Winter air and indoor heating can dry out your nasal passages, leading to stuffy noses, snoring, and restless sleep . Allergies or sinus pressure may further narrow the airways, making it harder to breathe comfortably at night. How to Tell the Difference Nasal Congestion Snoring: Occasional, mild Waking tired: Sometimes Breathing: Blocked or stuffy nose Duration: Short-term (days–weeks) Sleep Apnea Snoring: Loud, irregular, with pauses Waking tired: Frequent, despite full sleep Breathing:...

Feeling dizzy or off balance  can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming. While occasional lightheadedness is normal, frequent episodes of spinning, unsteadiness, or vertigo  may indicate a problem in your inner ear or vestibular system the part of your body that helps maintain balance and spatial awareness. What Causes Vertigo and Dizziness Vertigo can occur when the inner ear’s balance mechanisms  are disrupted. Common causes include: Inner ear inflammation or infection  (such as...

Winter’s dry air and nasal congestion can make snoring worse — but when loud or irregular snoring disrupts your rest or breathing, it could point to sleep apnea . This condition causes brief pauses in breathing  throughout the night, reducing oxygen levels and leading to restless sleep, fatigue, and even long-term health risks. Not All Snoring Is the Same Simple snoring  is usually harmless — steady, occasional, and without pauses in breathing. But sleep apnea  involves loud, irregular...