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Conch Blowing Reduces Sleep Apnoea Symptoms by 34%

8/14/2025

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Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) impacts around 10 million individuals in the UK, heightening the risk of serious health problems like heart disease. A groundbreaking study from India revealed that conch blowing can cut daytime sleepiness by 34% and lessen OSA episodes, potentially providing a natural alternative to traditional CPAP machines by strengthening upper airway muscles.

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Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) impacts around 10 million individuals in the UK, heightening the risk of serious health problems like heart disease. A groundbreaking study from India revealed that conch blowing can cut daytime sleepiness by 34% and lessen OSA episodes, potentially providing a natural alternative to traditional CPAP machines by strengthening upper airway muscles.