Snoring: Causes and 5 Solutions to Stop It

Snoring affects both adults and children. These noises—whether loud or mild, occasional or persistent—can disrupt your sleep. But what causes snoring? There are many factors: nasal congestion or a deviated nasal septum, a thick tongue, sleeping on your back, alcohol consumption, excess weight or obesity, and more.

Importantly, some snoring may be accompanied by breathing pauses, in which case we are dealing with sleep apnea. In any case, don’t hesitate to consult an ENT specialist or a sleep doctor to determine the appropriate treatment. In this article, we present 5 anti-snoring solutions available in our online store.

1. Anti-Snoring Belt and Positional Pillow

Snoring often occurs—or worsens—when sleeping on your back. In this position, the tongue muscles relax and fall backward into the throat, partially blocking the airway. The resulting airflow resistance causes the characteristic snoring sound.

To prevent this, positional therapy is recommended:

• The anti-snoring belt detects high-risk positions and emits gentle vibrations to prompt you to turn onto your side. The belt is flexible, breathable, and can be worn directly on the body or over a t-shirt.
• The anti-snoring pillow made from memory foam is ergonomically designed to support the body and head in a side-sleeping position, helping reduce snoring

2. Nasal Dilator

The nasal dilator is a small device inserted into the nostrils to widen the nasal passage, promoting easier breathing and reducing the effort required to inhale. This can help prevent snoring, especially for individuals who have difficulty breathing through their nose or have narrow nasal valves.

As a complete solution, the dilator also reduces throat dryness and contributes to a more restful sleep.

3. Mandibular Advancement Device (MAD)

The mandibular advancement device is effective for both snoring and mild sleep apnea. It works by slightly advancing the lower jaw to free the airway behind the tongue, allowing air to flow more easily and reducing snoring.

This device consists of two thermoformable trays that adapt to your teeth, and an adjustable strap to set the desired jaw advancement. It's suitable for regular use or occasional use during travel (plane, train, etc.).

4. Electric Muscle Stimulator

Using electrical muscle stimulation (EMS), this small device is worn under the chin with an adhesive patch. When it detects snoring, it emits low-intensity impulses that stimulate the muscles to increase tone, helping to reduce or even stop snoring.

A major advantage of this product is its connectivity. It syncs via Bluetooth to a mobile app that tracks nightly data such as snoring duration, frequency, and sound level. The app also offers features like soothing music to fall asleep and a wake-up alarm.

Conclusion

There are now many more or less effective solutions to stop snoring. What matters most is understanding the underlying cause of your snoring to choose the right treatment.

We’ve presented 5 options, available in the Anti-Snoring section of our store. However, if your snoring is chronic, accompanied by restless sleep, frequent awakenings, choking sensations, or significantly impacts your daily life (fatigue, drowsiness), you may be suffering from sleep apnea. In that case, we strongly recommend seeing a specialist for proper diagnosis.