CPAP’s come in a range of sizes, and (not unlike laptop computers); some are easier to carry around than others.  However, as you can guess the lighter and more modern the CPAP, the higher the price tag.  Some people, too, are a bit reluctant to wear this kind of appliance (which looks rather intimidating to some) while they sleep.

CPAP’s also help control blood pressure during sleep, which is a very valuable benefit (on top of the ceasing or reduction of snoring).  For enhanced effectiveness, CPAP’s can sometimes be used in conjunction with other methods noted in this book, such as throat sprays, nasal strips, and humidifiers.

 Lifestyle Changes: Diet

·        Allergy Alert!

Surprisingly, many people aren’t entirely sure of what they’re allergic to! It sounds strange, and yes, people are typically aware of the major things that they’re allergic to, but the minor things – the things that promote congestion, runny eyes, and minor breathing difficulty – are often neglected. 

The idea here is to carefully monitor any adverse reactions that you might have to food, drink, or anything at all (including pets!).  Anything that leads to congestion can enhance snoring. 

So if, for example, you discover that an hour after you drink milk you feel stuffy, then watch out if you’re a snorer!  Simply changing your diet around, or in this case choosing to avoid milk – or at least not drink it close to bedtime – could substantially improve your snoring problem. 

For people with some fruit allergies, vitamin C can be a significant irritant.  People should monitor their reactions when taking vitamin C in both supplement and direct form (through fruit or juice).  Other foods that can lead to excess snoring are noted below in the “Eating Right” section.

 

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