How and why do we snore?

   Unfortunately for those subjected to it, snoring is one 

of the loudest noises a human can make. Noise levels of 

up to 92 decibels have been recorded, and worse still 

it's an automatic version of the noise we use to infer 

derision or to imitate swine.

The physiology of snoring, what is happening is actually 

quite simple. Snoring occurs when the air passages in 

our nose or throat are slightly blocked. This causes 

vibration in the soft palate and the uvula which you can 

see dangling down the back of your throat (those aren't 

in fact your tonsils).

A number of factors can cause air blockage: sleeping at 

the wrong angle, or taking too many relaxants prior to 

sleeping. Or to put that another way. going to bed drunk,

so take note.