Study says snoring may lead to brain damage and early dementia

A latest study found that snoring could trigger cognitive decline leading to early dementia. The study was done by King's College London and it was published in the journal Frontiers in Sleep.

Scientists found that sleep apnea is the reason behind snoring and that cuts off blood and oxygen to the brain.

The research team gathered 27 men between the ages of 35 to 70, who were diagnosed with mild to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In the study, seven men were included who did not suffer from sleep apnea.

It was found that individuals with severe sleep apnea were less aware, less focused, had short-term memory issues and an inability to meet set goals in daily life. On the other hand, those who had mild sleep apnea had greater cognitive functions.