Things You Can Do To Help You Stop Snoring

Snoring occurs when parts of your mouth, throat, or nasal airways vibrate as you breathe.

This typically happens because these areas relax and narrow during sleep.

You are more likely to snore if you:

In some cases, snoring may be linked to a condition like sleep apnea, where your airways become temporarily blocked while you sleep.

Making simple lifestyle adjustments can help decrease or eliminate snoring.

Do:

Aim to lose weight if you’re overweight.
Sleep on your side. You can try taping or stitching a tennis ball to the back of your sleepwear or use a special pillow or bed wedge to encourage side sleeping.
Consider suggesting that your partner use earplugs if your snoring disrupts their sleep.

Don’t:

Avoid smoking.
Limit your alcohol intake.
Refrain from using sleeping pills, as these can sometimes contribute to snoring.