COUPLES PRODUCTS FOR A SOUND NIGHT'S SLEEP
Does your partner snore?Has his nightly symphony kept you awake and disrupted your own sleep? You are not alone. A big percentage of the population snores at least occasionally. Snoring all or part of the time, according to one study, 41 percent of the men and 28 percent of the women. Snoring tends to get worse with age. Don’t worry there are products that can help each of you get a sound night of sleep.
Snoring is a very common occurrence. As you fall asleep, the soft tissues along the airway from your nose to your windpipe narrows and vibrate as you breathe. Fifty percent of the time, the snorer is getting a sound night's sleep, and it's only a difficulty for someone else who's sleeping in the same bed. However, the really loud, earsplitting kind of snoring that keeps others up in the next room is usually an indicator of something more serious. Snoring may be an indication of a serious problem, not just annoying is may prove to be obstructive sleep apnea.
WHAT CONTRIBUTES TO SNORING – A VARIETY OF FACTORS INCLUDING:
- Your mouth anatomy. A narrow throat, a cleft palate, enlarged adenoids and other physical attributes which contribute to snoring can be hereditary
- Alcohol consumption. Limit alcohol consumption before bedtime. Alcohol loosens throat muscles and limits your natural defenses against airway obstruction.
- Nasal problems. Chronic nasal congestion or a crooked partition (deviated nasal septum) between your nostrils may be to blame.
- Sleep apnea. When your throat tissues obstruct your airway, preventing you from breathing this is a serious condition. Sleep apnea is often characterized by loud snoring followed by periods of silence that can last 10 seconds or more. Sometimes, while still snoring, the airway becomes so small that the airflow is inadequate for your needs but complete obstruction does not occur. Sooner or later, the deficiency of oxygen and an increase in carbon dioxide signal you to wake up, forcing your airway open with a loud grunt or noisy gasping sounds. This pattern may be repeated many times during the night.
- Allergies, asthma, a cold, or sinus infections – Blocked airways make inhalation difficult and create a vacuum in the throat, leading to snoring
- 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.
- Being overweight or out of shape – Fatty tissue and poor muscle tone contribute to snoring.
- A history of smoking – Smoking (or exposure to second-hand smoke) relaxes muscles and creates nasal congestion.
- Sleeping posture – Sleeping flat on your back allows the flesh of your throat to relax and block the airway.
SOME BASIC TIPS TO ALLEVIATE SNORING ARE:
- Sleep on your side
- Elevate the head of your bed
- Limit alcohol and medications
- Clear your nasal passages
- Lose weight
Snoring can get in the way of a good night’s sleep and a healthy relationship with your spouse or partner. Before you resort to separate bedrooms there are products that help. Mild snoring that isn't ssociated with sleep apnea acts well with OTC natural remedies.
For Him: Snore Hush throat spray is a quick and easy remedy for those who are sleep deprived due to moderate or excessive snoring. This specially formulated throat spray uses Glycerin, which loosens vibrating throat tissues to decrease the frequency of snoring. The designated nozzle spray effectively delivers the spray to where needed most. Be geared up to have much quieter nights so that you wake up feeling more re-energized and revitalized.
For Her: Ambiatol is a sleep aid supplement to treat insomnia. This sleep aid contains a proprietary blend to promote sleep, and Valerian, Melatonin, Passion Flower, it eases jet lag, and provides temporary relief for people having trouble falling and staying asleep.
