Snoring can be a major problem in relationships…sometimes it leads to a “sleep divorce” where couples sleep in different rooms.
There are some things you can do to help, though…The Sun has a few:
Sleep on your side You’re more likely to snore if you sleep on your back because gravity pulls your tongue back and creates a blockage.
Stop eating so close to bed. When your stomach is too full, your diaphragm doesn’t have enough room to expand. Plus, skipping those late-night meals can help with weight loss and you’re more likely to snore if you’re overweight, because there’s more fat around your throat that pushes on your airways.
Drink more water Being dehydrated thickens the mucus in your throat and makes you more likely to snore so a few extra glasses of water a day could help.
Take a hot shower before bed The steam can loosen phlegm and help you breathe a little easier at night.
Learn some throat exercises There are lots online including one where you rub the tip of your tongue across the back of your top teeth over and over again and another where you have to say all the vowels (A-E-I-O-U) out loud for three minutes, several times a day.
Good luck…and (hopefully) good night!
