Snoring is produced by the vibration of the soft tissues at the back of the mouth. Although often considered a trivial problem, snoring can be a nuisance to others and interfere with their sleep. Very loud snoring can also be an early symptom of sleep apnea. This condition is most common in children and adults, especially men, between the ages of 40 and 60. The vibration of the soft palate may be caused by a blockage or narrowing of the nasopharynx (the passageway connecting the back of the nose to the pharynx). 1, If you are overweight, it may make the nasopharynx less accessible. 2.When you sleep on your back, the nasopharynx is more likely to be partially blocked, thus snoring will be worse. 3.Other causes of snoring include narrowing of the nasopharynx due to loosening or swelling of the tissues of the soft palate. Drinking alcohol or taking tranquilizers may cause the soft palate to relax. Irritation of the soft palate from pharyngeal infections or smoking can cause swelling of the soft palate. Localized congestion of the nasal cavity caused by the common cold can also cause snoring. 4.Sometimes, anatomical abnormalities, such as deviated nasal septum, can also be accompanied by snoring. 5, Snoring in children is usually caused by enlarged tonsils and adenoids. If you have other symptoms, such as daytime sleepiness or lack of concentration, you should seek medical attention to determine if you have sleep apnea. Otherwise, taking the following self-help measures may enable you to reduce your snoring. You can force yourself to change your sleeping position to prevent snoring, such as sewing a small object such as a ping pong ball to the back of your pajamas to make sleeping on your back uncomfortable. If you are overweight, you need to lose weight. You should also stop smoking, cut down on alcohol, as well as avoid taking sedative drugs or drinking alcohol before bed.