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Snoring may not too big of an issue for some people but those who don't realize the long term effect and probably the already existing effect to the snorers may be in for a surprise. Most of us at least know somebody who snores. It could be our dads, brothers, uncles and friends'but we should also be well aware of the side effects it brings to our loved ones.

Aside from the health hazards snoring bring to the snorer, interpersonal relationships are affected. People suffering from snoring also suffer from embarrassment on both business and pleasure trips according to Armstrong (et al. Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh). If we try to think about it, there is a serious side to it than how we normally perceive snorers. It is rather a serious case because it involves physical, psychological and emotional aspect of the person.

Some important information related to snoring may enlighten you about the issue of snoring itself. Obviously, if you are a male, unfair it may sound but males are more susceptible to snoring and being a male simply increases the risk of this sleeping disorder as well. Also, one factor of snoring to look out for is the fact which men start to snore (mostly of them) when they are on their middle ages. So watch out, when you start to approach your middle age years, you may have start snoring.

Another great factor is obesity. A person doesn't have to be entirely obese in physical form; he may just have gained weight which could become the cause of his snoring problems. If you know someone who has gained weight, experienced and are still experiencing snoring issues, informing him to trim down on his weight is the best first option.

You might ask why. Simply because an obese person or to simply put it, a person who has gained weight, could possibly accumulate fats around his throat. A possible blockage on the air passages of this person is also possible. Nasal and throat blockages are common problems with snorers. These opening should always be kept hollow. Ask the person you know who experiences snoring or other sleeping problems. Simple as it may seem, you can make a difference with their would-be big problem.