What Really Works To Prevent Snoring?
Whether the sound emitting from the snorer is what NSF describes as a “light rustle” or a “buzz saw,” it can wreak havoc on a bed partner’s ability to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.
People snore for a number of reasons. The National Sleep Foundation points to primary causes as aging, nose and throat conditions, sleeping style, alcohol consumption and weight. NSF estimates 37 million Americans are frequent snorers, “with men and those who are overweight responsible for the bulk of it.”
Whether the sound emitting from the snorer is what NSF describes as a “light rustle” or a “buzz saw,” it can wreak havoc on a bed partner’s ability to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.
Nymag.com recommended in November a few over-the-counter sleep aids for snorers to try, including:
- Nasal strips, which...