Snoring – A Common Issue Or A Serious Disease?
Health Vision|August 2022
In simple words, snoring is a noise one makes while sleeping. Scientifically snoring is a breathing noise that occurs when air flows past relaxed tissues in the throat causing the tissues to vibrate when one breath.
Dr. Nibin John
Snoring – A Common Issue Or A Serious Disease?

Home remedies for Snoring

Sleeping at the same time every night

Sleeping on one side Avoiding Alcohol

Fit and healthy diet, perfect weight

Applying nasal strips to the bridge of nose

Right pillow

Raising the head of your bed and comfortable position while sleeping

According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology, up to 45% of American adults’ snore and 25% do it on a regular basis. Snoring is a common and can interrupt sleep, more commonly in men than women and can get worse with age.

Frequently asked Questions about snoring

1. Is snoring a problem?

If you have frequent snoring issues and it disturbs your sleep cycle and tour partners sleep, then it can be problematic and needs attention. Snoring is at times normal when it happens less than 3 times a week.

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