The Silence e-booklet

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1 The Silence e-booklet What causes snoring? Who is affected? How to treat snoring? What is Silence? Frequently Asked Questions Contact us Where to buy Silence?

2 What causes snoring? Just about everyone snores occasionally, but if snoring happens frequently it can affect the quality and quantity of your sleep and that of other family members. Snoring can lead to poor sleep and daytime fatigue, irritability and increased health problems. If your snoring keeps your partner awake, it can also cause major relationship problems. Thankfully sleeping in separate rooms isn t the only remedy for snoring. There are many other effective solutions available such as Silence. Snoring is a common condition caused by vibration of the soft palate and throat tissues due to air turbulence whilst inhaling. During sleep the muscles and tissues of the throat relax, which can obstruct the airways. Some of the most common causes of snoring are: Age As you reach middle age and beyond, your throat becomes narrower and the muscle tone in your throat decreases. The way you re built Men have narrower air passages than women and are more likely to snore. A narrow throat, a cleft palate, enlarged adenoids, and other physical attributes that contribute to snoring are often hereditary. Nasal and Sinus problems Blocked airways make inhalation difficult, and create a vacuum in the throat, leading to snoring. Being overweight or out of shape - Fatty tissue and poor muscle tone contribute to snoring. Alcohol, smoking and medications Alcohol intake, smoking and certain medications can increase muscle relaxation leading to more snoring. Sleep posture Sleeping flat on your back causes the flesh of your throat to relax and block the airway.

3 Who is affected? Snoring is known to cause sleep deprivation to snorers and those around them, as well as daytime drowsiness, irritability, lack of focus and decreased libido. It has also been suggested that it can cause significant psychological and social damage to sufferers. Though snoring is often considered a minor affliction, snorers can sometimes suffer severe impairment of lifestyle. How to treat snoring? Almost all treatment for snoring revolve around clearing the blockage in the breathing passage. This is the reason snorers are advised to lose weight (to stop fat pressing on the throat), stop smoking (smoking weakens and clogs the throat), and to sleep on their side (to prevent the tongue from blocking the throat). A number of other treatments options are also available, ranging from over the counter aids such as nasal sprays, nasal strips or nose clips, lubricating throat sprays (such as Silence), and anti-snoring clothing and pillows, to such unusual activities as playing the didgeridoo.

4 What is Silence? Silence is an anti-snoring throat spray. A diffuser nozzle delivers a mint/tangerine flavoured muco-adhesive mousse that coats the throat tissues and lubricates the mucosa walls. It covers and lubricates the throat to reduce tissue vibration generated from breathing. Silence works to reduce snoring in three ways: Coating and lubricating the throat tissues. Rosa canina (dry extract, rose hip) promotes tonicity of the throat tissues. Unique bio-adhesive formula that adheres to the lining of the throat.

5 Frequently Asked Questions What is snoring? Snoring is a common condition. It is generally caused by vibration of the soft palate and other throat tissue due to air turbulence upon inhaling. During sleep, the muscle and other tissues in the throat relax and can obstruct the airway. Can Silence treat sleep apnoea? Silence is not a treatment of sleep apnoea. If you suspect you have sleep apnoea, you should consult your doctor. Is Silence suitable for asthmatics? No, Silence is not suitable for asthmatics. I am allergic to peanuts, can I use Silence? Silence contains soya oil. If you are allergic to peanuts or soya, do not use this product. Contact Us Silence is part of the Omega Pharma range of products To find out more about our range of products, please visit:

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