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Snoring, Sleep Apnea and Pregnancy

It's common knowledge that snoring is both annoying and dangerous. Loud snoring is a sign of a much more serious sleep disorder - sleep apnea. A person suffering from sleep apnea stops breathing hundreds of times a night only to start again with a loud gasp. This puts a strain on the entire body, and especially on the heart. It also decreases the... Read moreChevron
posted 01/26/2009, comments (0)|
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Sleeping Double in a Single Bed

Anyone who has any knowledge at all of country music will probably remember the Barbara Mandrell hit, "Sleeping Single in a Double Bed." That, according to the song, is not a favorable situation. However, please consider the alternative. Snuggling together on a narrow bed may sound appealing to the newlyweds, but believe me, keep it up and the... Read moreChevron
posted 01/07/2009, comments (0)|
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Snorers Burn More Daytime Calories But....

This next discussion ended up being classified as weird science.  Experts have found that people who snore at night seem to be better calorie burners at rest during the day, than non-snorers.  HOWEVER - the snorer's calorie burn does not seem to be significant enought to offset the obesity that often accompanies sleep apnea. ... Read moreChevron
posted 12/22/2008, comment (1)|
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Experts Say the Snorechestra Must Be Silenced for Heart Health

The Harvard Heart Letter, November issue, offers the sombering news that if you or a loved one is snoring through the night with "snorts, whistles and gasps" then the snorechestra is a possible if not probable sign of sleep apnea, which could lead to both heart disease and a shorter life span.   People with sleep apnea stop breathing for... Read moreChevron
posted 11/01/2008, comments (2)|
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Sleeping with your "Furry" Friend

Don't get me wrong. I love animals. I have two cats, and I'd be lost without them. However, All Headline News (AHN) tells us that: "Children who are exposed to pet dogs, cats or other furry friends at home can develop problem snoring when they grow up, a new study has revealed." Heavy snoring can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke... Read moreChevron
posted 08/29/2008, comment (1)|
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