There are dozens of medications, contraptions and methods to remedy snoring. Unfortunately, these solutions can be cumbersome, expensive and many times, futile. For some, herbal remedies may be the answer. Many anti-snoring medications contain a combination of three herbs-- immature bitter orange, bromelain and coenzyme Q10. These herbs can be purchased individually and used to treat the causes of snoring, leading to a deeper, higher quality sleep. Always talk to a doctor before taking medicinal herbs for any purpose.
Effects of Snoring
Snoring has a number of negative effects for the snorer, both physically and socially. According to the Franklin Institute Resourses for Science Learning, snoring is a symptom of sleep apnea. Adult snorers also have a greater likelihood to suffer a stroke. Snoring is also linked to ADHD and learning disorders in children. More often, snoring won't cause health problems for the snorer but can cause problems for whoever is sharing a bedroom with the snorer. Snoring can be very loud and can disrupt the sleep of people nearby.
Types of Herbs
The traditional Chinese herb immature bitter orange is very high in Vitamin C, which can bolster your immune system and possibly prevent snoring due to congestion. More so, the stimulant synephrine in immature bitter orange has also been claimed to relieve nasal congestion and reduce allergic reactions.
Bromelain, which is found in pineapple. is anti-inflammatory and can reduce mucus in the air passages to prevent snoring.
Coenzyme Q10 is a protein produced naturally in our bodies which can be purchased as an herbal supplement. Coenzyme Q10 is recommended as a sleep promoter when paired with bromelain and synephrine in anti-snoring medicine.
Other herbal solutions to snoring listed at Herbs2000.com include inhaling the scent of Japanese mint oil before going to sleep, and drinking linden flower and sage tea for three weeks.
Benefits
The benefits of successfully using herbs to remedy snoring is a deeper, higher quality sleep for you and your sleep partner. Proper sleep benefits learning and memory, metabolism and weight, alertness and safety, mood, cardiovascular health and disease prevention.
Other Remedies
Beyond herbal treatments, there are several non-medical methods that can often help to eliminate snoring. These include weight loss, clearing the nasal passages, quitting smoking, regulating your sleep pattern, humidifying your sleeping area and elevating your head during sleep.
Warnings
Synephrine shouldn't be used if you have stomach and spleen problems or if you are pregnant. Also, synephrine boosts energy and can potentially disrupt sleep.
Bromelain and other anti-snoring herbs should be avoided if you have gastric or duodenal ulcers.
Coenzyme Q10 can cause insomnia, abdominal pain, nausea, rashes and dizziness.
Always consult a doctor or physician before taking any herbs or drugs you are unfamiliar with.
