Snoring happens when air can't move easily through the nose or mouth while you sleep. Imagine trying to breathe through a narrow straw, it makes a noisy sound. Some people have narrower passageways, so their breathing sounds louder at night. This is why some people snore more than others.
Examples
- A man who drinks wine every night snores louder than his wife because alcohol makes his throat muscles relax more.
- Children with big tonsils often snore loudly when they sleep.
- A person who sleeps on their back may snore more because gravity pulls their tongue backward.
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See also
- Why Do People Snore When They Sleep?
- Why Do Some People ‘Snore’ and How Can It Be Reduced?
- What Causes ‘Sleep’ and Why Do We Need It?
- What Is the Purpose of ‘Sleep’ and Why Do We Need Different Stages of It?
- How Do Our Bodies Know When to Sleep and When to Wake Up?
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