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Causes out of our control
Heredity - A narrow throat, short neck or other physical attributes that might cause vibrations in the airway.
Being middle-aged or beyond - As you age, your throat becomes narrower, and the muscle tone in your throat decreases.
Being male - Men have narrower air passages than women and are more likely to snore. However, this changes after women hit menopause
Allergies or a cold - Blocked airways make breathing through the nose impossible, hence leading to mouth breathing. Mouth breathing increases chances of snoring.
Causes within our control
Being overweight or out of shape - Fatty tissue and poor muscle tone contribute to snoring. Losing weight and doing exercises that tone the muscles around the neck region can help improve muscular control in your throat.
A history of smoking – Smoking (or exposure to second-hand smoke) relaxes muscles and creates nasal congestion. Try to avoid smoke-filled environments such as construction sites as these irritate the throat and cause congestion too.
Alcohol or medications - Alcohol and medications increase muscle relaxation leading to more snoring. Consume alcohol at least 4 hours before going to bed.
Sleeping posture - Sleeping flat on your back allows the flesh of your throat to relax and block the airway. Ensure that you have adequate support from your pillow.
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