to find a cure that is right for you.
      The causes of snoring
      Where does the snore sound come from?

      Snoring is caused by a narrowing of your airway, either from poor sleep posture or abnormalities of the soft tissues in your throat. A narrow airway gets in the way of smooth breathing and creates the sound of snoring.

      People who snore often have too much throat and nasal tissue, or “floppy” tissue that is more prone to vibrate. The position of the tongue can also get in the way of smooth breathing. Evaluating how and when you snore will help you pinpoint whether the cause of your snoring is within your control or not. Enlist your sleep partner or keep a sleep diary to help you determine the possible cause of your snoring
      Tip: The way you snore may reveal why you snore!

      If you snore

      * With your mouth closed: a problem with the tongue is probably the culprit
      * With your mouth open: your snoring is likely related to the tissues in your throat
      * Only on your back: your snoring is probably mild – improved sleep habits and lifestyle changes may be effective cures
      * In all sleep positions: your snoring is more severe and may require a more comprehensive treatment

      Causes and Risk Factors of Snoring
      Causes out of our control Causes within our control

      * Heredity - A narrow throat, a cleft palate, enlarged adenoids and other physical attributes which contribute to snoring can be hereditary.
      * Being middle-aged or beyond - As you age, your throat becomes narrower, and the muscle tone in your throat decreases.
      * Being male - Men have narrower air passages than women and are more likely to snore.
      * Allergies, asthma, a cold, or sinus infections - Blocked airways make inhalation difficult and create a vacuum in the throat, leading to snoring

      * Being overweight or out of shape - Fatty tissue and poor muscle tone contribute to snoring.
      * A history of smoking – Smoking (or exposure to second-hand smoke) relaxes muscles and creates nasal congestion.
      * Alcohol or medications - Alcohol and medications increase muscle relaxation leading to more snoring.
      * Sleeping posture - Sleeping flat on your back allows the flesh of your throat to relax and block the airway.

      Snoring problems and relationships

      Snoring can get in the way of a good night’s sleep and a healthy relationship with your spouse or partner. Many couples affected by snoring resort to sleeping in separate bedrooms in order to get a good night’s sleep. This arrangement may help both people sleep better, but it can disrupt communication and intimacy.

      Mild snoring that isn't related to sleep apnea responds well to home remedies. Finding a cure for your snoring problem can result in an improved quality of life for you and your loved ones.

14. QUESTION:
    How Do you sleep with a snoring Partner?
    It keeps me awake every night until 12 am , and I go to bed at 9 or ten o clock. I've tried coming up earlier, but it's just too early. I've tried earplugs and listening to music, but it still won't block the sound. We do have a spare room but no bed as we've just moved in? Help ? Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      Have your partner see a doctor. There are some great treatments available.

      Also, it may not eliminate it every time, but have him/her sleep on their side really helps.

15. QUESTION:
    My snoring is really bad. Sometimes I wake myself up with my loud snoring and often have a sore throat,help?
    I need to know what to do about this snoring problem. I need a good night sleep and wake up in th emorning refreshed.

    • ANSWER:
      Losing 5-10 lbs usually solves this probem. Until then, try taking a decongestant before you go to sleep and using those strips that open your nostrils. Also, change your sleepig position. If this doesnt help, you should consider surgery.

16. QUESTION:
    What can I do about my snoring problem?
    I have already been to the doctor for this and he prescribed a C-pap machine. It really doesn't do me any good, it's uncomfortable, and I didn't notice any change in my energy level. He said there is only 1 other option, which is surgery, but he couldn't be sure it would do any good. Some nights are worse than others, and I'm not the loudest or worst snorer, and I've been told that I stop breathing many times during the night. I am only slightly overweight, about 30 pounds, so I don't think losing weight will help much. Is there any kind of herbal remedy, exercises, or anything else I can do to help with my snoring problem?

    • ANSWER:
      There is good news (you can get rid of snoring without operation) and news that may confront you with having to make decisions regarding your present lifestyle.

      It is like asking an overweight woman to stop eating calorie rich unhealthy food in order for here to lose weight and rid herself of diet and lifestyle related diseases. Sometimes they prefer surgery. What can you say.
      Snoring is caused mostly in those who are overweight. How many pounds is too much, depends on the person, his habits and circumstances. First of all even a few pounds can be enough to get rid of the fat sitting in the sinuses and blocking the passages causing friction thus creating the whistling sound comparable to draft under a wooden door.

      Secondly, stop eating before bedtime. The body takes fluids from everywhere it can to digest. Yes also out of the head: and even from the brain, leaving you with dried out air passages, bad dreams and a uncomfortable night. When this happens for many years it impairs the brain in general.
      Have your last meal at around 6. Eating something ´wet´ such as a salad later (with fresh vegetables) is fine and drinking lots of water before turning in, is great. Further, get a room humidifier (nothing fancy with filters and stuff) , get a cheapy that uses distilled water. MUST clean it out with vinegar each month though because you don´t want mold to form and get blown into your nostrils. That would create a different problem. Place the humidifier as close to you as possible. If you have pets sleeping in your bedroom, get them into a different room since they take up the best parts of oxygen. Believe it or not leaving you with the left overs which is qualitatively not so pure. Unless of course you can open the window and let fresh air come in.

      Choose what is best for you and think twice before you decide on invasive treatment. One of my friends had it done and has never been able to sing again (as good as he used to) and he still snores because what was taken away caused him to also loose the ability to keep the mouth and sinus area wet enough. It also caused a chronic problem with swallowing especially when he has a cold. Remember, most conditions are easily solvable, once we know how. If that ain´t good news. p.s. also no alcohol after dinner since
      it dries out tremendously p.s. 2: lose a few pounds - can´t be that hard. p.s.3 try sleeping with your head slightly tilted upwards. p.s.4 Arrange with your partner that she can wake you every time your snoring wakes her. This psychological approach helps you become motivated to really do something about it. This way it becomes a real problem for the both of you (and not only your partner).

17. QUESTION:
    How can I sleep better with my significant other's snoring? - I'm a light sleeper!?
    I have used ear plus, taken a sleeping pill (which I don't want to do every night), turned him over (which doesn't always stop his snoring) and even gone into the other bedroom to catch a few zzz's. I'm going to look into those nose strips advertised next. Surgery right now is not an option. Help!

    • ANSWER:
      If he is snoring, he could have a sleep disorder. Snoring is a sign of sleep problems. Sleep problems keep one from reaching all stages of sleep. Failure to reach all stages can result in many health problems including but not limited to weight gain, excessive daytime fatigue, headaches, heart problems, lung problems, brain damage and hypertension just to name a few.

      Go to this website and fill out the quiz. You can have him do it or you can fill it out for him. Print off the results if the score is above 10 and take it to your doctor.

      http://www.excessivesleepiness.com/am_I_at_risk/epworth_sleepiness_scale.aspx?s_kwcid=epworth%20sleepiness%20scale|577280673

      The point is that he may not be getting adequate sleep, and the snoring may indicate that, and you may not be getting adequate sleep because of him snoring. Some of the therapies can stop the snoring.

18. QUESTION:
    I have a really bad snoring habit which is keeping my husband up most nights.?
    I even wake myself up sometimes. It is getting a serious problem. Can anyone help. Have looked at various items on the net but not sure what to purchase or how to deal with it but the situation is getting both me and my husband due to sleep deprevation. Please help.

    • ANSWER:
      Visit a doctor, snoring is often indicative of a much larger issue.
      There are various different types of snoring and without addressing which one you suffer from with a doctor, treating it is going to be difficult.

19. QUESTION:
    How can I make my boyfriend stop snoring?
    Covering his face with a pillow doesn't help.

    • ANSWER:
      breathe rite strips, sleeping on his side, proper diet are all supposed to help. But the best trick is to move north and find a guy who doesn't snore! lol

      or, http://www.askmen.com/sports/health/27_mens_health.html

20. QUESTION:
    How to get rid of snoring?
    I’ve been suffering with snoring for some time. I’ve tried a lot of different techniques like trying to sleep on my side but it doesn’t seem to help. Has any one got a solution that worked that they saw on the internet that solved the problem? Thank you.

    • ANSWER:
      Hi. I had a problem with snoring too. By chance I found a great little website at http://naturalsnoringremedyblog.blogspot.com/. Since I was looking for a natural solution I was happy to see that they had listed several. I tried an anti snoring mouth piece and it did the trick. My husband tells me I don't snore anymore. Good for both us because we can both get a good night's sleep.

21. QUESTION:
    How Can i Get My Husband To Stop Snoring?
    i'd do anything for the best answer, so please help!
    he keeps the whole house awake with it everynight!

    • ANSWER:
      I'm afraid the only proven way to stop your husband snoring is to smother him with a pillow

22. QUESTION:
    How to sleep when somebody is snoring?
    Help! It's 2:37 in the morning and i can't go to sleep cuz i'm sharing a room with my frickin sister and she's snoring! ahhh!

    • ANSWER:
      Either:

      Stop her from snoring (not going to happen) -- you can wake her or ask her to change positions, but even if she is nice to oblige you, she is likely to fall back asleep and start snoring again before YOU can fall asleep unaided which leads me to

      Put in ear plugs (if you have them) -- the earplugs should lessen the amount of noise to the degree that it shouldn't bug you, and you can always add a fan/music to provide "white noise" to mask her snoring... however, you might not have ear plugs, and so that leaves you with

      Make her leave the room (hey, sleep is precious, right?) -- if you are mean, or if you are nice, go to another room. maybe the living room couch? This will work as a temporary fix, but then again, we are only talking about tonight, right?

      Long term, you need to look at her habits. If she always snores, then it might be a health problem. If she rarely snores, it might just be because she is extra tired tonight or has a cold, etc.

23. QUESTION:
    What's a good, creative hook for a speech about snoring?
    Anything besides actually snoring.....

    I was thinking of one of those things where you put them in a situation or something, but I wasn't sure how to put it together....Could anyone help me with this?

    • ANSWER:
      pretend to fall asleep when you get up there and then snore and wake yourself up

24. QUESTION:
    How can I stop snoring so loudly?
    I am a 38 yr old women, I get allergies and have problems with sinuses, about 6 months ago we took a trip overseas and ever since then my snoring has been really bad, I can sometimes hear myself snore too when I sleep or it wakes me up, I also seem to have a lot of fluid in my ear area and post-nasal drip,I have been to the doctor and he gave me nasal spray, it does not really help and my husband is really getting upset with me, help!

    • ANSWER:
      Use those adhesive strips that open your nasal passages. Put metnol vapo rub under your nose. Get a pillow that makes you sleep on your side.

25. QUESTION:
    How do I stop my husbands snoring?
    My husband snores every night. I have been living on at most 3hrs of sleep (the amt of time from when he goes to work and our 4 yr old gets up). Needless to say I feel like crap. I am one night away from murder or death. He drinks, uses niquil, and has gaind some lbs. none of which I can fix (I've tried). I need something to help me before I beat him to death with a pillow.

    • ANSWER:
      I work in the office next-door to these guys and they seem pretty legit:

      http://www.remmedical.com/

      I've seen a poster in their office of some sort of thing that's supposed to increase airflow and reduce snoring.

      ...Or you could go with my Mom's theory: She says snoring is caused when a man's balls sag far enough that they block his bum-hole and create a vapor-lock, so whenever my stepdad snores she just reaches over and jiggles his balls a little bit.

26. QUESTION:
    What can I do about my husbands snoring?
    I can't sleep with his loud snoring and nothing helps, short of him sleeping in another room. We've tried the nasal strips and the SnoreStop with no success... Other than surgery, what else can we do?

    • ANSWER:
      believe it or not knowing WHY he is snoring should be your first questions in resolving the issue. i looked all over online and came accross a book that explains all the reasons for snoring and if it could be a deeper underlying issue. i did have to pay quit a bit of money for it but it has helped not only my husband but son as well. i tried to find it in library but it wasnt found. try this http://www.productsupplycenter.com/web220693 good luck

27. QUESTION:
    How to stop the snoring and grinding?
    Im loosing sleep because my partner snores and grind his teeth, he's feels so bad and really wants to get help, but he doesn't want to go to the dentist! Is there a natural way to deal with his problems.

    • ANSWER:
      Snoring is one of those things that can be a problem for you and the people around you. If you want to stop snoring, it is important to consider the cause and severity of your snoring. Identifying the cause can help you choose the right cure.
      It makes sense to try some simple non-invasive treatments first to see if they'll reduce or prevent your snoring.

      Here are some of those non-invasive tips to stop the snoring:

      • sleep on your side - there's a higher change of snoring if you lie on your back, and sleeping on your stomach will kill your neck.
      • keep a regular sleep schedule - and make sure you get enough sleep, many people snore only when they are overly tired
      • elevate your head when sleeping - you can increase the angle of your bed by raising the head of the bed or use pillows to your upper body, don't just raise your head that'll put more pressure on your air way and have the opposite effect.
      • avoid alcohol and tranquillizers - they basically cause the muscles of your jaw and throat to relax, increasing your changes of snoring.
      • Treat your allergies - if your nose is stuffy it may force you to breathe through your mouth when sleeping. If your nose is stuffed I recommend using a netie pot, the are incredibly effective, natural and pretty cheap to.
      • buy a mouth guard - mouth guards will keep your jaw muscles from relaxing too much, and prevent snoring. It may not be too attractive to your significant other but it'll help you both get some sleep!
      • Lose weight - when you're heavier the extra weight puts pressure on your airway, causing snoring.
      • if you smoke try to stop - smoking damages your respiratory system, which doesn't help in the snoring department

      Excessive snoring may also mean you have a more serious problem like sleep apnea.

      If you wake up with a headache, are extremely tired during the day, don't feel refreshed when you wake up, have trouble concentrating or a very low attention span, or wake up during the night choking and gasping for breath you should probably see a doctor.

      Mild snoring that isn't related to sleep apnea responds well to home remedies. Finding a cure for your snoring problem can result in an improved quality of life for you and your loved ones.

      An effective and pretty simple solution is doing throat excercises, here's a website with interesting information on the snoring excercises: http://tinyurl.com/y8e9c2k

28. QUESTION:
    Is it possible to get rid of snoring?
    I HATE snoring! even though I can't hear myself, when I'm at a friends house they tell me I snore and I just get sooo angry! I wish I could just get rid of snoring I might not be a doctor or anything but it probably has to do with these two things 1. Genetics 2. Allergies which come from genetics also Please help!

    • ANSWER:
      Try a jaw supporter, it works

      http://peerfly.com/x/0/1606/50565/ya/get-rid-of-snoring/

29. QUESTION:
    my sister is snoring like crazy what can i do to fall asleep?
    i cant go any where else because family is over. im about to go crazy help me is there a way to safely make her stop?
    can you sleep with people snoring?
    i have my ipod on and i can STILL hear her

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30. QUESTION:
    How can I stop snoring so I don't bother my friends?
    I am in 7th grade (12 years old), and I am going to go camping with my schoolmates. I tend to snore a lot, but I can't seem to fix it. By the way, I am going to the gym and on a diet. Can anyone help?

    • ANSWER:
      try sleeping on your side or stomach.. most of the time people snore because they are lieing on their backs

      i recommend trying this before trying anything else such as over the counter sprays or nasal strips

      good luck! :]]

31. QUESTION:
    will a mouth guard like they sell at a pharmacy help with stopping snoring?
    I have one to help with not grinding my teeth but will it keep my husband from snoring? I have read all about apnea but I want to hear from people who have had success with mouth guards. THX

    • ANSWER:
      my grandmother has been trying to find something that stops my grandfather from snoring for so long.
      but i think those ones at like Walgreen's acually help him!

      try one! if it doesnt so you lose like

32. QUESTION:
    how to get rid of snoring and why do people snore?
    As a lady, how embarrassing that I do snore, and there are some circumstances that I'm with my friends and they usually teased me when I woke up. My sleeping habit is really a big deal for them. Can you please help me to find some solutions to my problem?You may give me some websites that may help me a lot.

    Thanks a lot!
    Happy New Year!

    • ANSWER:
      Snoring is one of those things that can be a problem for you and the people around you. If you want to stop snoring, it is important to consider the cause and severity of your snoring. Identifying the cause can help you choose the right cure.
      It makes sense to try some simple non-invasive treatments first to see if they'll reduce or prevent your snoring.

      Here are some of those non-invasive tips to stop the snoring:

      • sleep on your side - there's a higher chance of snoring if you lie on your back, and sleeping on your stomach will kill your neck.
      • keep a regular sleep schedule - and make sure you get enough sleep, many people snore only when they are overly tired
      • elevate your head when sleeping - you can increase the angle of your bed by raising the head of the bed or use pillows to raise your upper body, don't just raise your head that'll put more pressure on your air way and have the opposite effect.
      • avoid alcohol and tranquillizers - they basically cause the muscles of your jaw and throat to relax, increasing your changes of snoring.
      • Treat your allergies - if your nose is stuffy it may force you to breathe through your mouth when sleeping. If your nose is stuffed I recommend using a neti pot, the are incredibly effective, natural and pretty cheap to.
      • buy a mouth guard - mouth guards will keep your jaw muscles from relaxing too much, and prevent snoring. It may not be too attractive to your significant other but it'll help you both get some sleep!
      • Lose weight - when you're heavier the extra weight puts pressure on your airway, causing snoring.
      • if you smoke try to stop - smoking damages your respiratory system, which doesn't help in the snoring department

      Excessive snoring may also mean you have a more serious problem like sleep apnea.

      If you wake up with a headache, are extremely tired during the day, don't feel refreshed when you wake up, have trouble concentrating or a very low attention span, or wake up during the night choking and gasping for breath you should probably see a doctor.

      Mild snoring that isn't related to sleep apnea responds well to home remedies. Finding a cure for your snoring problem can result in an improved quality of life for you and your loved ones.

      An effective and pretty simple solution is doing throat exercises, here's a website with interesting information on the snoring exercises: http://www.thestopsnoringexerciseprogram.com/?hop=4safetynow

      Happy New Year!

33. QUESTION:
    I need to know if there are any medical cures for snoring?
    I live with my girlfriend, and we are sublimely happy, except for the fact that she snores, VERY loudly. I am not getting enough sleep. we have tried all the over the counter products, and I am sleeping with earplugs.

    Is this something a doctor can help with, and if so, how?

    • ANSWER:

34. QUESTION:
    I recently got married and my husbands snoring is out of control!?
    I have slept with him before and I don't remember it being a problem, but now, it's horrible. I have to ask him to let me go to sleep first! Sometimes during the night it wakes me up and he also farts in his sleep.Rolling him over doesn't seem to help at all! Any remedies for these annoying actions-divorce is not an option?!

    • ANSWER:
      Time to have a sleep study done he could have more problems than you know like sleep apnea he doesn't have to be fat or out of shape to have it either, a person with sleep apnea stroke chances increase 65%.

35. QUESTION:
    Who has had that tissue removed from their throat to stop snoring?
    I would like to know of the experience with the surgery, did it help? How long were you incapacitated?

    • ANSWER:
      I had it done several years ago (uvula and soft palate actually burned off). It didn't stop the snoring at all. I even had it done a second time. I wasn't incapacitated as such, but the pain was horrible. I think the pain lasted for a couple of weeks. It felt exactly like a hot poker in my throat.

      The snoring stopped for about a month each time I had the procedure. Then it came back just as bad.

      This snoreguard has helped me more than anything:

      http://www.britishsnoring.co.uk/shop/mouth_breathing_devices/somni_snoreguard.php?PHPSESSID=7423b9d9c45b41f35308e1e83644f8e8

      It takes some getting used to but after a couple of weeks, no problem. Watch the video on that page.

      Also, I have a couple of side effects from the surgery: getting strangled and choking easier, and drooling at night. I had never had those things before, especially the drooling. The uvula actually serves a purpose.

36. QUESTION:
    Is there any way to stop a dog with a thick neck from snoring?
    I can hear him from the other side of the house!

    Moving him into a different position helps... for five minutes.

    I understand that is just something related to his breed (SBT) but that doesn't stop it from be annoying!

    Is this something I am just going to have to live with?

    • ANSWER:
      Have the dog checked for stenotic nares and an elongated soft palate. If your dog have these problems and they are fixed, the snoring will be decreased dramatically.

37. QUESTION:
    How to reduce snoring?
    I snore. Every night. It's in my family and genes and stuff, so I can't do anything about it.
    The problem is that whenever I go to sleepovers and stuff with my friends I feel bad because they complain(just as a joke, but still) that they can't sleep because I snore. I also sleep bad usually and I'm almost always congested in the morning. Could these things be related? Is there anything to do to reduce snoring? PLEAse help!
    Yeah but even when I sleep on my side i snore

    • ANSWER:
      Try using a warm-mist humidifier at night. It worked for me. Many people who snore suffer from undiagnosed allergies. The humidifier will a least ease your breathing and reduce snoring. Whatever you do to stop snoring, its worth it. Snoring has been linked to a 67% increased risk of stroke

38. QUESTION:
    How can I get my husband to stop snoring?
    My husband is a former smoker (he hasn't had a ciggie in 5 months) and he is chronically stuffy. He snores incredibly loudly, and it keeps me from falling asleep - and being a stay-home mom to a 2yr old boy, sleep is a necessity. I hit him, tell him to "shh!", roll him over (which isn't easy since he's overweight), kick him...none of it helps for longer than two minutes. What products have helped for anyone out there with the same problem?

    • ANSWER:
      If he is sleeping with his back on the bed, try to convince him to sleep sideways. When you're facing upwards, the tissue falls into your throat in a way that causes snoring. This easily the single most effective, immediate solution.

      Also, a healthy person is less likely to snore. There are plenty studies to show that those who eat and exercise well are less likely to snore.

      Finally, part of it could just be innate. There's a chance there's just nothing you can do about it.

39. QUESTION:
    How could I stop snoring?
    I have read a little about "treatments", but curious to any opinions on here. I've read to quit smoking- done. Loose weight- but I'm not heavy. I have pretty bad allergies which more than likely causes the snoring. My mate just started wearing earplugs. While we can joke about it and are dealing with each other's snoring, we'd like to see what action could be taken. Any help is appreciated.

    Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      You can go to an ENT (Ear,Nose,Throat) specialist and have your airways, throat and nose ways looked at. My daughter snored terribly and breathed through her mouth while asleep. She had her adnoids and tonsils removed and has not snored since. It could be from air obstuction in those areas. Other than that I find people snore heavily when they go to bed overly exhausted or after drinking?

40. QUESTION:
    Can someone help with my snoring problem?
    My mother and sister claim that I snore when I'm asleep. I have caught myself snoring a couple times. I haven't spent a night at anyone house but of this. Is there a way to stop snoring? I don't want to spend the night over my boyfriend house and I end up snoring....how embrassing.....if there's any way to stop snoring I would like to know.

    • ANSWER:
      Snoring is one of those things that can be a problem for you and the people around you. If you want to stop snoring, it is important to consider the cause and severity of your snoring. Identifying the cause can help you choose the right cure.
      It makes sense to try some simple non-invasive treatments first to see if they'll reduce or prevent your snoring.

      Here are some of those non-invasive tips to stop the snoring:

      • sleep on your side - there's a higher chance of snoring if you lie on your back, and sleeping on your stomach will kill your neck.
      • keep a regular sleep schedule - and make sure you get enough sleep, many people snore only when they are overly tired
      • elevate your head when sleeping - you can increase the angle of your bed by raising the head of the bed or use pillows to raise your upper body, don't just raise your head that'll put more pressure on your air way and have the opposite effect.
      • avoid alcohol and tranquillizers - they basically cause the muscles of your jaw and throat to relax, increasing your changes of snoring.
      • Treat your allergies - if your nose is stuffy it may force you to breathe through your mouth when sleeping. If your nose is stuffed I recommend using a neti pot, the are incredibly effective, natural and pretty cheap to.
      • buy a mouth guard - mouth guards will keep your jaw muscles from relaxing too much, and prevent snoring. It may not be too attractive to your significant other but it'll help you both get some sleep!
      • Lose weight - when you're heavier the extra weight puts pressure on your airway, causing snoring.
      • if you smoke try to stop - smoking damages your respiratory system, which doesn't help in the snoring department

      Excessive snoring may also mean you have a more serious problem like sleep apnea.

      If you wake up with a headache, are extremely tired during the day, don't feel refreshed when you wake up, have trouble concentrating or a very low attention span, or wake up during the night choking and gasping for breath you should probably see a doctor.

      Mild snoring that isn't related to sleep apnea responds well to home remedies. Finding a cure for your snoring problem can result in an improved quality of life for you and your loved ones.

      An effective and pretty simple solution is doing throat exercises, here's a website with interesting information on the snoring exercises: http://www.thestopsnoringexerciseprogram.com/?hop=4safetynow

41. QUESTION:
    Is there anything that can help my husband stop snoring? ?
    He tried that mouth piece they advertise on TV and it didn't work. I NEED some SLEEP! When I was working full-time I was a sorry sort. Exhausted all the time. . . I can not get a job because I am so tired all the time. I have tried ear plugs but I can still hear him. I need my own room I guess but we can not afford to sell and buy a bigger house, nor put on an addition. Has anyone had success with other ideas to stop snoring? Thanx!

    • ANSWER:
      roll his ass out of bed! i would make him sleep in another room, why do you have to move? its his doing. make him leave the room.

42. QUESTION:
    How can I stop my snoring?
    Okay so I was told that I snore by my significant other, he is fine with it but I am not! I feel somewhat embarrassed..even though no ones perfect and he still loves my no matter what, I still what to stop or reduce this nasty habit..Is there anything I can take or do to help stop the snoring? I am open to try anything so please let me know...

    • ANSWER:
      Try: Stop Snoring Mouth Piece – Anti Snore Device Sleep Apnea Cessation Aid

      http://www.doctorshazia.com/stop-snoring-mouth-piece-anti-snore-device-sleep-apnea-cessation-aid

      Also read more information on snoring at:

      http://www.healthmedicalinformation.com/category/general-health/snoring

      All the best

43. QUESTION:
    anyone know of any safe, harmless remedies to help stop my cat snoring?
    sometimes its quite sweet but not so much when she keeps me awake she's downstairs and ive got the door closed lol! i would never give her anything that may harm her and the vet says i've just got to put up with it, which is fine but i was just wondering if anybody had any ideas?
    lol if not i'll just get some earplugs
    thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      i am not a vet or nurse or anything. a friend of mine had a snoring cat and after an accident xrays showed a problem with her lungs and when corrected the snoring went. it cant hurt and if something is detected better safe than sorry.

44. QUESTION:
    What can I do to stop snoring?
    I have been in love with my girlfriend since I met her. Now that we have been living together she has told me that I snore. It is keeping her awake at night and I feel terrible about it. We are expecting our first child and my girlfriend needs all the rest she can get. I have had to move in with my parents to sleep and its horrible not being with her. Can anyone help me?

    • ANSWER:
      firstly you should consult with your gp as there is a possibility there could be an underlying medical problem such as sleep apnoea. In the mean time feel free to go to any good pharmacy for nasal strips ETC.

45. QUESTION:
    Is there any way to prevent snoring?
    I need to know if there is anything that helps stop or reduce snoring. I can not sleep with all the noise.

    • ANSWER:
      pillows, extra extra pillows and breath right strips,together when your sleeping.

46. QUESTION:
    HELP! My Husband Snores SUPER loud! Is there anything, med or a trick that can make him stop snoring?
    My husband snores so loud I sometimes think he will swallow the drapes! It is super loud and I just can't put up with it anymore because now we have a baby and the baby wakes up with his loud snoring.
    Can someone tell me what I can do, a trick or something? Is there a medication?
    Those breath right strips don't work! He doesn't like the feeling of it on his face!

    • ANSWER:
      There are lots of little things that he could do to prevent your snoring.

      Try to develop a regular sleeping pattern

      Avoid alcohol and heavy meals before going to sleep

      Try sleeping on his side

      If he is overweight, losing weight would help

      There are numerous surgeries that he could have done, but those are also very pricey. If those minor adjustments don't help, I would suggest maybe trying a snoring product before going with surgery. There are numerous products on the market that offer money back guarantees. My wife use to snore horribly and I bought her the My Snoring Solution jaw support and that worked wonders.

47. QUESTION:
    Is There a Cure for snoring?
    I have to share a room with my mom when we go to the islands on vacation for 7 days. At home her snores can be heard throughout the house(on all 3 levels) So I cannot imagine what it will be like to sleep in the same room. Is there anything that cures snoring (even temporarily)? I love my mom and everything but somethings gotta
    give. Thanks for all the help.

    • ANSWER:
      The following tips will hopefully give you relief with your mom snoring problems :

      1. Elevate your head by sleeping on a thicker pillow or multiple pillows will help reduce your snoring.

      2. Don't drink alcoholic beverages, take sleeping pills, tranquilizers, or antihistamines right before going to sleep, they will cause your muscles to relax and limit your air passage way.

      3. Avoid dairy products, which can cause mucus build-up right before you go to sleep.

      4. If you are overweight, losing some weight will reduce snoring by increasing the space in your air passage way.

      5. Sleeping on your side instead of your back will help to prevent snoring.

      6. A common remedy to prevent sleeping on your back is to sew a tennis ball to the back of your shirt; the discomfort of sleeping on the ball will prevent you from staying on your back.

      7. Try following a regular sleep routine.

      8. Try taking in a little bit of honey before sleeping.

      9. Don't eat a big meal right before bed, if your stomach is full it will push up on your diaphragm and limit breathing passage ways.

      10. Avoid eating "rich" foods such as cakes, cookies, chocolate and pizza.

      11. Sleep on a firmer pillow, a pillow that's too soft encourages your throat muscles to relax and narrows your air passageway.

      12. Inhale steam before sleeping or sleep in a room with a humidifier turned on, which will reduce congestion and moisturize the throat.

      13. Purchase some nasal strips and put them on before going to sleep. Nasal strips will open up your nostrils and allow more air to come in, thus reduce snoring.

      14. f you are a smoker, stop smoking, if that is not feasible then avoid smoking right before you go to bed. Smoking causes inflammation and swelling of the throat.

      15. Take anti-snoring pills or use anti-snoring nasal spray.

      16. Consult a medical profesional if your snoring continues to adversely affect your sleep.

48. QUESTION:
    How to deal with snoring?
    I am a very light sleeper and my husband snores quite badly. I've tried ear plugs but find them very uncomfortable and I also like to listen to relaxing music when going to sleep. We usually spend quite a few nights sleeping in separate rooms. Can anyone help? We don't want to go on like this, and we have tried every over the counter relief but to not avail. I would love to find a solution that works!!!!

    • ANSWER:
      is he over weight and does he smoke, i snore and was told by my doc to loose weight and give up smoking as a specialist would not even look at me until i had lost weight and given up smoking, if it is really loud then it is most probably in the throat where the soft palate collapses when you are relaxed this causes the vibration which we hear as snoring or i could be that the bottom jaw is falling back while asleep, does he have a big overbite, with the jaws closed is there more than a 6mm overlap between top teeth and bottom teeth, if yes then i would suggest trying a mandibular advancement device,(MAD) , they are a bit like a gum shield used for rugby/american football, they are moulded to the wearers teeth and pull the bottom jaw forward in line with the top jaw.
      check out the link for even more info
      hope this helps

49. QUESTION:
    I need help with my boyfriend's snoring can someone help?
    I love the guy we have been together 7 years we have 2 kids together and I don't wanna have to not sleep in bed with him but his snoring drives me nuts I feel like beating him with a pillow some nights lol is there anything I could do for him for the snoring to at least quiet down?

    • ANSWER:
      he should be tested for sleep apnea in a very serious way if hes that bad, as this is a huge indicator of something that could be life threatening..

      you can also:
      - roll him onto his side
      - put strips over his nose to widen his nasal openings at ngiht
      - use ear plugs
      - have him sleep not facing you
      - take him to a doctor to ensure he has an asthma pump if hes asthmatic or have him allergy tested to see if his restricted breathing is allergy related

50. QUESTION:
    My wife keeps snoring, what is the solution?
    Hello, I am from Libya, I have nice life. Nice tent, nice big-up truck , nice sandals, nice sunglasses, i love my goats and my wife. My wife is beautiful she is tall and thin with nice hair, but she always snores and I have to sleep outside the tent everyday, problem is there is a lot of scorpions, snakes and stupid rebels outside.
    Help me.

    • ANSWER: