India, March 16 -- Do you snore often? Sometimes it is shrugged off as a bad habit or mere annoyance, but it can actually indicate underlying health issues. Persistent snoring may be a sign of a condition that, if left untreated, could worsen and snowball into more serious problems. We asked Dr Nikhil Yadav, HOD- minimal access and robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi, about snoring and its health implications.ALSO READ: Acne to poor sleep: 7 signs your gut health is compromised and what to eat to improve it

He shared a condition that increases the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases if left unaddressed: "Persistent snoring and unrefreshing sleep are common early indicators of obesity-related obstructive sleep...