Starting to snore

Could it be harmless? Yes No ANSWER: Yes, it’s normal as you get older. ‘With age, the soft palate tissue becomes longer, thicker and looser, vibrating more with the airflow linked to our natural breathing,’ explains Professor Yves Kamami. Cut back on alcohol, avoid smoking and spicy food, sleep on your side and lose weight if you need to. Sometimes, however, snoring can be a sign of an underlying condition, such as obstructive sleep apnoea, so talk to your GP if you have other symptoms, too.