Here at SlumberSlumber, your sleep is important to us, so we have put together this handy article on ten things you didn’t know about snoring. We know the effect that snoring can have on your beauty sleep and relationships, but it’s important to remember that you are not alone in this, and that snoring can be overcome and managed.

Here are ten things you didn’t know about snoring:

1. It’s Normal!  - Around a quarter of the UK population suffers from snoring. 
2. Smoking and Drinking Alcohol Makes You More Likely to Snore - When you smoke and drink, it has an effect on your sleep. Smoking creates mucus in your chest, which can make breathing more difficult. Alcohol is a relaxant that relaxes your throat muscles, which causes your airways to narrow. 
3. The Cause of Snoring Could be Hidden In Your Bedding - It’s important that you change your bed sheets regularly. Dust particles in your bedding can be a major irritant for your nasal passage. This may be manageable while we are awake, but once asleep we can only breathe through our mouths, which causes us to snore. 
4. Spicy Food Can Make Snoring Worse - If you snore, avoid eating spicy food, particularly in the evenings. Spicy food can cause you to suffer from acid reflux. By removing it from your diet, you may experience an improvement in your snoring.
5. Sleeping Habits Affect Snoring - By sleeping on just one pillow that is firmer and smaller, you will benefit from a more peaceful night’s sleep, which will reduce the likelihood of your snoring.
6. Sleeping on Your Back Can Cause Snoring - If you normally sleep on your back, try wedging a pillow or a blanket around you while you’re on your side. This will make it more difficult for you to roll on to your back.
7. Exercising and Weight Loss Could be the Key - Excess weight usually gathers around the throat which, even in small amounts can restrict your airway. Even if you’re just a little overweight, losing a few pounds could be key to reducing the amount you snore.
8. We All Snore Differently - Before you can find a solution to your snoring, you must first determine what kind of snorer you are. It’s possible to be a nose, throat, palate, or combination snorer.
9. Snoring Could be a Sign of a More Serious Health Condition - If you snore, it’s important that you rule out sleep apnoea. Loud snoring can be a sign of sleep apnoea and sufferers can also stop breathing for brief periods (usually between 10 and 20 seconds) while they are asleep. It’s always worth noting that consulting your GP will help determine why you snore, and how to help it.
10. There is Help - There are a number of proven techniques that can help you eliminate snoring, but it may require some patience, lifestyle changes, and some trial and error until you find a remedy that works for you.

Tips on how to stop snoring here.