How the AIR in your home might be to blame for your partner’s snoring

IF you’re constantly having a rubbish night’s sleep due to your partner’s snoring – then it might not actually be their fault.

The air in your home could be the reason you wake up bleary-eyed each day.

Around two billion people across the world snore and it’s an issue that is thought to occur in more men than women.

Snoring can sometimes be down to lifestyle choices – and we’ve all watched someone snoring away after a big roast dinner or a few too many drinks.

While it’s true that these things will lead to snoring, experts have also warned that pollution in your home could be having an impact.

David McDonnald, founder of Filter King, said the quality of the air you breathe could make a big difference.

“If you’re experiencing breathing issues during the night, there are a number of simple steps you can take to increase your breathing quality and ensure a better night’s sleep.

“Cleaning your home regularly, introducing houseplants and monitoring the temperature around you are just a few factors to consider.

“After all, we all want a good night’s sleep so it’s important we do all we can to achieve this”, he explained.

Here David highlights the five things you can do that will help.

1. Only smoke outdoors

David highlighted that smoking is one of the biggest factors which contributes towards breathing problems, whether you’re a smoker or not.

He added: “Being around second-hand smoke can still impact the quality of air around you and your breathing.

“With this in mind, smoking should only take place outdoors, to leave indoor air as clean as possible.”

2. Buy a houseplant

It might mean you have to look after and feed something other than yourself, but David said that houseplants have an abundance of benefits and will help purify the air around you.

“Plants can give off large amounts of oxygen, which will have a positive impact on your breathing, as well as adding a decorative appearance to your home”, he said.

3. Clean air filters

Increased air pollution has been linked to breathing problems during sleep.

David said it’s important to make sure the air around you is filtered and as clean as possible.

“Clean your air filters as regularly as possible, as this will allow you to breathe better throughout the night”, he added.

4. Eliminate allergens

While having filters and making sure they are clean will also help towards you having cleaner air at home, it’s also important you keep your home clean to reduce the amount of allergens and bacteria that is being produced.

“By simply hoovering and cleaning the surfaces around you, this will reduce your chances of breathing difficulties in the night and lower the chances of you snoring”, David said.

5. Keep a constant temperature

Studies have suggested that when temperatures increase, specifically during the warmer months, your breathing during sleep will be affected.

Medical experts have recommended that you sleep in temperatures of around 65℉ (18.3C), as this will reduce your chances of breathing problems.