Each person snores occasionally but it is a problem if you are disturbing yourself, your sleep partner or your neighbors. Snoring stops sleep patterns which can cause to sleep deficit. The effects of sleep deficit can include low energy, foggy thinking and daytime sleepiness. The absence of oxygen flowing to the brain that occurs when someone snores can lead to diabetes, high blood pressure and stroke. - No to sleeping pills - Do not take sleeping pills, tranquilizers or any anti his