Why Do Some People Snore More Than Others?

Snoring happens when air can't move easily through the nose or mouth while you sleep. Imagine trying to breathe through a narrow straw, it makes a noisy sound. Some people have narrower passageways, so their breathing sounds louder at night. This is why some people snore more than others.

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  1. A man who drinks wine every night snores louder than his wife because alcohol makes his throat muscles relax more.
  2. Children with big tonsils often snore loudly when they sleep.
  3. A person who sleeps on their back may snore more because gravity pulls their tongue backward.

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