Snoring is a condition that can disrupt your sleep. It can affect the quality of your sleep and lead to other health problems
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Here are some ways through which you can reduce snoring when you sleep
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Sleep on your side
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Sleeping on your back can move your tongue back of your throat and block the airflow which can cause snoring. Whereas sleeping on your side can allow the air to flow easily through your throat
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Use a thick pillow
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Using a thick pillow to sleep ensures that your head is elevated when you sleep. It keeps your airways open and allows the air to pass through your throat without any disruption
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Get enough sleep
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It is important to get an adequate amount of sleep as sleep deprivation is one of the main causes of airway obstruction that leads to snoring
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Use nasal strips
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Nasal strips help reduce snoring by increasing the space in your nasal passage. They allow the air to pass through your nostrils without any disruption and make breathing easier when you sleep
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Avoid alcohol consumption
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Consumption of alcohol contributes to sleep related problems. It can cause relaxation of throat muscles and lead to problems like snoring and sleep apnea
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It is important to get yourself checked by a doctor to see if there are any underlying problems