Can drinking too much alcohol cause snoring?

About half of the population snore from time to time, it’s usually due to relaxed tissues in the throat which vibrates during the act of breathing, and can be affected by our general health and weight. It is usually your partner, roommate or a family member who will tell you that you snore.

Some of the causes for snoring include:

• Stuffy nose (nasal congestion )
  
• If you sleep on your back
  
• Shape of your mouth and you may be born with these issues or could have resulted from an injury
  
• If you are over weight
  
• Consuming too much alcohol
  
• Some medications can relax the muscles in the throat
  
• Sleep apnea this condition stops your breathing momentarily and signs can be dry mouth, tiredness, headaches and sore throat. It is linked to high blood pressure and heart disease.  Consult your Doctor as soon as possible who may refer you to a specialist.
  

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