Did you know that 30% of people snore? This figure increases as adults get older, and there’s a 2:1 ratio between men and women. While snoring may seem like a minor problem to some, for many, it causes
Continue readingMost people snore at least once in their lifetime whether it is brought on by nasal congestion, a strange sleeping position, smoking, medications, or seasonal allergies. It’s a natural circumstance caused
Continue readingSnoring occurs when air is restricted from moving freely through the nose and throat during sleep. The muscles in the back of the mouth and the upper airway of the throat, relax. The airway narrows or
Continue readingSleep is important to all of us, and modern Americans do not get enough sleep. Between work, social lives, and children’s activities, far too few of us get a solid eight hours per night. That is true
Continue readingSleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disorders, and currently affects more than 18 million adults in the U.S. This condition is characterized by pauses in a person’s breathing over the course
Continue readingAre you one of the 45% of adults who snore? It may not wake you up, but it almost certainly prevents your sleeping partner from enjoying a good night’s rest. To function well in the day time, you both
Continue readingWhat Is Sleep Paralysis? Sleep paralysis is a terrifying condition in which sufferers report feeling as though they are awake, but are unable to speak or move their limbs. This issue is often accompanied
Continue readingAlmost half of adults have some trouble with snoring. While some light snoring may not pose a problem, loud snoring can be quite a nuisance to a sleeping partner and may indicate a more serious medical
Continue readingInsomnia is a sleep disorder in which sufferers have trouble falling asleep, or difficulty staying asleep. It is something that most people experience at least once in their lives. This experience is
Continue readingUnable to sleep? Don’t panic! The more you try to go to sleep, the harder it becomes. Instead just enjoy the rest, the comfortable bed, and the fact you do not have to do anything for a few hours. Just
Continue readingThe diagnosis of sleep apnea can be scary. It’s alarming to discover you stop breathing hundreds of times while you sleep and that puts you at risk for additional problems. The traditional treatment
Continue readingAround 30-45% of adults regularly snore. When we breathe the air passes through the throat on its way to the lungs. It must pass the tongue, the soft palate, the uvula, and the tonsils. While we are awake
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