The immediate effects of sleep deprivation are obvious—it’s hard to keep our eyes open, our thinking feels slower, and we pay less attention. The impact of chronic sleep deprivation is more subtle and severe and can lead to issues such as diabetes or weight gain. We’ve all had a night of inadequate sleep or no …
Couples, chronic pain sufferers, and those who like the bounce of an innerspring bed can all enjoy the feel of a hybrid mattress. The best hybrid mattresses keep the sleeper cool and contour to relieve pressure and offer full-body support. In this guide, we will evaluate a hybrid’s construction and it’s pros and cons. We …
Finding the right mattress can be a hassle if you go to a mattress store. You lie around on different mattresses to find what’s right for you, and if you’re a thorough shopper you probably do this at two or three different mattress stores. Nowadays, the process can be simplified by online shopping. And with online …
For something we sleep on every night, how much thought do we put into choosing a new pillow? While you can easily pick up pillows at your local department store, what you find there may not be the best pillow for you. The wrong pillow can leave you groggy and sore the next morning, so it’s …
You can buy almost anything online nowadays, including a new mattress. It used to be you would have to do your mattress shopping in a store or even visit multiple stores, going from bed to bed in a search for one that was just right. But now you can do your shopping from home or out …
Memory foam and latex mattresses are often compared to each other, as they’re both layered foam beds that adjust to a sleeper’s body. Memory foam is more affordable, while latex is more durable; however, memory foam can retain body heat, but latex mattresses are heavy and awkward to move. We’ll learn what memory foam and …
Hunting for a new mattress can be a daunting task. There are so many choices on the market and so much to consider before you buy. One thing to consider is the age of your mattress. A good mattress should last you at least six or seven years, and with care and quality materials it …
There are many potential factors behind a case of chronic back pain—poor posture, muscle strain, obesity, stress, and various medical conditions. And your mattress can influence whether you start the day with more or less pain than you had when you fell asleep. In this guide, we outline how to find the best mattresses for …
These days, most products are made through chemical processes to increase durability and keep prices low. Synthetic materials are known to emit gasses, which prompts the question, “are these products safe?” Since we spend a third of our lives asleep, memory foam mattresses are among the products most widely discussed in terms of safety. While …
Side sleeping is the most common sleeping position. It offers many health benefits but comes with some unique challenges, as well. A quality mattress for a side sleeper addresses these difficulties and promotes a good night of sleep. We made this guide to help side sleepers know what they should look for in the right mattress. …
