Sleep on your side, especially your left side.
Use pillows or a barrier behind your back.
Elevate the head of your bed by 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 inches).
Consult a sleep specialist if you experience loud snoring or breathing pauses.
2. Using sleeping pills: a dangerous trap
Many people turn to sleeping pills seeking rest, but certain drugs can drastically worsen nighttime breathing.
Benzodiazepines and hypnotics:
Depress the nervous system.
Prolong breathing pauses.
Reduce the brain’s ability to react to a lack of oxygen.
