There is a significant relationship between snoring, obstructive sleep apnea and weight. Men with neck size above 18 inches and women with neck size above 16 inches are significantly higher risk for severe snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. It causes narrowing of the airway and enlargement of the base of the tongue. Weight loss can reverse the disease process, correct the obstructive process and treat the dangerous effects on heart disease.
There is a significant relationship between snoring, obstructive
sleep apnea and weight. Men with neck size above 18 inches and
women with neck size above 16 inches are significantly higher risk
for severe snoring and obstructive sleep...
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Dr. Steven C. Smart of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:There is a significant relationship between snoring, obstructive sleep apnea and weight. Men with neck size above 18 inches and women with neck size above 16 inches are significantly higher risk for severe snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. It causes narrowing of the airway and enlargement of the base of the tongue. Weight loss can reverse the disease process, correct the obstructive process and treat the dangerous effects on heart disease.There is a significant relationship between snoring, obstructive sleep apnea and weight. Men with neck size above 18 inches and women with neck size above 16 inches are significantly higher risk for severe snoring and obstructive sleep... More
