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Ruth Jones

A massive new study reveals how snoring is linked to accelerated heart aging — what we know and tips to stop

A man sleeping on his back with his mouth open snoring.

The drone of snoring is a common sound in many households, with an estimated 45% of the population snoring occasionally. However, disordered breathing at night carries more risk than you might realize.

Research published in npj Digital Medicine found that those who regularly snored or experienced sleep apnea had overall comparatively high levels of pulse wave velocity; a recognized signifier of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.

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