You snore, you have insomnia and you are driving your partner nuts! You need to look at one of the new sleep apnea pillows that are available today.
Don't you want to sleep better? You will have better health and have more energy during the day if you are sleeping better.
Sleep apnea is a condition that affects more and more people today.
Because we are all getting older and heavier - the soft palette and neck muscles relax while we sleep and block our airway- causing snoring and cutting off the supply of oxygen.
So how can a pillow help? Snoring pillows are designed with a outside cover around a comforting, supportive foam core that aligns the head and neck properly to keep your air way open during sleep.
The closing of this airway is what causes snoring and sleep apnea.
What about chin straps and sprays? Well, they can certainly help, but the straps can be uncomfortable, unattractive and a big hassle.
Throat sprays sting and taste terrible.
While you should see a doctor if you stop breathing for long periods at night or wake gasping for air; the rest of us who just have milder symptoms can get buy with a simpler solution like a snore pillow or a sleep apnea pillow, as they are sometimes called.
Anti-snore pillows work and they don't require you to give up your comfort.
They even help you sleep on your side - a proven way to reduce snoring.
Here are some tips when looking for a good sleep apnea pillow: Comfortable cover - your pillow should be soft as down on the outside - there is no point in buying a hard, uncomfortable shore pillow.
Washable - make sure you have a pillow that can be washed regularly.
This will keep the pillow clean and reduce allergens and dust that can contribute to snoring.
Safe- meets all local fire retardant standards.
Effective - make sure your pillow is specially designed for apnea sleepers and snorers.
The pillow should have a contoured section to support your head and neck properly.
Hypoallergenic - make sure your pillow is made of hypoallergenic fibers and foam - many people are irritated by the foam rubber in some cheaper pillows.
If you have severe sleep apnea - see a doctor right away.
But if you are a mild snorer and want some relief, one of these pillows will make your life much more comfortable and will have the benefit of making your mate sleep better, too.