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Snoring is undoubtedly a problem that can make marital life difficult.
Most people find it difficult to fall asleep next to a snorer, while the snorer himself often feels helpless and guilty.
The snoring not only disturbs the sleep of the spouse, but also causes fatigue and irritability the next day.
According to estimates, 45 percent of the population snore occasionally, with 25 percent snoring regularly, and these are women, men, young and old.
If you are one of the sufferers, either because you are the snorer or you have a partner who does, you will know that it is really complicated to try to stop it.
There are lifestyle changes that can be made to help with this, as snoring is caused by the vibration of the soft tissues, especially in the soft palate area, from the narrowing of the airways that may be caused by a narrow anatomical structure in the air passage, excess weight, or a structural problem at the base of the tongue and palate.
In addition, it is recommended not to drink alcohol three hours before bedtime.
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But there is one drink that an expert does recommend that you enjoy at night and that is mint tea.
Martin Seeley, senior sleep expert at MattressNextDay, explained to the British Mirror website why the herbal hot drink is "the perfect drink and how it can help relieve snoring. It
has purifying properties that help clear the sinuses and promote easier breathing," he says. It also has anti-inflammatory effects that can reduce congestion in the airways, make breathing easier and reduce the chances of snoring."
Other tips that Martin recommends include a "secret weapon" against snoring - a hot shower before bed. In addition to the fact that a hot shower is relaxing, the steam from the shower can moisturize the nasal passages, reduce nasal congestion and make breathing easier. He also suggests using herbs in the shower for additional benefits: "Enhance the shower experience by hanging a bag of lavender or mint around the shower head, infusing essential oils into the steam to further relieve congestion," he says.
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The food also has an effect
The food you eat before bed can also contribute to your snoring so Martin recommends staying away from spicy food, ice cream and milk just before you go upstairs for the night.
"Consuming milk before bed may lead to mucus production, which may contribute to snoring by causing congestion and narrowing or blocking the airways," he explains.
"It is known that the lactose found in dairy products encourages the production of excess phlegm and makes the phlegm thicker and harder to release, which may lead to snoring."
If you do want a late night snack, it's best to choose healthier alternatives that aren't high-fat dairy foods.
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