4 Fixes to Stop Snoring

4 Fixes to Stop Snoring (1:25)

Snoring can range from mild to life-threatening, so it's important to try to minimize or solve the issue when possible. Robin Miller, MD, talks in this video about the types of snoring and how to prevent or manage it.

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Everybody snores now and then, but there's a difference between occasional snoring and sounding like a chainsaw every nights. Hi, I'm Dr. Miller. Snoring is caused by block of the air way, it not only disrupts the order of sleep, it could be a sign of underlying health concern. These four tips can help you get to the route of the problem, if you're 40 or older, don't exercise, and if you're overweight, get moving.

Dropping pounds could be your most lasting fix snoring clue, sleep on your side. Sleeping on your back invite soft tissue at the back of your throat to relax and block air passages. Skip the night cup, alcohol can make tissue at the back of the throat sag, making even non snores snore. Guess dust might be pathetic an allergy to dust might really making you snore, if these fixes don't work you might have Sleep Apnea, a cycle which you breath, stop breathing and grasp for air, snore and breath again. If these fixes don't work you might have Sleep Apnea, recycle what you breath, stop breathing and gasp for air, snore and breath again, see your doctor you may need the help of a medical device to keep your airways open while you snooze.

I'm Dr. Miller, for more great ways to sleep well and stay healthy watch our smart tips right here