Estimated reading time: 7 mins  Ever heard of the “silent killer”? High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common condition that is often symptomless. And the bad news is, it can be deadly. When left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to life-threatening problems such as a heart attack, heart failure and stroke.    What is hypertension?  High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects around a third of adults in the UK. Blood pressure is the term used to describe the strength with which your blood pushes on the sides of your arteries as it’s pumped around your ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 mins. It’s a scene familiar to many: you wake up in the morning, and blearily open your eyes. What impact is snoring going to have on your day today? Another round of arguing with your sleep deprived partner? A full day of naps? Snoring is seen as harmless by many – but it could be a sign of OSA. And when it’s left untreated, it can be dangerous. With snorers three times as likely to suffer health issues compared to non-snorers, there’s a whole host of problems attached to this night-time habit. What is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)? Lots of people snore. Often, it ..read more

Weight gain is just one of the factors than can cause snoring. Unfortunately, it’s often a vicious circle –  gaining weight can lead to snoring, and snoring can lead to you piling on the pounds.   Does being overweight make you snore?  You can gain weight in many places all over your body. However, if fat builds in certain areas, it can increase your chances of snoring.   Neck fat directly compresses the upper airway   When you lie down, excess weight around your neck can narrow your airway, causing you to snore.   If you have a larger neck siz ..read more

You may be reading this because congestion causes you to snore. Or maybe you’re looking to try a different snoring relief product. We’re excited to share that a new product is joining our range – the Snoreeze Nasal Dilator. So how can a dilator help combat your night-time noise? Snoring with congestion First of all, nasal dilators are designed to target snoring caused by a blocked nose, cold, or allergies. When nasal tissue swells during a cold (or allergic reaction), the airflow through the nose becomes blocked or restricted. This congestion narrows your airway, forcing the air you breathe to ..read more

Even though 25% of people snore on a regular basis, it’s often a problem not discussed due to embarrassment. As a result, you may have a long list of questions. But don’t worry – we’re here to answer the most common questions about snoring. Before you know it, you’ll be an expert on night-time noise. What is snoring? Are snoring and sleep apnoea the same thing? Does snoring get worse with age? Does snoring make you tired? Can snoring cause high blood pressure? Does snoring cause a sore throat? How can snoring affect relationships? Will snoring stop after pregnancy? How can I stop snoring? A ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 mins  As the weather gets warmer and daylight lasts longer, most people welcome these changes with open arms. For hay fever sufferers, this usually isn’t the case. Affecting around 13 million people in the UK, hay fever can negatively impact someone’s life for weeks – if not months – at a time. And because it can get worse at night-time thanks to pollen becoming trapped indoors (and even certain food and drink exacerbating symptoms), hay fever may cause you to snore.   What is hay fever?  Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen. Pollen is a powdery ..read more

Estimated reading time: 7 mins  Ever heard of the “silent killer”? High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common condition that is often symptomless. And the bad news is, it can be deadly. When left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to life-threatening problems such as a heart attack, heart failure and stroke.   As Tuesday 17th May marks World Hypertension Day 2022, we’re taking a look at how obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) sufferers may be at risk.   What is hypertension?  High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects around a third of adults in the U ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 mins. It’s a scene familiar to many: you wake up in the morning, and blearily open your eyes. What impact is snoring going to have on your day today? Another round of arguing with your sleep deprived partner? A full day of naps? Snoring is seen as harmless by many – but it could be a sign of OSA. And when it’s left untreated, it can be dangerous. With snorers three times as likely to suffer health issues compared to non-snorers, there’s a whole host of problems attached to this night-time habit. For National Stop Snoring Week 2022, we’re focusing on the benefits of d ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 mins. It’s a scene familiar to many: you wake up in the morning, and blearily open your eyes. What impact is snoring going to have on your day today? Another round of arguing with your sleep deprived partner? A full day of naps? Snoring is seen as harmless by many – but it could be a sign of OSA. And when it’s left untreated, it can be dangerous. With snorers three times as likely to suffer health issues compared to non-snorers, there’s a whole host of problems attached to this night-time habit. For National Stop Snoring Week 2022, we’re focusing on the benefits of d ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 mins  As the weather gets warmer and daylight lasts longer, most people welcome these changes with open arms. For hay fever sufferers, this usually isn’t the case. Affecting around 13 million people in the UK, hay fever can negatively impact someone’s life for weeks – if not months – at a time. And because it can get worse at night-time thanks to pollen becoming trapped indoors (and even certain food and drink exacerbating symptoms), hay fever may cause you to snore.   What is hay fever?  Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen. Pollen is a powdery ..read more