Figures Survey: Most Snorers Rank Above Seven on Snore Richter Scale @ (NAPSA)-—Snorting, gasping, whistling and wheezing might be neises common at the zoo, but when it happens in the bedroom, it’s called snoring andit’s hardly music to the ears, according to a new survey. More than 80 milhon Americans snore—and the survey showstheir snoring is considered loud at best and ear-splitting at worst. More than half of snorers and their bed partners both rated the average loudness of the snormg as a seven or above on a scale of one to 10. Forty-six percent of respondents described the snoring as Soud enough to wake someone from their sleep,” forcing 41 percent of “sufferers” to sleep in a different room. “Snoring is a commen problem, but it’s alse a medical condition that should not be ignored,” said Jeffrey Hausfeld, M.D., medical director of the Washington Center for Laser Medicine and author of Dont Snore Anymore: Your Complete Guide to a Quiet Night’s Sleep. “Tn fact, studies show that snoring not only disrupts sleep, it can lead to an increased risk of accidents. And snoring is sometimes linked to sleep apnea, a serious medical condition.” What's the source of all this snoring? For many snorers, their noses are the cause, while others have their throat—-or both-—-to blame for this nightly nuisance. In order to provide a selution to all types of snoring, CNS, Inc., makers of Breathe Right nasal strips, is introducing a throat spray. Drug-free Breathe Right nasal strips, which reduce snoring by opening congested nasal passages, already are the #1 selation for snoring relief, according to AC Nielsen. Now, for people whose snoring is primarily related to throat issues, there’s new Breath gas Right Snore Rehef™ throat spray. The drug-free throat sprayis elini‘ally proven to reduce the loudness, frequency and duration of snoring by combining natural oils that lubricate the throat with a natural astringent that temporarily helps firm leose tissue to reduce vibrations and lessen noise. Research shows that by using Breathe Right nasal strips or Snore Relief throat spray, or both producis together, up to 85 percent of snorers can get relief. Both products are clinically proven to improve the quality of sleep for both the snorer-—and those around them. Dr. Hausfeld offers the following advice to help treat you or your significant snorer: Watch your weight and quit smoking. In addition to increasing the likelihood of snoring, being overweight and smoking are serious risks to overall health. Avoid consuming alcohol before bed. Alcohol causes throat muscles to relax, which can constrict air passages. (Almost 11 percent of “sufferers” attributed their partners’ snoring to alechol consumption. } if an illness, cold or allergies 1S Causing your snoring, try a nasal strip. The strip works by opening your nose, so you clase your mouth and don’t snore. * For snoring caused by loose, vibrating threat tissue, try drugfree Breathe Right Snore Relief threat spray, an over-the-counter remedy that’s proven to reduce snoring loudness and frequency. * See your doctor if snoring is a constant problem. If your snorimg doesn’t pose a serious health risk, solutions like Breathe Right nasal strips or Snore Relief throat spray mayoffer a safe, drug-free solution. These products allow you to breathe better during the night, which leads to sleeping better and feeling better the next day. Who has the loudest snore? The Guinness Book of World Records lists Melvin Switzer of South Harapton, England, as the record holder for the loudest snore. At 92 decibeis, Switzer’s snore could be compared to the roar of heavytraffic at a busy intersection and louder than the US. limit for noise allowed in the workplace. The snoring experts at CNS are convinced that somewhere in America there’s a snorer whe can set a new world record, and are seeking entrants in Breathe Right’s “Search for America’s Loudest: Snorer” contest to find out. Whether you're a snorer yourself or try to sleep next to one each night, enter by calling 1-866YOU-SNORE to record the snoring offender in action, or snorers themselves can leave a “confession” about their snoring woes. You can alse enter via e-mail at yousnore@breatheright.com or by writing to: Breathe Right’s “Search for America’s Loudest Snorer” Contest, c/o L. Hawkins, 676 North St. Clair, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611 through Dec. 31, 2062. E-mail or mail-in entries must include a written description (40 words or less} or an audio chp (15 seconds or Jess) of the snore. One grand-prize winner will receive a future of silent shumber, including a year’s supply of Breathe Right products, a $10,000 bedroom makeover and a trip for two to Super Bowl XXXVIT. All callers will receive a coupon goad toward the purchase of the new threat spray. Breathe Right Snore Relief throat spray will be available at mass merchandise retailers, drug- stores and supermarkets nation- wide. For more information, visit www.breatheright.com.
