Showing posts with label snoring. Show all posts
Showing posts with label snoring. Show all posts
Snoozing Traveler
Its summer time! You are jetting off to some tropical paradise with the entire family for a well-deserved vacation. Too bad that 14 hour flight means 14 hours of restlessness. When are you going to get some sleep? As you well know, we are deeply concerned with your sleeping pattern, and so we thought we would give you some tips as to how to ACTUALLY sleep on an airplane, as opposed to driving yourself crazy with anxiety and sleeplessness.
Tip 1 Come prepared
Before you even board the plane, make sure you have all the essentials to fly to sleepy town. Pack in a carry on a set of pajamas or sweats, big socks or slippers, and a blanket from home. If you sleep with a mask or stuffed animal, bring that too. Anything that reminds you of your bed and sleeping arrangement at home will help. Also, make sure you buy a travel pillow; they will help you to sleep in the upright position.When you book your flight, if there is assigned seating pick a window seat. If not, try to get on the plane as quick as possible so you can pick your seat. The window seat not only allows you to prop up against the side, but it also sees far less traffic from other people moving around on the plane so you are less likely to be disturbed.
Tip 2 skip the sip
Now most people reach straight for the coffee when they reach the airport. Usually you have to start the day early on travel day and coffee just seems like a given. However, 86ing the coffee will keep you tired from your long day so you are more likely to fall asleep on the plane. Caffeine is a stimulant so it will make it harder for you to fall asleep, even after the initial java jolt wears off.
Tip 3 Don’t be that guy
What most people don’t think about is what happens when they are finally asleep. Since an airplane is very public, you want to make sure you are not doing anything embarrassing like snoring. No one wants to be FINALLY asleep just be woken up by angry or laughing passengers staring at you in annoyance;like this guy: http://youtu.be/ZH9JMlex9p8
We recommend bringing an anti-snoring device, like ZQuiet, on your trip. It is not some big bulky machine, it is simply a mouthpiece that fits inside your mouth and places your jaw slightly forward to allow more air to pass through your throat. No snoring means no annoyance and you and your fellow passengers will rest easier
When noise in the bedroom is not so hot.
There is a problem out there that threatens the livelihood of relationships everywhere. It takes over an individual and turns them into a torment to their loved one, tarnishing their love life and threatening their relationship as a whole. This common phenomenon happens in the dark of night and often comes without warning, when you just start to fall asleep. Now, what is this threatening disaster???! Yep, you guessed it…. The SNORING PARTNER!!!! Dun, dun, dun…. *cue Psycho themed music*
Although we know you love your significant other, we also understand that the consistent noise and frequent lapses in their breathing is annoying and stressful. As if worrying about your partner’s potential health risks wasn’t bad enough, you yourself is at great risk for developing health problems including insomnia, irritability, and even weight gain.
A study conducted in 1999 by the Mayo Clinic determined that partners sharing a bed with a chronic snoring individual wake up an average of 21 times an hour!! That is a lot!!! The snorers themselves wake up about 28 times an hour leaving the partner to basically endure and almost as restless night. When this happens night after night, the affects take their toll and both individuals suffer the consequences.
Snoring is so NOT romantic, so lucky for you, we have some tips and products to control your partner’s snoring and keep the noise in the bedroom for Valentine’s Day. ; )
Tip # 1 What’s up Doc??
Now the number one thing to do when snoring gets out of control is to see your doctor. The snoring may be caused by sleep apnea which is a serious condition that basically inhibits breathing during sleep, causing the affected to wake up to catch their breath, making the snoring sound. It is treatable, but vital that it is caught. Therefore, if your partner does have a big problem snoring, especially if they are overweight, see a doctor ASAP.
Tip #2 ZQuiet, a.k.a your lifesaver
If your snoring significant other does not have sleep apnea and is just a nosy sleeper, there is a product you can try. Now there are SO MANY products out there that claim to stop snoring. There are creams, nose strips, mouthpieces, and they all claim to work great. Chances are however, if you have ever taken some of these products home, the results are less than impressive. We wanted to bring you only the best so after reviewing many different kinds of remedies, the best and most effective anti-snoring devise on the market that we found is a mouthpiece called ZQuiet. Basically this comfortable mouthpiece is worn nightly and corrects the jaw position to allow a clearer and direct airway. The snoring is eliminated! That means no more sleeping in separate beds and waking up irritated and groggy. A link to ZQuiet is available below.
Tip # 3 What?? I can’t hear you!!!
If the mouthpiece doesn’t suit your bed partner’s fancy, there is something you yourself can try. It is not as recommended as the mouthpiece but it will get the job done. It sounds simple, but earplugs are being used quite often in relationships where one of the individuals snores. The soft pliable foam ones are recommended because they will cause the least discomfort. However, this should be a last resort because no one should have to wear earplugs just to get a good night’s sleep.
Please don’t resort to fleeing to another room to escape the monstrous noises coming from your partner!! There IS a way to maintain it. Whether you use ear plugs, ZQuiet, or get help from your Doc, it is important to get the assistance needed and to not let your relationship suffer. We hope you all have a great Valentine’s Day. Stay safe and happy snoozing!
Peace, love and a good nights sleep!!!
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