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Friday, May 8, 2009

Ba Zi And Feng Shui

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Ba Zi can be literal translate as 'Eight Characters'. Basically, Ba Zi is derived from birth date: the year, month, day and time you were born. Each consists of a distinct pair of characters, hence making up the eight characters. From these eight characters, thousands of combination is possible. Ba Zi is derived from four pair of character, thus, sometime people refer to it as the Four Pillars or Si Zhu as well.

To the Chinese, a period of sixty year is known as one Jia Zi. In ancient China, from experience and by observing the nature, the Chinese discovered a phenomenon. A cycle of climatic or chronology event seem to repeat every sixty year. Meaning if year 2000 is a full of rainfall, the climate for 2060 would be similar. With this knowledge, prevention can be make. Especially, since the weather has an impact on the agriculture, economy and health.

The eight characters are make up of Yin and Yang variation of the Five Elements: Yang Wood, Yin Wood, Yang Fire, Yin Fire, Yang Earth, Yin Earth, Yang Metal, Yin Metal, Yang Water and Yin Water. By analyzing the combination of these eight characters, the personality, destiny of a person can be determine.

With a deeper understanding of ones own personality, you can open up potential and maximize growth. Have better emotional control and decision making. With the knowledge of upcoming influence forces, you are more ready to react and bring out the best performance and avoid unnecessary set back. Knowing your destiny does not mean "That is it. I am fate to be..." This knowledge should be view as a guidance, a map, a motivation booster.

Destiny can be change. But you have to put in a lot of hard work, a lot of perseverance, a lot of determination. There is no free lunch. For example, you have a Ba Zi which indicates that you will be rich. Each day passes by, you dream about what you are going to do when you are rich. You dream about how you are going to spend the money. BUT, you do nothing to make your dream come true. You say to yourself "I am fated to be rich one day... it does not matter if I work hard or not ..." Soon, one day, when your are too old and weak, you will find that you are not rich at all, instead, you are in debt, facing bankruptcy!

What does Ba Zi got to do with Feng Shui? You might ask? Think of Ba Zi as a map, with road sign and indicators to guide you along your life path. Feng Shui becomes the tool that would help you to overcome any obstacle and let you have a smooth journey. For example, if your Ba Zi indicates that you are a hot-tempered person and you find that your relationship with others is not too good. You are constantly angry and it seems like everybody come looking for a fight. The Feng Shui consultant would analysis your Ba Zi and might advice you to wear a sapphire ring, for example. Slowly you would find that there is a change to your life. You find that you have lesser argument with the people around you. You feel good. You can focus on your personal growth. You can do the things that truly resonate with your heart.

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Thursday, April 30, 2009

Getting Used to the Bulk - Anti Snoring Appliance

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Do you know of someone who's cured his snoring? It's a reality. Forty-five percent of the world's population snore and recent studies have associated snoring with high blood pressure, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and stroke. Snoring in pregnant woman has also been known to adversely affect the growth of the unborn child. Little children who snore likeswise are noted to have lower learning abilities and poor mental health.

So snoring is this destructive? It actually depends. Snoring can be classified as mild snoring to habitual snoring. However, habitual snoring may already be a symptom of a dreaded condition called sleep apnea. In this condition, a person actually stops breathing for about 10 seconds and some as long as 30 seconds occurring several times a night. Person with the sleep apnea disorder tend to be less productive during the day and irritable. Snoring today is not only a physical problem, it's anti-social as well. The best thing to do before anything could get worse is to: cure snoring at once.

If the homeopathic tips did not prove useful for you, it might be time to try some anti snoring appliance. There are many available products of anti snoring appliance. Let's tackle some just for the point of discussion and not as to recommend.

Basically, the narrowing of the airway due to the relaxation of the neck muscles when a person sleeps at night causes snoring. The soft tissues that flap when air passes through creating the vibratory sound called snoring. An anti snoring appliance generally has a dental overlay portion and a guide ramp portion that fits on the lower jaw and guides it to move forward to prevent snoring.

Makers of the "Negus" anti snoring appliance claim this product has been well researched. This anti snoring appliance is worn in the mouth of a snorer at night to eliminate or lessen snoring. The "Negus" pushes the tongue forward away from the back of the throat so that the airway is made larger.

Another anti snoring appliance is the "Silensor". This device still uses the same principle of pushing the lower jaw forward to provide a bigger opening of the pharyngeal space. This anti snoring appliance consists of an upper and lower forming worn over the respective tooth arches. The two lateral rotating connectors connecting the formings gently pull the lower jaw forward increasing the opening during sleep.

Same principle is used by the manufacturer of the anti snoring appliance called "Noiselezz". This anti snoring appliance is still made of two components that are fit to the upper and lower jaw. The Noiselezz keeps the airway unblocked by slightly pulling the mandible (lower jaw) forward to create enough space.

Snoring could be more than just a nuisance to the person sleeping beside the snorer. It could complicate to more serious health problems. Prior to wearing any other anti snoring appliance, you'd be better off paying a visit to your physician first.

Milos Pesic is an expert in the field of Snoring and runs a highly popular and comprehensive Snoring web site. For more articles and resources on Snoring related topics, Snoring Causes and Treatments, Natural Snoring Remedies and much more visit his site at:

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Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Little Noisy Breathers - Baby Snoring

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If you're a parent of a noisy newborn, it's really nothing that should cause any alarm. Like most parts of their bodies, which are still immature, babies are noisy breathers in general because their nasal passages are still narrow and usual are filled with bubbly secretions. When air passes through these puddles of secretions, a vibratory sound is produced ? making us think our baby is "snoring". Baby snoring is basically just a sound produced by the soft tissues as air passes in. As the baby grows older, as well as his nasal passages, and as he learns to swallow excess saliva these vibratory sounds or baby snoring should subside.

Some ways to get home relief for these little snores is to clear the baby's air passages. If you think the baby's nose seems partly obstructed, spurt a few drops (be careful not to drown your baby) of saltwater in you baby's nose. Some drugstores recommend saline nose sprays but you can make your home-made version by diluting ? teaspoon of salt to 8 ounces of clean or pre-boiled water. Use a nasal aspirator (available in drugstores and baby's sections) to gently suck out the secretions out of your baby's nose.

Another home remedy for baby snoring is to clean nasal passages using steam. Do this in the evening, before bedtime usually occurs during this time. Give your baby a warm shower (or you can stand with you baby) to loosen excess secretions. Another thing to avoid baby snoring is to clear your baby's room of allergens like dust collectors or animal dander. These allergens cause the excess production of mucus as the body's natural defenses to clean the air entering the body.

In instances, though, when baby snoring still persists, as your baby grows older, it's best to pay a visit to your pediatrician. Some infant snoring is caused by an abnormal structure in his nasal passages. Enlarged tonsils are also cause of snoring in older children but rarely does this happen to infants. Enlarged tonsils may be corrected by a simple outpatient operation. Pediatricians may also check for cysts or if there are no abnormal movements in your baby's palate.

One more cause for baby snoring is laryngomalacia. Laryngomalacia is a condition in which your baby's cartilage, that opens as air passes in, has not fully matured yet but this should subside by the sixth month.

Baby's weight may also contribute to baby snoring. Frequent baby snoring may already be a sign of sleep apnea. If your baby has this condition, his breathing may stop for about 10 seconds (due to the obstruction in the nasal passages). Baby's and toddlers experiencing sleep apnea tend to be sleepy and tired during the day.

Milos Pesic is an expert in the field of Snoring and runs a highly popular and comprehensive Snoring web site. For more articles and resources on Snoring related topics, Snoring Causes and Treaments, Natural Snoring Remedies and much more visit his site at:

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Thursday, April 9, 2009

The Risks of Snoring During Pregnancy

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Are you pregnant and have been snoring lately? You could already be suffering from sleep apnea.

Pregnancy takes a woman to scores of emotional and physical changes, which is primarily caused by hormonal changes ? with estrogen being the dominant hormone during pregnancy. Increase in estrogen reportedly makes the neck muscles to relax and compounded with the accumulated fats around the neck area cause snoring. Snoring during pregnancy usually occurs in the last four weeks of gestation (this accounts to 30% of pregnant women). This is normal and a preferred sleeping position like sleeping on the sides usually alters this. Most pregnant women feel more relaxed when sleeping on their sides to avoid the weight of their bellies especially during the third trimester.

For excessive or chronic snoring, it may be a sign of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is characterized by a pause in breathing for about 10 seconds resulting to oxygen-deprivation and further complicates to preemclampsia. Preeclampsia is a condition that only happens during pregnancy and is associated with high blood pressure, proteinuria (protein present in urine), and swelling. Patients with preemclampsia may have any or all of the following symptoms: sleepiness during daytime, headaches, blurred vision, abnormalities in liver function and vomiting. If only one of these symptoms occur, it is not a sign of preeclampsia.

Consequently, a study found out that snoring during pregnancy is more common in women who have put on more of the ideal weight. 14% of the women who snored had pregnancy-induced hypertension. 52% of the pregnant women who habitually snored experienced edema (swelling) of the face, hands, legs, and feet compared to 30% who didn't snore.

Meanwhile, oxygen deprivation in patients with sleep apnea has been correlated with growth retardation of the fetus and sometimes, death. If excessive snoring during pregnancy occurs, a physician's advice needs to be sought because the condition could be devastating to the mother and unborn child. Infants born to mothers who were snoring during pregnancy frequently had lower birth weight and Apgar scores (a test taken immediately after a baby is born regarding heart rate, breathing, reflex, muscle tone, and skin color). From this study, although the causes of preemclampsia are unknown, there seems to be a correlation between snoring, preeclampsia, and to babies with lower birth weights.

An expectant woman's condition is crucial to the development of the unborn child in same manner that a pregnant woman also needs to take care of her well-being. Snoring during pregnancy is a sign of or could lead to poor physical health which could be harmful to the mother and baby. It is important that a pregnant woman undergoes regular pre-natal checkups and reports any physical complaints to a physician.

Milos Pesic is an expert in the field of Snoring and runs a highly popular and comprehensive Snoring web site. For more articles and resources on Snoring related topics, Snoring Causes and Treaments, Natural Snoring Remedies and much more visit his site at:

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Monday, March 16, 2009

Anti Snoring Mouthpiece

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Do you know the reason why most snorers are male? Legend claims that males make those ugly noises to protect their women by warding off beasts of prey. How chivalrous! But since we are not hounded by beasts today, who are they supposed to protect us from? Or is this their subtle way of telling us they want the bedroom all to themselves?

No matter how much the male population insist to defend us, their noisy way of doing it is definitely unnecessary. We could always just buy the most modern security system rather than spend sleepless nights with a roaring warrior. They can scream in their sleep all they want, but their snoring is nothing but an irritating human habit.

If in the past snoring is music to the ears, today, people are frantic to find the best way to get rid of it. The number of anti snoring medications like the pills and nasal sprays in the market would make you dizzy. Plus there are devices that claim to be as effective as well. One such device is the anti snoring mouthpiece.

Like any other products flooding the market, there are various types and brands of the anti snoring mouthpiece, but they all try to reach the same goal ? to stop your snoring problem. One anti snoring mouthpiece is the ?The Sleep Coach?s Anti Snoring Mouthpiece or SnorBan?. This works by keeping your mouth in the proper position, thus, stopping the throat tissues from vibrating. This particular anti snoring mouthpiece is very easy to use. You just form fit it initially then wear it every time you go to sleep. It eliminates snoring completely by letting you achieve the normal way of breathing.

Sometimes these anti snoring mouthpieces are known as anti snoring dental devices. One example of these is the ?mandibular advancement splint?. This specific anti snoring mouthpiece revolves around the principle of setting your jaw forward and raising the soft palate. This prevents the throat tissues to sag and block the airway. Over time, breathing ?normally? through the nose will happen naturally.

There are other versions of the anti snoring mouthpiece. Some of these devices also work by preventing the tongue from going far down the throat. The dental devices are mostly custom-made, although there are certain brands that are made of soft material that can mold any mouth shape.

The different anti snoring mouthpieces are said to be very effective. But before you get fitted for one, try the readily-available versions which are much cheaper. If this ?cure? works well for you, then you don?t have to say goodbye to your alleged knight-in-shining-armor. But if it doesn?t, there?s always 911 to save the day.

Milos Pesic is an expert in the field of Snoring and runs a highly popular and comprehensive Snoring web site. For more articles and resources on Snoring related topics, Snoring Causes and Treaments, Natural Snoring Remedies and much more visit his site at:

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Monday, February 16, 2009

Non-surgical Ways to Prevent Snoring

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If you are troubled with your snoring problem, and don?t want a surgical procedure to remedy it, you can make use of non-surgical ways to prevent snoring. One type is by using a Nasal CPAP. It is very effective in controlling your snore but it is only temporary and does not cure the root cause of your problem. With such, the device is to be worn each night. If you find this to be of a bit of a hassle then this may not be for you.

Before your doctor advises you to wear such a device, as your way to prevent snoring, you will be evaluated as to the frequency of episodes of obstructed breathing while on your sleep, as to the noise disturbance your create during your sleep, as to the headaches you experience throughout the day, etc. You will undergo a physical exam, with your medical history taken into consideration. An otorhinolaryngological examination to check your airway will also be conducted. The last step of the evaluation involves checking and determining the appropriate CPAP pressure during a sleep study. All the data and information gathered will be used in determining the right treatment for your snoring problems.

Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) makes use of specially designed nasal masks or pillows. It helps keeping your airway open while inhaling. It is an effective non-surgical remedy to prevent snoring and to treat obstructive sleep apnea problems. The mechanism blows air on the upper airway, just enough to prevent the airway tissues from obstructing your breathing during sleep. The pressure of this device is kept consistent, and continuous.

Once you have been finally advised to use CPAP by your doctor to prevent snoring, the next critical thing is choosing the mask for your use. Comfort should be a consideration. An alternative though is the use of nasal pillows where two small caps are inserted into the nostrils. Those with beard or moustache usually prefer this, as facial hair can compromise the effectiveness of said masks.

Dry skin also is an impediment to the function of the mask seal. The use of skin moisturizers made specifically for CPAP purposes will solve this problem. Take note as well that too much skin oil also is a problem as it loosens the contact between the mask and the face.

The use of CPAP to prevent snoring is a matter of choice. Your doctor can advise you well on this matter, and should this fit your comfort and convenience, choose a mask that you like. There are manufacturers who offer custom made masks with your comfort in mind. Never settle for anything less than what gives you comfort in the application of CPAP for your snoring problems.

Milos Pesic is an expert in the field of Snoring and runs a highly popular and comprehensive Snoring web site. For more articles and resources on Snoring related topics, Snoring Causes and Treatments, Natural Snoring Remedies and much more visit his site at:

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Friday, February 13, 2009

Doctor, Can I Quit Snoring?

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If you make loud noises in your sleep, you got to get your self some help to quit snoring. If you think you can sleep your way out of this problem, you won?t ? because you can?t even sleep. Snorers, especially those with sleep apnea don?t get to have enough sleep. They usually feel tired during the day, with being able to have only some hours of sleep. You got to quit snoring!

Snoring will pose to be a problem not only for yourself but also to your partner in bed. She will not be able to have a decent sleep as well as you continue to snore her out of her sleeping zone. Snoring, in extreme cases, as it drains you with your energy, will start to cause you problems in bed. With the stress and anxiety brought about by your lack of sleep, your snoring will eventually get the better of you. Surely, you don?t want that to happen. How many times have you heard your partner say: ?Darling, can you quit snoring?? ? perhaps said in a lovely and jokingly way, but with some truth behind it.

It is important that you get yourself cured with this problem. Some snorers thought this would go away as time passes by. Some go with self-medication, and imposes upon themselves a healthier and active lifestyle. These can actually help you to quit snoring, with the right medication you may luckily pick out, or with the right lifestyle changes, and with the appropriate eating habits.

There are many products out there in the market claiming to make you quit snoring. But these claims should not be taken at face value, as not all products live up to their claims. Some claims are merely marketing strategies employed by manufacturers to sell their product. Make sure you know what are taking, and it always best before taking anything to consult your physician.

With a healthier lifestyle, you get to reduce your snoring. But what does living a healthier lifestyle mean? What foods do we have to eat to reduce or take away our snoring problems? How many hours of sleep do we need to maintain our state of good health? How much exercise is appropriate for our age and physical condition? What is the right exercise program one should consider taking up? Is it okay to take some alcohol, even just a bit? Are snacks right before sleep okay? These and more questions come to mind with the advise of a healthier and active lifestyle. Who can we look up to for answers?

Very simple ? your family doctor - with his knowledge on your physical status & condition, your previous medical cases & health issues, will be the right person to ask for answers. Simple as the phrase ?healthier and active lifestyle? may seem, but what is just right for you will matter as much.

Have an appointment with your doctor, and specify the details of your snoring problems, including the symptoms, your level of sleep, level of energy on most days, and all other circumstances that will prove to be of use for a proper evaluation of your case, and in determining your snoring treatment. Hopefully, after all these, you can finally quit snoring.

Milos Pesic is an expert in the field of Snoring and runs a highly popular and comprehensive Snoring web site. For more articles and resources on Snoring related topics, Snoring Causes and Treatments, Natural Snoring Remedies and much more visit his site at:

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Wednesday, April 30, 2008

How To Spot The Differences of Snoring from Sleep Apnea

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Millions of people snore and very few of them actually know whether or not it is related to a more serious condition known as sleep apnea. Snoring can be brought on by a variety of reasons such as excess weight, smoking, and drinking alcohol before bed. However, snoring can also be a symptom of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a potentially serious condition in which a person stops breathing for a period of ten seconds or more several times a night.

If you snore you should go to your doctor to determine whether or not you have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea carries some serious risks with it such as heart attack and stroke. Immediate symptoms include morning headaches, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and general tiredness throughout the day. When the body isn't getting enough oxygen and the heart is working extra hard there are many problems associated with this.

Some people with sleep apnea awake several times a night gasping for breath, while others don't fully wake up at all. Their partners may notice a sudden loud snore after a short silence. This most certainly is a sign of sleep apnea, not just regular snoring.

Sleep apnea is typically caused by a person's anatomy. For instance, if there is extra tissue in the throat it may cause a temporary obstruction and a blockage of air. Luckily there are several treatment options for sleep apnea. One option is surgery. If your sleep apnea is caused by anatomy you may be able to have a surgical procedure done which may reduce or remove the obstruction. Another option is a CPAP machine. CPAP stands for continuous positive airway pressure and forces air in and out of the lungs, regardless of any obstructions. These require the patient to wear a face mask, but most people get used to it after a few nights.

Discovering the root of your snoring is important to good health, regardless if it stems from sleep apnea, obesity, or smoking. Taking steps to reduce or eliminate your snoring will benefit your health for years to come.

Thomas Wilson writes about snoring and sleep apnea related topics for the Sleep Conditions website. Read more and sign up for our free newsletter at http://www.sleepconditions.com.

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Tuesday, February 12, 2008

How To Reduce Snoring Naturally

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When the airflow through your breathing passage becomes irregular due to obstruction, the soft palate starts flapping. This produces the snoring sound. Snoring can be defined as the sound made through an open mouth due to vibration of the soft palate and uvula. Snoring occurs during sleep, and the intensity of the sound may vary from person to person.

The main reason of snoring is obstruction of the breathing passage. Fat accumulated around the throat, incorrect positioning of the jaws, closing of jaws during sleep, allergies, and the tongue collapsing back into the throat can be the source of various breathing passage blockages that result in snoring.

Snoring is a very common phenomenon among men as well as women and the ?funniest? part associated with snoring is that most snorers? do not hear their own snoring. Snoring can be a social problem as well as medically serious issue. It can cause disturbance in your partners sleep and it definitely disturbs the snorers sleep patterns. If an individual is a victim of serious snoring then it might lead to some serious health hazards including sleep apnea.

Many people ask if snoring can be cured or not? Heavy snorers should definitely seek medical help, even though they may need several treatments and examinations. These examinations determine the kind of treatment required. Diagnosis will discover whether the snoring is due to allergies, infections, and tonsils or as a result of being overweight or lifestyle factors. Heavy snorers have the option of choosing surgery as a way to minimize or eliminate their snoring.

There are people whose snoring is mild their snoring can be managed through maintaining a healthy and athletic lifestyle. If needed, mild snorers should consider loosing excess weight, avoid tranquilizers and sleeping pills, cut down on alcohol intake, adopt a regular sleeping pattern, and avoid sleeping on their backs.

There are some effective ways to reduce snoring. If the throat, the jaw muscles, and the tongue are exercised regularly, the breathing passage will become broader and will not become blocked during sleep. If you make it a habit to exercise these areas, you can reduce your snoring naturally. Yoga and singing are also natural methods to reduce snoring.

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Friday, February 1, 2008

How To Find The Perfect Snoring Treatment Device

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If you suffer from snoring, then you are probably in a constant search for the perfect snoring treatment. The stores are packed with products that help to prevent this and cure that, but what really works? Before you spend a fortune on the trial and error method for finding the perfect snoring treatment, consider learning about what to look for in anti-snoring devices.

As you stroll the aisle, either retail or virtual internet store, look for a product that not only promises to help prevent snoring, but one that is also doctor recommended. This is an excellent way to measure a product's credibility against similar products. If a doctor approves of it's construction and demonstrates faith in it's ability, then you can rest assured that you are getting a good value for your dollar.

Once you have narrowed the field of snoring treatment devices down to those that are doctor recommended, consider which of the products appeal directly to you. Forget about price for a minute and forget about what a product promises. Now, does the product look safe to you? How about comfort? Does it look like something that you will be able to wear during the night without being awakened? If a snoring treatment keeps you awake, it will effectively end snoring along with your ability to sleep. Since it's doubtful that you want to eliminate sleeping, consider purchasing a product only if it appears comfortable. Safety, of course, should be a huge factor in determining which snoring treatment is right for you.

The Sleep Genie, for instance, is an anti-snoring device that is made of a nylon and lycra blend. It fits comfortably over the head while supporting the jaw and allowing the mouth to remain closed during the night. Typically providing instant relief, the Sleep Genie is popular among the world of snoring treatment products.

If an at-home snoring treatment doesn't work, or if you feel short of breath during the night, consult a physician for a possible diagnosis of sleep apnea. This disorder is sometimes treated with a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) device. This machine provides the user with the ability to breathe easier through the night and helps to prevent airway blockage, which is what occurs with sleep apnea. While not meant to cure sleep apnea, many anti-snoring devices, such as the Sleep Genie, are successfully used with CPAP treatments to help provide the snoring sufferer with better sleep quality. Products that help to keep the wearer's mouth closed may help to prevent the air treatments, from the use of the CPAP machine, from escaping through the night.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be used as, or in place of, professional medical advice. Before beginning any treatment for snoring, please consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and remedy.

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Wednesday, January 30, 2008

A Stop Snoring Device May Rid You Of Your Nighttime Nuisance

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If you snore, there are snoring devices that can help you curb your nighttime nuisance tonight. There is no reason to suffer through another restless night if you don't have to. You may be asking yourself if there are products that actually work or if there is hope without having to undergo surgery. The answer to both is 'yes.' The trick to selecting the best stop snoring device is to find one that is recommended by a doctor. Either your doctor directly or is generally recognized as being doctor recommended. The second trait to look for in a quality stop snoring device is one that is comfortable. If you attempt to use a device that is not comfortable, there is no way that you will get any sleep. Although, effectively if you are not sleeping, you won't snore, but a life without sleep is probably not the remedy you are looking for.

When selecting a stop snoring device, you will want to choose a product that is safe. When you are asleep, you will not be as aware of your surroundings and you will need a device that will work with you and not against you. An example of a stop snoring device that has been doctor tested and approved is the Sleep Genie from Odyssey Direct Solutions, Inc. This device, as it is fittingly titled, was designed to make your dream of a restful night's sleep become a reality. Manufactured from a nylon lycra blend, this band fits comfortably on the head while supporting the jaw and keeping the mouth closed during sleep. Have you ever tried snoring with your mouth closed? It just isn't going to happen.

By eliminating snoring with the use of a stop snoring device, sufferers will regain control over their lives. After a restful night's sleep, they will find that they are more able to concentrate on daily activities, get work completed efficiently and generally be more pleasant to be around. A lack of sleep not only creates personality conflicts, but also has the ability to affect the immune system and energy level.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be used as, or in place of, professional medical advice. Before beginning any treatment for snoring, please consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and remedy.

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Monday, January 28, 2008

Effective Snoring and Sleep Apnea Treatments

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There is a substantial difference in snoring and sleep apnea but, ironically, the treatments are much the same. It is first important to differentiate the two terms.

Snoring is nothing more than a vibration caused from fatty tissue rubbing against the back of the throat during sleep. It is often the cause of sleep loss, aggravation and inconvenience. Snoring alone, however, is not as dangerous as sleep apnea, which occurs when an individual stops breathing completely throughout the night. This is usually caused by a complete airway blockage resulting from tissue in the throat relaxing and cutting off the air supply. The sleep apnea sufferer awakens quickly due to their loss of air, but they may not realize what has happened. Frequent awakening, difficulty breathing or gasping for air and heavy snoring are all common signs of sleep apnea and may require an immediate need for effective snoring and sleep apnea treatments.

There are a variety of snoring and sleep apnea treatments, including changing to sleeping on your side instead of your back, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise program, ridding your home of allergens to help you breathe easier during the night, elevating your head with an extra pillow at night or the use of doctor recommended apnea treatment devices. Once a patient has been diagnosed with sleep apnea, a more aggressive series of snoring and sleep apnea treatments may be required. If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to heart disease, a stroke or other serious medical condition. Many apnea sufferers use a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine to help them receive a continual amount of air during the night, which helps to prevent the tissues in their throat from collapsing and blocking their airway causing them to stop breathing completely.

During snoring and sleep apnea treatments, sleepers need to sleep with their mouth closed or they risk losing the effects of the CPAP treatment. The Sleep Genie is a product that is designed to help improve sleep quality and allow the sleeper to rest comfortably with their mouth closed. While not intended to be used as a cure for sleep apnea, it may help to keep the sufferers mouth closed so that they can continue to receive the benefits of the CPAP machine. If the patient suffers from snoring, and not sleep apnea, the Sleep Genie is beneficial in helping to prevent snoring altogether because it is virtually impossible to snore with your mouth closed.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be used as, or in place of, professional medical advice. Before beginning any treatment for snoring, please consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and remedy.

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Sunday, January 13, 2008

Determining The Cause Of Snoring

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Many things promise to cure it, but what exactly causes it? The cause of snoring varies from one individual to another, but there are several leading factors that are believed to behind this nighttime nuisance.

Obesity is believed to be a leading cause of snoring. Many physicians, therefore, recommend a program of diet and exercise in an effort to not only prevent snoring, but also to promote better health. If you have recently been diagnosed as being either overweight or obese, it may be time to consider a quality program to help shed some pounds along with your snoring habit.

Another main cause of snoring is when individuals sleep on their back. When this happens, the muscles and tissue tend to relax in the back of the throat and restrict air passages. By sleeping on your side, you may help to eliminate this problem and greatly reduce snoring.

The aging process is believed to be another cause of snoring. Researchers believe that, as the skin in the throat ages, it begins to lose it?s elasticity. When this happens, it is more likely to relax and cause air passages to be restricted.

Sleep apnea is a disorder that is also a serious cause of snoring. Symptoms include excessive snoring, pauses between breathing, awakening through the night with a feeling of choking or gasping for air, etc.

The reason this occurs is because, with sleep apnea, the airways become completely blocked and the sufferer actually stops breathing on multiple occasions throughout the night. Sleep apnea, if left untreated, may often lead to more serious medical conditions. Among them, heart problems, a stroke or other serious illness.

A sleep study, which is generally ordered by a physician, may help to diagnose the direct cause of snoring for each individual. The snoring sufferer spends one night at a sleep center, which monitors his/her breathing and snoring patterns throughout the night. The results are then studied by a physician who makes a final diagnosis.

This article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be used as, or in place of, professional medical advice. Before beginning any treatment for snoring, please consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and remedy.

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Monday, January 7, 2008

Snoring and You

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It's midnight. You're being kept awake by a loved one's snoring. Do you ever worry about their health? Everyone knows that snoring is a nuisance at night, but did you know that there are health risks associated with it?

Snoring is much more than an annoyance that keeps people awake at night. It is important for you (or the loved one) to learn to recognize whether or not there is a serious problem behind the snoring.

In understanding the reasons for the snoring and what it may or may not represent, you can take steps to improve your health, not to mention give everyone in the house a peaceful night's sleep.

The number of people that actually snore is astounding. It is said that one out of every three people in the world actually snore during some point in the night.

How does snoring work, exactly? As you sleep, your throat and the muscles in your mouth relax. This includes your soft palate and the tongue. As air moves past this relaxed tissue, the tissue will vibrate with each breath. This results in snoring. The less tense the tissue actually becomes, the louder a person snores.

Snoring can occur due to many different causes. Those with an extended uvula or naturally larger tonsils and adenoids are likely to snore. A deviated or crooked septum in the nose, minor illnesses that cause congestion, even obesity and the use of alcohol can play significant rolls in whether or not a person will snore.

While these all sound like serious dilemmas, there are more serious health problems associated with snoring. Sleep apnea is likely to create an individual that snores habitually. Sleep apnea creates an obstruction in the throat that is so great, it actually causes the sleeper to stop breathing. On instinct, when someone cannot breathe during sleep, they wake up to get the air they require. These breaks in sleep can lead to a significant health problem.

And snoring is not just a problem for adults. Children snore as well, which means that parents should be concerned about the well-being of their child if he or she habitually snores. If your child is easily distracted or seems tired all the time, sleep apnea may be a factor. Checking with your child's physician is crucial.

Individuals who snore habitually should see their physician, as their doctor can help them find solutions to this noisy problem. Over time, snoring can lead to other diseases, such as diabetes, increased blood pressure, heart trouble, and in the most severe of cases, death.

If you or a loved one snore, a trip to the doctor may be very necessary. You'll be healthier and the entire family will thank you for the peace and quiet they get throughout the night.

Amanda Baker writes for http://tobeinformed.com

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