6 Foods To Help You Snore No More

1. Soy Milk

Soy milk is a better alternative to cow’s milk when it comes to lactose intolerance and snoring. The lactose sensitivity can cause an allergic reaction that can lead the nasal passages to swell, and therefore increase snoring. Moreover, dairy products like cow’s milk are very mucus-forming and can be the root of several respiratory ailments.

2.Tea

Teas can help reduce congestion and phlegm, and as a result, reduce snoring. The boiling water used to make the tea releases steam, which can alleviate nasal congestion upon inhalation. When drinking tea, the vapors coming from the herbs can soothe irritated nasal passages while thinning mucus and improving nasal drainage. Lorenzo recommends sipping on peppermint tea to reduce snoring, since mint is a natural decongestant.

3.Honey

A mix of tea and honey before bed can help reduce snoring by relaxing the throat. Honey has both antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce crowding around the larynx. A 2010 study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found honey can help fight infection and soothe inflamed membranes not only for a cold but for something going on in the throat or upper airways. A mixture of tea and honey before bed can relax the throat, reduce congestion and swelling, according to Lorenzo.

4.Turmeric

Poor sleep posture or abnormalities of the soft tissues in the throat can limit air flow through the nose and the mouth due to inflammation or narrowing of the airway. Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory characteristics are helpful in fighting inflammation, especially when it comes to snoring. Lisa Marie, founder of Garden of Flavor, who is also a certified holistic educator, explained to Medical Daily the active ingredient found in turmeric — curcumin — is an “antioxidant as well as a powerful anti-inflammatory fighting inflammation without harsh side effects and relieving pain safely and naturally.” She recommends Garden of Flavor's unique, organic, cold-pressed juice, Turmeric Tonic with Living Probiotics, to alleviate snoring.

5.Fish

The switch from red meat to fish can make a difference in getting a good night’s sleep when it comes to snoring. The saturated fat in red meat is known to inflame the nasal massages because it generates higher amounts of arachidonic acid, which consequently can generate an increase in Pg 2 class, meaning it can lead to swelling of the tissues in the throat and sinuses. In comparison, eating proteins like fish and legumes provide a protein source without increasing high amounts of Pg 2. “These fatty acids actually help reduce tissue inflammation,” Meehan said.

6.Onions

Onions can be deadly for aromatic breath but a life-saver for snoring problems. They are known to help reduce the symptoms of cold and flu. “Onions have anti-inflammatory and decongestant properties and can clear your nasal passages to allow more air to pass through,” Lorenzo said.