subject: 5 Stop Snoring Devices You Haven't Tried Yet [print this page] 5 Anti Snoring Devices You Probably Haven't Tried
The first time you hear someone snore, you probably smiled, or even laughed outright. But after the first hour, the second night, the third week, a partner's snoring is going to start having a detrimental effect on your own sleep.
There are a lot of anti snoring devices and products on the market today - many of them costing a small fortune. Here are five effective anti snoring devices most people haven't heard too much about:
1. Anti snoring pillow
One reason why many people snore is simply because of an improper sleeping position. While you're reading this, try pushing your chin against your throat and breath. You most probably just snored! This happens often when people lay down on a big fat pillow - especially if they sleep on their back. The throat is partially closed, resulting in a snore. To solve this, an anti snoring pillow will open your air passage in your throat and maintain the right sleeping position the snorer needs to prevent snoring throughout the night.
2. Nasal dilators
Usually made of coiled plastic or stainless steel, nasal dilators are simply inserted into the nostrils. Pressure from the coil keeps the nostril open, increasing air flow and reducing snoring.
3. Nasal strips
Like nasal dilators, nasal strips are intended on keeping your nostrils flared throughout the night, but work from the outside of your nose instead. Nasal strips are, essentially, band aids with strips of thin metal or plastic inside. You stick them on your nose and the metal pulls your nose open, ensuring you get good airflow while you're sleeping. Professional athletes often use these during games to ensure they too get an optimal amount of oxygen while they are playing.
4. Sleep Position Monitor
This stop snoring device emits a beeping noise whenever the snorer changes into a snoring-friendly sleeping position (like onto their back) so the snorer can reposition herself. Unfortunately, this device may also wake up the partner of a snorer and the cure may be more disruptive than the snoring itself. Once the new sleeping position becomes a habit, the monitor can be put away.
5. Throat sprays
One natural remedy to stop snoring is a throat spray for snoring. Formulated with natural ingredients, this snoring spray contains essential oils that when sprayed on the throat, provide a lubrication that reduces that amount of vibration, effectively reducing the snoring. However, you should know that when used too often, this spray can often lead - ironically - to even more snoring.
You should always consult with your doctor before trying any of these anti snoring devices. Snoring can be caused by other medical conditions that require medical attention.
