Are You Losing Sleep Due to Your Partner's Snoring?

So, you may ask, why do we snore?

That's easy - snoring is the "vibratory sound produced by an obstruction of the upper airway", however the causes and cures can be anything but simple. There are several reasons why we produce this sound during sleep.

• Congenital deformities
• Sleep Apnea (OSA)
• Advancing age
• Positioning of the jaw
• Nasal obstruction
• Atopy (inflammation of the airways due to colds, asthma, sinus infections or allergies)
• Weakness of the throat muscle
• Sleeping position, such as lying on your back
• Obesity
• Alcohol or drug intake
• Smoking

Assuming that you or your partner don't have a medical condition such as a congenital deformity or sleep apnea, there might be an inexpensive cure that will help you get a good night's sleep, so long as you are open to trying one or two methods to see what works for you.

There are several natural remedies that have been touted over the years for the relief of snoring. Some of these include:

• Steam vaporizers

As nasal congestion is one of the culprits that produce snoring, the use of a vaporizer can reduce or loosen the mucus plug that causes the congestion. It can also keep the soft pallet from drying out, which also contributes to the effects of snoring.

• Herbal medications

The list below have been sold and used for years to relieve congestion, restrict allergies, reduce inflammation and relieve sore throats.

Immature Bitter Orange -  helps to inhibit the production of allergens and relieve nasal congestion.

Wild Yam -  an anti-inflammatory agent helps reduce inflammation (no brainer there!)

Ginger -  increases the the production of saliva, which, in turn, helps keep the soft pallet from drying out when sleeping.

Honey and Arctium Fruit -  both of these herbal remedies lubricate the throat, and are great for soothing a raw throat due to colds.

• Acupuncture

Although not widely considered as a medical treatment for snoring, the Chinese have long believed that a person's life force, or Ch'i, (literal translation is "air" or "breath",) can be affected by blockages.

• Aroma Therapy

Essential oils have long been used in the treatment of respiratory ailments, and have more recently gained popularity as cures for many afflictions. The most common oils used to alleviate snoring are Marjoram, Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Lavender, or you can have a special blend mixed for you.

• Singing

Believe it or not, singing can be beneficial when it comes to quieting those snores! Singing strengthens the throat muscles, and although it isn't a bona-fide cure-all, it can be used with other remedies to help alleviate those nightly noises. Now you actually have a reason for singing in the shower!

Make sure you take the time to check out the product before ordering. It may seem like a waste of time, but since there are so many different types of stop snoring aids available, doing a bit of research could end up saving you money in the long run, and make sure the company offers a money back guarantee in case you need to return it.

Happy hunting, and I wish everyone a snore free, good night's sleep!