Are you tired of waking up with back pain every day? Then an adjustable bed frame may be the perfect solution for you. Adjusting your bed so that both your head and feet have the right amount of surface to rest on, you’ll be able to properly support your spine. This can help to alleviate pressure on your sciatic nerve, which can help to ease back pain. Chronic health issues that can cause massive amounts of pain, such as sciatica, can be improved and greatly diminished when using an adjustable bed frame. Simply adjusting your head to a 45 degree angle and raising the feet can be enough to alleviate tons of pressure from the spine.
For those who live with a sleeping disorder, or those living with someone with a sleeping disorder, you understand how stressful just getting a good night’s sleep can be. Snoring, asthma, and sleep apnea are all chronic conditions that can make it difficult for those affected and those living with them. Snoring usually occurs when someone is lying flat. This causes the neck to put added weight on the windpipe, which then creates the snoring noises we’re all accustomed to. Using an adjustable bed frame can help reduce the weight on the windpipe while also helping to reduce breathing problems caused by asthma and sleep apnea. Simply raise the head to help your body breathe easier at night.
If you’re constantly regretting those late night snacks, or you’re just simply tired of waking up with debilitating acid reflux, then you may want to consider investing in an adjustable bed frame. When you sleep on a flat mattress, stomach acids can move into your esophagus, which results in acid reflux and heartburn when you wake up. Whether you eat right before bed or not, you can still wake up with different severities of acid reflux and heartburn. Using an adjustable bed frame can help reduce these digestive issues from happening by simply raising your head up to eight inches. This can even help improve your overall digestion as you sleep, helping you feel happy and healthy when you wake up.
One of the most debilitating sleeping disorders there is, insomnia can be incredibly frustrating to try and live with. Those with insomnia are always trying to find a new and better way to get to sleep. No matter what kind of insomnia you’re living with, an adjustable bed frame can be the solution you’ve been looking for. With numerous positions to choose from, you can find the perfect angle you need to get to sleep each and every night. An adjustable bed frame can also help improve circulation, which may just be exactly what you need to stop the endless nights of tossing and turning to find the perfect position.
Edema, which is the swelling of the legs caused by fluid retention, can occur in pregnant women, those recovering from injury, or those suffering from illness. Not only is this condition extremely uncomfortable, but it can also cause those suffering from it to have a hard time getting to sleep. Similarly, different forms of joint pain can be caused from swelling or inflammation of tissue. One of the best ways to help combat swelling in the legs and lower joints is to elevate your legs above the level of your heart. An adjustable bed is the best way to help reduce swelling for those that need to be confined to a sitting or lying position.
For some people, their bed can cause much more stress in their lives than just chronic back and neck pain. If you’re in constant pain, chances are that intimacy isn’t very high on your list of things to do. This can cause major stress in many aspects of your life, including mental, emotional, and social health. With traditional flat bed frames, both partners had to remain in the same flat position throughout the entire night. Now, with an adjustable bed frame, couples can adjust their bed in ways that help them sleep throughout the night. Not only can this help reduce back and neck pain, but it can also help couples wake up feeling relaxed, refreshed, and invigorated.
Here at Crave, we now provide some of the best adjustable bed frames around with our Premium Adjustable Base. Each one allows you to arrange your bed in a way that’s comfortable for you. Modify your bed frame with the wireless remote to find the perfect position without having to get up. Learn more about our Premium Adjustable Base, view all of our mattresses online to find the best one for you, or learn more about our 100 night trial on all of our premium mattresses.
]]>Do you constantly wake up in the middle of the night or half an hour before your alarm is supposed to go off? Unfortunately, you aren’t alone. A lot of people go through the same thing. But the good new is that there are ways to help you get those eight or more hours a night without having to take sleep medication, and it all starts with the room you sleep in. At CRaVE, the best online mattress company established right here in the USA, we know a thing or two about good sleep. Keep reading to find out how to decorate your bedroom for a better night’s sleep.
When it comes to sleep, darkness is your ally. When it comes to getting that really good sleep that makes you feel rested and rejuvenated, known as REM or rapid eye movement, your body needs the room to be dark. Now we’re not saying lock yourself in a coffin and go full vampire especially if you’re claustrophobic or love to eat garlic, but you will want your sleeping chamber to be as dark as possible. However, in our advanced day and age, getting a room dark enough to sleep in can be difficult, especially with light producing objects like televisions, computers, phones, and digital clocks, which all contribute to lighting the way straight to ‘team no sleep’.
Blackout curtains are a great way to make any room pitch black and perfect for a long night’s rest. Putting phones away in a night stand or not even bringing them to bed is a great way to help darken your room. Hiding TVs and computers in armoires, roll top desks, or another room can help bring darkness into your sleeping quarters. Ditching the ominous, red glowing digital clock for an old fashioned alarm clock will add a retro look to your room while also getting rid of that glaring ruby beacon that used to keep you up at night.
Ever try sleeping in a sauna? Not one of those relaxing saunas. We’re talking about the kind where the air feels like you’re breathing in warm soup, and you can’t get comfortable no matter what position you try. The opposite can also be a factor as no one likes to sleep in an arctic tundra in just their underwear and a thin blanket.
Finding that right temperature balance is the key to obtaining the perfect night’s sleep. Use as many or as little blankets that will make you comfortable. Adjust your thermostat to find the sweet spot that helps you sleep the entire night. Get a fan and open a window at night to let cool air in or make sure all of your windows are properly sealed during the colder months to prevent the elements from getting in. Portable heaters can also be used in the winter to help get you warm and cozy for bedtime. Thick curtains and special window treatments are also great means of insulating your room.
If you’re having a really hard time sleeping through the night and you’re looking for a good excuse to give your bedroom a makeover, then redoing your room may be your best option. First off, make sure your room is clean and tidy. A cluttered room can cause stress and anxiety which, when left unchecked, can lead to abnormal sleeping behaviors. Get rid of anything in your room you feel you no longer need or have or use, or simply move it to another, more open room if you really want to keep it. Remove anything in your room or house that may be causing you anxiety.
If the walls of your room are boring beige or a striking scarlet, consider painting your room a nice calming blue or an easy going grey to help you get better sleep. Set up your bed and other furniture in a different layout to make your room feel more open. Design your room the way you want to make it feel more welcoming to you. Use soothing smells like eucalyptus, chamomile, and vanilla in a diffuser to relax at night. Or get a soothing sound machine that plays noises like whale calls, chirping crickets, or the ocean.
If it’s your mattress that’s keeping you up at night, then it may be time to switch to the best spring mattress hybrid found only at CRaVE. Shop mattresses in our inventory, read reviews about CRaVE that our highly satisfied customers have left, or contact CRaVE to get more info!
Sleep is a precious thing. Not only does it help us relax, but it also helps our bodies recharge and heal. However, when you’re pregnant, sleep can sometimes be hard to come by. Tossing and turning, uncomfortable positions, and constant bathroom visits can make night time a difficult time. The experts at CRaVE have made this blog to help all women in any stage of pregnancy get a good night’s sleep. Keep reading further to see the best sleeping tips for pregnant women.
Exercise
Now it may not always be the easiest, or highly recommended, activity to do the further along you are in your pregnancy, but even a simple walk around the block can do wonders for you while pregnant. Exercise helps increase cardiovascular health, circulation, and can help build muscle. Increased circulation will help reduce nighttime leg cramps, more muscle benefits women battling a big belly, and cardiovascular health helps benefit your whole body as it makes sure every cell gets a proper portion of oxygen. Just make sure you don’t do it too close to bedtime. Exercise releases adrenaline, which will keep you up even longer during the night.
Minimize Stress
We get it, your body is changing and now you can’t do or enjoy most of the things you loved before you were pregnant. Sometimes reducing stress is nearly impossible as it can be affected by outside forces. Though you may not be able to control everything that happens around you, you can control your stress levels. If you find yourself to be stressed out by a certain situation, remove yourself from the hostel environment and practice breathing exercises. Take a warm bubble bath with some scented oils to help you relax. Talk to friends, family, or coworkers to help get that stress off of your shoulders. Watch a funny movie with your significant other, or treat yourself to your favorite dessert. Reduce your stress levels and come bedtime, you’ll be sleeping like a baby. Or like how you hope your baby will be sleeping.
Sleeping Position
After about 20 weeks, stomach sleepers will no longer be able to partake in their favorite sleeping position. Laying flat on your back may not be the best position for you either as you may develop back problems, especially if your mattress isn’t up to the task of supporting you and your baby. Instead, lay on your left side. This will increase blood flow to the fetus as well as your organs. You can always add pillows under your knee and stomach for added support.
If your mattress is in fact not up to par, view our collection of some of the comfiest mattresses you’ll find anywhere. We have the perfect mattress for anyone’s sleeping style and comfort, from firm to ultra plush.
Know When To Eat What
Before you were pregnant, you could go through an entire basket of hot wings and sleep soundly through the night. But now, you even look at a pepper and you get heartburn at the same time every night. Though the cravings may be too much to handle sometimes, try to avoid spicy, acidic, and fried foods at night. All of these are known to cause heartburn and acid reflux, especially in pregnant women. But if you can’t resist a basket of jalapeno poppers dipped in salsa, just make sure to have some antacids on hand just in case.
If chronic heartburn or acid reflux is a problem for you and you don’t eat these types of foods, there are a few things you can try to alleviate the problem. For instance, don’t recline after eating a meal for at least an hour. If the symptoms are worse at night, try sleeping with your head elevated. If the problems persist, you may want to talk to your doctor to get to the root of the problem. Nausea can be combated with foods like saltines. Well balanced diets are highly recommended and benefit both you and your baby.
Everyone here at CRaVE hopes this blog has helped. If you’re in need of a new mattress, you’re sure to find the comfiest mattress here at CRaVE. Read reviews about our great mattresses, or contact us today to answer any questions you may have about our company.
Recently, the founder and creative director of CRaVE mattresses, Kathy Grigg, sat down with Tuck, a company devoted to bringing people evidence-based information about sleep as well as unbiased mattress reviews. The two talked about CRaVE’s history, what makes us different from other online mattress companies, and where Grigg sees the future of mattress purchasing and delivery heading. Let’s highlight a few of the bigger talking points in today’s blog post.
Most people know the history of mattress companies. For decades, they were manufactured by the mattress company and then sold in third-party stores. For Kathy Grigg and her husband, that same model was theirs for about 25 years. “We were producing about 1,200 pieces (mattresses and foundations) a day and selling to some of the largest retailers in the United States,” Grigg told Tuck. This is what helps set CRaVE apart from other online mattress companies: years of experience and knowledge about mattresses. With some of the most experienced owners and founders, CRaVE sets itself apart from the rest and offers some of the most comfortable mattresses sent right to your doorstep.
Tuck also asked about our company name and how we came up with it. After coming up with and using a complex algorithm, our founder Kathy Grigg explains how our team came up with the name CRaVE, “I wish I could say there was a great story behind our name. We wanted something short and catchy. We put up names on a whiteboard and by process of elimination CRaVE rose to the top.”
Every CRaVE mattress is 100 percent American-made and all of the materials are locally sourced within 200 miles of our North Carolina manufacturing facility. All of our products are eco-friendly and will help support you throughout the night, giving you the best night’s sleep you’ve ever had. Kathy Grigg also notes the fact that CRaVE is one of the only boxed mattress companies that offers foam as well as hybrid and memory foam as well as innerspring mattresses that are shipped to your front door. “Pocketed coil innersprings work together to provide the ultimate comfort and superior support,” explains Grigg while talking about the benefits a hybrid mattress offers. Other “bed in a box companies” only offer foam as it’s easier to decompress and fit in a box. But at CRaVE, we go above and beyond to not only make it more convenient to buy a mattress, but to also get a great one at a reasonable price.
Like most innovative products and means, shippable boxed mattresses are the latest craze in a never-ending line of crazes. Like most trends, bandwagon companies and marketers pop up to try and make a quick profit. In the long run, Grigg sees most of these bandwagon companies eventually fizzling out as people realize their products can’t compete with that of real online mattress companies that sell high-quality products. “The cream always rises and in 2 to 3 years there will be much fewer survivors. Those that offer a quality product are honest, knowledgeable, and transparent will survive,” explains Grigg. She believes it will take a little time since underqualified companies can use ads and social media to push their brand, but eventually only the best online mattress companies will stand out.
The founder of CRaVE also touched on a bold prediction she had heard about at a conference. She explains that the “bed in a box” idea was a “disruptor in an industry that was ripe for disrupting,” suggesting that it was finally time for the mattress industry to change how products were purchased and obtained. “...I heard a prediction that in 5 years, all mattresses will be sold compressed,” Grigg noted, describing what she learned at the conference.
If you would like to read the entire interview between Tuck and our very own Kathy Grigg, click here! You can also read Tuck’s review about CRaVE and all of our mattresses. If you’d like to learn more about the best place to buy a mattress online, view the full history behind CRaVE Mattress, read reviews made by our satisfied customers, or contact us today to answer any questions you may have about our products.
Online shopping has revolutionized the retail industry. Now, even when a store may not be open, they can still be doing business and making money. One of the only problems with online shopping is finding the right fit. Sometimes the thing you ordered is too small or too big, and then returning the object can be even harder than trying to use it. This can be exceptionally true with mattresses and the rise of online purchasing and deliverability. Luckily CRaVE is here to help with this guide.
California king size mattresses are extremely luxurious and allow their occupants a lot of added space while they sleep. Hybrid mattresses, which use a combination of memory foam and innersprings, are usually very soft and comfortable. They both, however, can be extremely costly depending on where you purchase them from. Most mattress companies will offer you finance options, especially with higher priced products, but their monthly payments can sometimes be a little too much to handle.
We at CRaVE recommend estimating your budget before you shop for mattresses. You can also do research into whomever you’re buying from to get a general sense of what your payments might look like. You can stray a little from your budget if you have the means, otherwise look to stay under so you can have a little breathing room in case something comes up.
You can get your CRaVE mattress shipped to you for as little as $25 per month. If you want to try it before you buy, we’ll offer a 100 Night Trial, so you can know for sure this is the mattress of your dreams.
Tired of trying to sleep on a twin sized bed and falling off halfway through the night? Sick of moving a queen size every time you get a new place? Then it may be time to choose a different sized mattress. We recommend taking a few things into account before you shop for a mattress, such as your height, weight, marital status, and whether or not you’re going to have a family in the near future.
If you’re going to be on your own for most of the time, a full size might be more your style. If you’re living with someone else and are expecting some little ones sometime soon, then a queen or larger may be the right fit. Just remember it’s always better to have extra space and not need it than need more space and not have it.
CRaVE has every size mattress you can imagine, from twin all the way to a California king. Choose what size best fits your style and living area and we’ll ship it straight to your door!
There are several different types of mattress materials you can choose from, some you may have never heard of before. Gone are the days of simple innerspring mattresses, today is the era of foam. Memory foam is all the rage and is perfect for those with chronic back problems. Hybrid mattresses utilize both innerspring and memory foam technology. These are usually some of the best mattresses you can buy as they adapt to your unique sleeping habits and give you the most comfortable sleep you can get. Mattresses with latex or added foam pads usually tend to be more plush, giving you that ‘sleeping on a cloud’ feeling.
If you don’t know what kind of material is best for you, testing out mattresses is usually the best way to find out. You can also ask professionals, such as doctors, what material would be best for you. Unlike other companies, CRaVE offers a 100 Night Trial to test out your mattress of choice. If you don’t like it, send it on back and we can find one that better suits your needs.
Sleep is important for everyone, which makes picking the perfect mattress even more important. Before you shop for mattresses, make sure you have a plan, and that will make your experience so much simpler. If you’re looking for a new mattress, shop our collection and find the perfect one for you. Learn more about CRaVE, or contact us if you have any questions regarding our luxurious mattresses or company.
Sleeping is supposed to be a time to relax and unwind, leaving your stress and problems behind from the day before. But if your mattress isn’t supporting you properly, that stress may carry over into the next day and cause even more problems for you. If you’re consistently waking up with back pain or you aren’t getting enough sleep at night it may be time to look at your mattress. Luckily the experts at CRaVE Mattress are here to help teach you how to get a better night's sleep.
Spoiler alert: your spine is the center of your back. Not only is it the epicenter of movement, but most of the muscles and nerves located in the back are connected to it. The spine is also one of the longest bone structures in the human body, extending from your tailbone all the way up to the top of the neck, and is made up of about 220 individual ligaments. Right around 25 percent of the spine’s length is made of cartilage which helps cushion it as it bends. The spine is also one of the strongest structures in your body, being able to withstand and support your body weight, gravity and other external forces all at the same time. Basically put, your spine is what holds you together and is the reason you can move about. It is one of the most important structures in your body, and if not properly taken care of can lead to chronic problems later in life.
When you lie down on something, your spine moves depending on the surface it’s pressed against. This new alignment may put dozens to hundreds of pounds of pressure on your spine. For instance, if you were to lay on your back on the floor, the surface would support all of the points that your body touched. Your neck, upper/middle back, bottom, and legs would all be supported equally. Your lower back would be left on it’s own since our spines are curved. This puts loads of pressure on this part of your body as you lay there.
If you moved to your side on top of the same surface, your spine’s alignment will be thrown off. Your spine always wants to keep this natural alignment, and when it’s not aligned properly you could feel discomfort or even develop back or neck pain depending on how long and how often you stay in that position. If your spine is unaligned or is plagued by pounds of pressure while you’re sleeping because your mattress isn’t supporting you properly, it won’t be able to rest and heal from the pressure that was placed on it the day before. This leads to back and neck pain that can have damaging effects to your body now and in the long run. That is where a good pillow and mattress come into play.
When sleeping, a good mattress will support every point of your body. This helps your spine achieve that natural alignment and takes large amounts of pressure off of it, letting it rest easily at night and heal. Using a pillow that’s the right size for you will also help align your spine and get you comfortable at night. When you achieve perfect alignment your spine sheds all of the pressure from the day before, letting you sleep through the night and wake up feeling happy and refreshed.
If you aren’t happy with your mattress, or it’s just time to get a new one, CRaVE has the perfect bed to help you get a better night’s sleep. View our collection of mattresses and choose the one that best fits your needs and style. You can also check out our accessories to find your next favorite pillow, mattress cover or bed frame. Read reviews of our highly satisfied customers or contact us today to answer any questions you may have about CRaVE or our mattresses.
We do a lot of things on our beds. Sleeping, eating, building pillow forts, our mattresses have seen it all. We don’t always treat them right, and sometimes we have to clean them. Unfortunately they don’t fit in the wash machine, and getting them dry cleaned could cost a fortune. Just like your mattress, CRaVE has your back with our handy guide for when it comes time to clean your rectangular friend.
No, seriously, vacuum it. Take off any and all covers, attach your vacuum hose and go to town. You’ll get rid of dead skin cells, pet dander, dust, errand pizza crumbs, and any other loose debris that’s easily collected from the suction of your vacuum. If you don’t have a hose attachment for your vacuum a handheld vacuum works just as well. However, we do advise against placing your floor vacuum directly on top of your mattress. The bottom of your floor vacuum may be dirty and can cause further damage to your mattress. Stick to hoses and hand vacuums for this venture.
Spills happen, especially when you’re laying in bed trying to elegantly sip coffee out of a lidless mug. If the stain didn’t come from an outside source, meaning outside of you or another human being, chances are the protein based (blood, sweat, urine) mark may have been there awhile. Either way, you’ll want to act as quickly as possible to get rid of any stainable substance that comes into contact with your mattress. There are a few at home methods you can use to get rid of stains, if you don’t want to use store bought cleaner. For instance the combination of hydrogen peroxide, liquid dish soap and baking soda mixed together in a spray bottle is good at getting rid of a variety of stains. Otherwise use non-toxic cleaner and watch your stains fade away.
If you have pets or kids you’ll definitely want to do this. The best way to deodorize your mattress is by shaking a light layer of baking soda on top of it. Let this sit for a few hours and vacuum it up when it’s ready. Be thorough and get in all of the crevices to make sure you get out all of the powder. If you’d like you can also spray your favorite scented air freshener on top to add a twist of pine, lavender, citrus or anything else you may fancy. Just make sure it’s safe to put on mattresses or furniture so you don’t accidentally damage your bed.
It may not be as easy to do if you live in an apartment or an urban area, but if you have the ability to take your mattress outside it can definitely help it. The sunlight will kill bacteria and can even deodorize your bed naturally. Put your mattress on top of a clean tarp, plastic sheet or raised surface and be sure it’s covered or there will be good weather throughout the day so your mattress doesn’t get rained or snowed on.
After you’re done cleaning your mattress make sure you cover it up with a protective mattress cover. These will protect your mattress against dirt, crumbs, stains, and just about anything else you can throw at it. If you don’t have a mattress cover you can browse our selection of great mattress covers!
If your mattress is beyond repair, or it’s just time for a new one, CRaVE has the right mattress for your style and comfort. We’ll even ship it to you for free! Check out our story and meet the people behind your next favorite mattress. If you don’t believe us, read reviews from our well-rested and satisfied customers.
]]>Your mattress has probably been with you through a lot—it’s cradled you during sleepless nights, been there when you slept like a baby, and even got you through a few dozen afternoon naps. But there comes a time when you need to part ways with your trusty friend and move on to something newer. It’s hard, but you’ll get through this.
At Crave Mattress, we make innerspring and foam mattresses that are so high quality and so comfortable that you’ll forget your old mattress ever existed. We’re the best place to get a mattress because we not only ship for free (no other mattress store does that!), but we offer a 100-night trial so you can make sure you’re happy with your investment. When it’s time to shop mattresses, come to Crave. We’ll help you determine which mattress to buy so you can sleep easy.
Not sure it’s time to say good-bye to your old mattress? Here are some signs you need to part ways.
High-quality mattresses do last a bit longer than their cheaper counterparts. That said, when your mattress reaches about the seven-year mark, it’s time to start evaluating its quality. Some can last for as long as ten years, but most reach roughly five to seven before they reach the point of no return.
Are you completely aware of your mattress throughout the night? You really shouldn’t be. You should be asleep and comfortable and not thinking about how much you feel your mattress underneath you. But if you find that you’re tossing and turning or that your joints and spine are consistently sore or achy, it’s time to get a new one. And if you’re finding that you’re still pretty tired even after you’ve slept all night, you could be waking up quite a bit tossing and turning. If you find that you’re sleeping much better on your couch or in other beds, the mattress is likely the culprit.
Sometimes, your mattress outright tells you it’s ready to be retired. If you can hear it creaking or crunching when you’re on it, it’s very likely that its inner workings just aren’t up to par. There might be broken springs, displaced filling, and frame issues. Listen to your mattress—if it’s talking, you should probably listen to it!
When you get out of bed, does it still look like somebody’s laying in it? If your mattress is sagging, it means the springs inside have broken down and aren’t giving you the support you need. This can increase your chances of having back pain and soreness throughout your body. When you look at the cost of a mattress vs. your lost productivity and exhaustion, the choice is pretty clear!
Do you feel like you have allergies year-round but no apparent explanation for it? If it’s the dead of winter and you’re still sneezing, it could be your bed. Despite using clean sheets and taking care of it after all these years, dead skin cells, mites, dander, and other allergens can become a permanent part of your mattress. Even if you’re not particularly susceptible to allergies, these irritants can certainly kick up allergy symptoms, making you feel as if you’re fighting a minor cold or sneezing more often than usual.
When you’re ready to shop mattresses, it’s time to look at Crave Mattress. Crave is the best place to get a mattress, and our quality is unparalleled. We bring you the best mattresses to buy, along with free shipping and a 100-night trial. To get started, shop online with us now!
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Many of us take sleep for granted, instead opting for getting more out of the day. Life is short, and we should live it to the fullest, but sleep is one of the most important aspects of our health. For that reason, getting enough quality sleep every night should be one of your highest priorities. Taking a multi-faceted approach to getting a good night’s sleep is the best approach.
At Crave Mattress, you can get a top-quality mattress that’ll help you feel more rested. Take a look at our website to find the comfiest bed for your needs, and rest assured you’ll get the best sleep possible. To sweeten the deal, we offer free shipping at a 100-night trial. Buy a new mattress at Crave today!
Here are some ways to get the best sleep.
Whether you’re busy with emails or letting off steam with a few rounds of Plants vs. Zombies, there comes a time when you need to turn off the screens. The blue light that your phone, tablet, and TV emit disrupt your circadian rhythms, meaning your body’s natural ability to release melatonin (the sleep hormone) is inhibited. At least an hour before bed, turn off all screens and focus on quiet activities like reading or playing a board game. Instead of turning on the television to watch as you fall asleep, pick up a book!
When you wake up in the morning, you likely have a routine: roll out of bed, shower, brush your teeth, get dressed, and head off to work. If you don’t have a routine for bed, consider creating one. For example: turn off the screens, put on your pajamas, brush your teeth, wash your face, get into bed, and read a book. When you accustom your body to a routine, you’ll find it easier to fall asleep. Try to start at around the same time every night for the best success.
Sometimes, you need a little bit of help getting through the afternoon so you reach for tea or coffee for a boost. But did you know that caffeine’s stimulating effects can last up to 12 hours in your body? Some nights you might be all right, but others you might be wired. When you need a boost of energy in the afternoon, take a brisk walk, drink more water, or find an activity that gets your blood pumping.
Some people find that eating too close to bedtime can be more disruptive to their sleep than helpful. If they suffer from gastric reflux, eat spicy food, or eat foods that make them gassy, they could end up being awake for a chunk of the night with their symptoms. Alcohol can not only increase the stomach’s acidity and cause upset, but it’s a diuretic, so it’ll cause people to wake up more during the night to go to the bathroom.
Stress is certainly something that can keep a person awake at night, whether it’s dreading something big coming up the next day, or ongoing stress. Stress can cause a host of health issues, so taking care of it on a regular basis is going to help your sleep. Some people find that practicing meditation, exercising, talking to a friend, or other activities help keep their stress levels down. Find a method or handful of methods that work for you and keep at them regularly. When you reduce stress and get enough sleep, you’re giving your immune system the help it needs to fight off infection and disease.
We hope that these tips are helpful to you when you’re having troubles sleeping. One of the biggest ways to help get a good night’s sleep is to sleep on a top-quality mattress. Shop for the comfiest bed you can find so that you can rest easily throughout the night. Buy a new mattress at Crave Mattress, and you’ll be well on your way to a refreshed sleeping pattern.
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]]>You know it’s time to buy a new mattress, but you really don’t have the time or inclination to visit all the mattress stores in your area. That, and you probably already know that you’re likely to get the best deal when you shop for mattresses online. But when it comes to shopping online, how do you know you’re making the right decision? You don’t even get to touch the mattress first.
The answer is Crave Mattress. Our mattresses are made of the highest quality materials, and we’ve designed our innerspring and foam mattresses for the ultimate comfort. We have an incredible selection to choose from, and there is truly something for everyone. Not only that, but we offer a 100-night trial—when you buy from us, you do it with absolutely no risk, including the cost for shipping. Shop online with us now!
Here are some tips for buying a mattress online.
First things first. You need to choose interior mechanics that are best for you to ensure the best night’s sleep possible. Start with the interior: do you prefer innerspring or foam? We’ll go more into depth with this comparison in a later post, but the big difference people notice is that foam mattresses offer a contoured surface where innerspring offers a more supportive surface.
Some people love a padded mattress that feels like a warm marshmallow to slumber on, while others want a harder surface. The hardness or softness you prefer will have a lot to do with personal preference, but perhaps you have back or hip pain and your orthopedic doctor has made a recommendation, too. You can use the guides on our individual product pages to gauge the type of surface you’ll sleep on, which will help you determine how soft the bed will be.
We at Crave Mattress know that everyone has personal preferences with it comes to big purchases, and we’ve tailored the materials we’ve used accordingly. Where some people are only concerned with comfort, others are concerned about the eco-friendliness, and still more about the heat retention properties. Take a look at our main mattress page to learn more about the inner and outer workings of our mattresses to help in your decision-making!
One of the biggest determinations in making a big purchase is your budget. You want to stay within range of it and not overspend—because if there’s one thing we know about getting a good night’s sleep it’s that you’re not going to sleep quite as well if the mattress you’re sleeping on was way too expensive! Crave’s luxurious mattresses are less expensive than our competitors’, and on top of that, we offer free shipping. No other online mattress retailer does that!
When you’re searching for the best place to buy a mattress online, one factor should be the trial run. And the length of it. Crave Mattress is so sure you’ll love the quality and comfort of our mattresses that we offer a 100-night trial. We’ll ship you the mattress and if you don’t love it, you can return it to us (free of shipping!).
Ready to buy a new mattress? Take a look at our incredible inventory and buy online now!
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Here's how you can improve your sleep habits
Refreshing sleep is of huge importance when staying healthy. Better Sleep Month is supported by the Better Sleep Council (BSC), which aims to raise awareness about the benefits of better sleep and how poor sleep can disrupt our lives. As with diet and exercise, sleep is crucial to our physical, emotional and mental health.
Inadequate sleep can lead to an increase in blood pressure and stress hormone production; the body can become stressed when it does not get enough sleep.
The consequences of poor sleep include reduced concentration, mood swings, irritability, stress, and a weakened immune system. The release of stress hormones can also make it harder to sleep, perpetuating an unhealthy sleep cycle.
In severe cases, poor sleep may be linked to serious problems including narcolepsy, insomnia, restless leg syndrome and sleep apnea. Better Sleep Month helps to make more people aware of these problems; advice from a suitable health professional should be sought if any of these consequences are experienced.
There are many physical and psychological factors which can cause poor sleep; stress is a common cause.
Worries such as elder care, childcare, family conflicts, problems with personal relationships, financial concerns and other anxieties can all interrupt healthy sleep patterns. Physical factors which can affect sleep include pain, excess sweating, need to urinate, noise (including snoring by a bed partner) and light levels.
Stress can elevate blood pressure; heart attack and stroke are well documented risks of high blood pressure.
Further factors which disrupt sleep include excitement, depression, anxiety, and caffeine intake close to bed time. Environmental factors include room temperature, light levels, humidity, mattress, bedding and noise.
In many cases, better sleep can be achieved through changes to our lifestyle and the way we think about things. Better Sleep Month helps to make people aware of any poor sleeping habits we may have.
Counseling can help address any personal problems which are causing stress; relaxation techniques may be taught to counteract the effects of stress.
There is recent evidence which suggests achieving better quality sleep may be more important than increasing the number of hours of sleep. The National Sleep Council, which supports Better Sleep Month, has reported that people who sleep between 6 and 7 hours a night actually live longer than those who sleep for 8 hours,
Many experts believe that between 7.5 and 8.5 hours of sleep a night is optimal. However, better sleep does not refer to just the length of time we sleep.
6 hours of deep refreshing sleep is more beneficial than 8 hours of light interrupted sleep.
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It’s that time of year again when your thoughts turn to what to buy for that hard to buy for relative or family member. This holiday season why not consider giving the gift of sleep.
We spend about one-third of our life sleeping, but more than one in three Americans still aren't getting enough sleep.
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It’s that time of year again when your thoughts turn to what to buy for that hard to buy for relative or family member. This holiday season why not consider giving the gift of sleep.
We spend about one-third of our life sleeping, but more than one in three Americans still aren't getting enough sleep.
In their first study of self-reported sleep length, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that 34.8 percent of American adults are getting less than seven hours of sleep — the minimum length of time adults should sleep in order to reduce risk of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, mental distress, coronary heart disease and early death.
We all know someone who loves to sleep and whether or not they are getting the recommended 8 hours a night that they’d prefer is another subject.
Since it’s the season for giving, we’ve listed a few ideas for the sleep fanatic or the sleep deprived. You might even want to treat yourself to some much needed rest.
Sleeping in your gym clothes doesn’t prep your body for sleep, it preps your body for the gym.
If someone on your list is always sleeping in their sweat pants, why not treat them to something a little more luxurious.
Luxurious silk reigns supreme as the most versatile, breathable, durable and exquisitely comfortable natural fiber in the world.
The best gift of sleep is a new mattress. CRaVE Mattress will ship this luxury innerspring mattress to your door by FedEX.
Crave only uses superior materials with new cooling memory foam technology, zoned latex and pocketed coils to give you the sleep you desire.
All Crave mattresses are Eco-friendly using soy-based foams and no harmful chemicals. Made in the U.S.A. and no hassle returns with a 100 day trial.
A sleep mask is a simple, but highly effective way to get past those troublesome sleep problems and get yourself a restful sleep.
Using a Dream Essentials Luxury Sleep Mask will block out light while trying to sleep, especially effective for those who may be trying to sleep during the day.
Each mask is made with a very comfortable, light blocking fabric that will feel like a pillow for your eyes.
Quality bed sheets make the difference between your deep, luxurious night’s rest and a scratchy, uncomfortable sleep.
There’s something about the Supima Cotton perfect sheet set - always in style, always impressive and never lets you down.
100% ‘seed-to-stitch’ Made in the USA bedding
Why not send a new mattress for the guest room?
Nothing says welcome more than a comfortable mattress and a good night’s sleep. Crave Mattress is an online mattress store where shipping is always free. All our mattresses are Made in the USA, Eco-friendly and at unbelievable value.
This is the best medium firm foam mattress great for a guest room and liked by both children and adults.
The sleep fanatics and sleep deprived on your list are sure to know this and will definitely appreciate a spot of chamomile this holiday season. Herbal tea as a present shows you take relaxation seriously. This gift makes it clear that you want your loved ones to reach ultimate relaxation levels and get a good night’s rest.
A good decaf herbal tea can put you to sleep like a baby.
Chamomile Tea from Numi Organic Tea combines fine Egyptian chamomile blossoms with Australian lemon myrtle leaves for a sweet organic brew that imparts a lingering calmness with citrus murmurings.
It's a great calming infusion before bedtime.
Numi provides clean, safe drinking water to the tea farmers and their families.
Whether you choose a large gift to last a lifetime or a small token to help someone relax, these gifts are sure to bring holiday cheer and a nice silent night’s sleep to anyone on your gift list.
]]>A common consumer complaints are usually about the price and “why are mattresses so expensive”. But are they really? Simple math seems to says otherwise...
]]>A common consumer complaints are usually about the price and “why are mattresses so expensive”. But are they really? Simple math seems to says otherwise.
For example, the average price of a new car is around $33,500. With financing, that’s about $92 a day per year. And how long do you typically spend in your car each day? Two, three hours tops?
Now, let’s see how this compares to mattresses. The average price for a new, high quality mattress in retail store is around $2,500. But let’s go a little higher. With financing, a $5,000 mattress comes out to $2.92 a day per year for about 5 years. That means a $1,000 CRaVE Mattress comes out to $0.55 a day for 5 years.
In reality, most people keep their mattress for 8 years equaling just $0.35 a day. And if you are sleeping with a partner that is just $0.175 cents a day per person. Would you rather pay $1,000, or just 17 cents a day?
But wait, there’s more! If people sleep for an average of 8 hours a night, that’s 10 full days a month they will spend on their mattress. Over the course of their life, they will sleep for 229,961 hours, which comes out to about 1/3 of their entire life.
Sleep is essential and beds help bring better sleep, so they are an important product for the health of the consumer. Aren’t you worth 35 cents a day?
One of the biggest complaints when buying a mattress is price, and figuring out why are the mattresses so expensive.
This is usually attributed to large markups, which depends on the brand. In addition to manufacturing cost, there is marketing cost, retail markup, and sales commissions.
Huffington Post recommends staying in the $500 - $1200 range as anything over that price doesn’t necessarily indicate better quality or better sleep, and probably has the same amount of cushioning and support as more expensive mattresses.
Do you really need gold-plated corner guards, intricately embroidered labels and tricky sales tactics?
How about gel infused foam, European pillow top, Dunlop vs Talalay, and mini coils?
It’s enough to make your head spin and most people don’t know what they mean. These features don’t result in an improved sleeping experience. It is just another reason to add extra margin to the sale.
A mattress that costs $300 to manufacture, can sell in a retail store for over $3000. Ouch!!!
At CRaVE Mattress we have added in more transparency to the process and cutting out the middleman thus drastically reducing the selling price. We removed all those superfluous costs by selling a high-quality product direct to the consumer. Not to mention we offer free trial periods, free returns and free delivery to your door in a snap, which makes CRaVE is the best place to buy a mattress online!
]]>Buying a new mattress is not fun. You have to head to a mattress store, lay around on mattresses for longer than you’d like, haggle with a salesperson about an aggressively overpriced mattress, then wait for a delivery guy to show up weeks later. But is there a better way?
]]>Most of us are willing to order just about anything from the internet, just look at the success of Amazon, but mattresses seem a little weird. For one, they’re huge and hard to ship, not to mention expensive. But more importantly, they’re one of those rare things that you really want to try before you buy. All mattresses are a little different, and your sleep is important. Picking the right mattress can make a significant difference in how well you snooze.
Yet, there’s a sameness in mattresses that’s hard to describe. Sit on a $5,000 mattress and a $1,000 mattress, and many of us can’t tell the difference. Even comparison shopping can be a pain since manufacturers sell exclusive lines to different retailers, making comparison shopping impossible. Then, when you finally pick something you want, you’re expected to haggle over the price.
And who doesn’t feel a little strange trying out dozens of mattresses in a retail store? You roll around from bed to bed, all the while a creepy salesman is standing over you. Of course, he is pushing the mattress du jour, he’s making what is called a SPIFF, an extra bonus paid by the manufacturer to push their brand.
Then you sit home all day waiting for the delivery truck and another day of lost wages. Why put up with all the hassle when there is an easier way. Find the best place to buy a mattress online!
First of all, there are generous return policies. At CRaVE Mattress we offer a 100-night sleep trial. Choosing a mattress shouldn’t be like speed dating. It’s a long-term relationship and you need more than 10 minutes in a retail store to decide if it’s the right one for you. That’s why we offer a 100-night sleep trial on all mattresses. It can take a little while to adjust to a new mattress and we suggest that you sleep on your mattress for a few weeks to allow your body to adjust.
If you decide that the CRaVE Mattress is not right for you, just let us know and we will arrange to have your mattress donated to a local charity. We will issue a 100% refund for your mattress purchase.
The short answer is - mattresses have HUGE markups over the manufacturing costs. A mattress that costs $300 to manufacture might sell for $4000 in a mattress store. Why? Rent, overhead, middlemen, sales commissions and SPIFFS, 2 men and a delivery truck, etc.
At CRaVE, we bypass those costs and pass those savings on to the consumer. Ever since we started, we believe that everyone deserves a good night’s sleep and so we make our high quality mattresses affordable for all. Best of all, we use the best components available and everything is sourced and produced in the United States, keeping American workers working.
We are also devoted to giving our customers the best possible buying experience with chat, phone, or email just a click away. Our friendly customer service agents are available to answer all your questions. No confusing sales tactics – just true luxury at an affordable price.
]]>Research by the Better Sleep Council found that 35% of those surveyed thought that a hybrid or innerspring bed was the best technology for a good mattress. Innerspring mattresses remain the most popular type of mattresses on the market today and for good reason.
]]>Research by the Better Sleep Council found that 35% of those surveyed thought that a hybrid or innerspring bed was the best technology for a good mattress. Innerspring mattresses remain the most popular type of mattresses on the market today and for good reason.
Innersprings respond to the individual contours of a sleeper’s body. When sinking occurs, your body loses proper spinal alignment, which can lead to muscles tensing and struggling for a stable and comfortable position. Support is a critical factor in finding a relaxed position that leads to deep sleep.
Your mattress should feel the same way every day. Cheap foams break down and lead to body impressions. High quality mattress are made from steel wire which makes each coil sturdy and resilient, even after years of use.
Look at springs and then look at the foam. Which do you think sleeps cooler? Innersprings are open to the air whereas a foam core is a cell structure that traps heat. Innersprings are proven to move heat more efficiently away from a sleeper.
There are many types of innerspring coil systems on the market today and innersprings can be classified into two distinct groups: Open Coil and Pocketed Coil.
In the Open Coil category there are 3 main types: Bonnell, Offset and Continuous. Each of these has its own distinct features but is mostly used in entry-level promotional beds or in a product where a manufacturer wants to use a lower priced coil system.
The second category is the Pocketed Coil system. This is generally regarded as the top end of coil systems and the one chosen by CRaVE Mattress. Each coil is individually encapsulated in its own fabric bag, ultrasonically sealed and then centrally glued together.
This construction allows for individual movement of each coil thus eliminating motion disturbance. They provide the most consistent distribution of support. The result? A deeper, more refreshing, restorative sleep.
Deciding which mattress is right for you isn’t always easy, but it doesn’t have to be overly complicated. Your only worry should be deciding what kind of mattress you need to enjoy a healthy night of rest at the end of each day. You shouldn’t have to worry about locating the best price or haggling with a pushy salesman. Choose instead to buy from a trusted, reputable online mattress company instead of a sales company.
At CRaVE, we offer 2 choices for an innerspring mattress.
Do you like the feel of a luxury hotel bed? Then this is the one for you. On a firmness scale with 1 being the firmest and 10 being the plushest, this one is a 7. Individually wrapped pocketed coil innersprings for great support, topped with layers of superior upholstery foam and memory foam for supreme comfort. Sleep like you are on vacation every night with the CRaVE Luxury Firm Hybrid Innerspring.
If you are seeking the ultimate in plushness, sleep on a cloud when you choose CRaVE’s Ultra Plush Hybrid Innerspring. It’s the ultimate mattress for side sleepers or anyone who appreciates plush layers of memory foam and latex on top of resilient individually wrapped innerspring coils.
]]>In our fast-paced, 24/7 world, with smartphones notifying us of every text and email, it isn’t easy to turn off the noise—literally and figuratively—and get to sleep.
And, the cruel joke is that the less you sleep, the less likely you are to be able to cope with the problems creating stress in the first place. Talk about a vicious cycle.
]]>In our fast-paced, 24/7 world, with smartphones notifying us of every text and email, it isn’t easy to turn off the noise—literally and figuratively—and get to sleep.
And, the cruel joke is that the less you sleep, the less likely you are to be able to cope with the problems creating stress in the first place. Talk about a vicious cycle.
Now is a good time to re-evaluate and try some strategies to reduce stress and get the sleep you need.
Here are a few tips to break the cycle.
One of the best strategies is to realize just how important sleep is to your overall health and quality of life. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say insufficient sleep is a public health epidemic, so you’re certainly not alone.
]]>Do you find yourself drifting off to sleep at work? Or do you lay awake at night tossing and turning?
Sleep deprivation is becoming a serious epidemic in America. But the majority of our sleep problems can be solved by establishing good sleep habits through an evening routine.
We interviewed several, doctors, sleep specialists and wellness experts about their evening routines and ways they get better sleep.
]]>Do you find yourself drifting off to sleep at work? Or do you lay awake at night tossing and turning?
You may be suffering from sleep deprivation. So what exactly is sleep deprivation you ask? Sleep deprivation is becoming a serious epidemic in America. But the majority of our sleep problems can be solved by establishing good sleep habits through an evening routine.
We interviewed several, doctors, sleep specialists and wellness experts about their evening routines and ways they get better sleep.
With sleep having such a powerful influence on many of the critical areas of your life, you might be eager to learn how to fall asleep fast and how you can stay asleep through the night, every night.
Although developing good sleep habits can help many people overcome their sleep problems, it’s important to note that sleeping disorders such as sleep apnea pose a threat to more than just the amount and quality of your sleep. Sleep apnea, for instance, can actually jeopardize your life. If you think you suffer from sleep apnea or another life-threatening disorder, or making lifestyle changes isn’t enough to help you get the rest you need every day, talk to your doctor about the difficulties you are experiencing.
Develop the following Good Sleep Habits to increase the amount of quality sleep you get every night:
Avoid the News or Disturbing Stories: Anxiety and stress can disrupt your sleep or even keep you from falling asleep quickly. News, scary movies or even just thinking about things that cause you stress should be avoided before bedtime.
Dr. Richard Shane, the founder of Sleep Easily and a psychotherapist, said, “I do my best to not be on electronic devices during the 30 minutes before bed. I never watch the news or read an online newspaper in the evening. Too disturbing. I read news once during the day so I can be informed without it disturbing my sleep.”
2. Open Your Nose: “Do everything possible to open your nose as wide as possible before you go to sleep,” suggested Dr. Steven Y. Park, M.D. the author of the Amazon best-selling book, Sleep, Interrupted: A physician reveals the #1 reason why so many of us are sick and tired.
“Treat your allergies, use saline irrigation or a Neti-pot, try nasal dilator strips, or even consider surgery to optimize your nasal breathing. Avoid eating or snacking within 3-4 hours of bedtime. This will prevent acid, digestive enzymes, bile and bacteria from reaching your ear, nose, throat and lungs. Not only will you sleep better, but you’ll also find it easier to lose weight. Don’t listen to dermatologists who say to avoid sleeping on your tummy since it can aggravate facial wrinkles. If you prefer to sleep on your stomach or your side, stay that way, since sleeping on your back will lead to more obstructed breathing and arousals, which can lead to more facial wrinkles.” Dr. Park was rated a "Top 10 Online Influencer of Sleep Discussion" by Sharecare.com and voted onto the list of Best Sleep Disorder Blogs of 2016 by Healthline.com.
3. Set the Right Temperature: Ensure you have the best room temperature for sleeping. According to the National Sleep Foundation, many sleep experts recommend that you should keep your bedroom cool, around 65 degrees Fahrenheit, in order to get a good night’s sleep. Over the course of a day, your body temperature naturally goes up and down. These changes in temperature are related to your sleep cycle. In general, your body temperature will reach its lowest point around 5am and it will rise as the morning starts. If the temperature in your sleeping space is too high, it can prevent your body from cooling as much as it naturally wants to, which can lead to restlessness and unsatisfying sleep.
4. Make Yourself a Drink to Help You Sleep: Dr. Robert S.Rosenberg, Board Certified Sleep Medicine Physician and author of The Doctor's Guide to Sleep Solutions for Stress & Anxiety, suggests making “a smoothie with tart cherries, that contain melatonin and have been found to help with sleep, almonds for relaxing, magnesium, yogurt for tryptophan and cinnamon for flavor and banana for potassium.”
Other common drinks to help prepare your brain and body to sleep are chamomile and jasmine tea.
Instead of taking prescription sleep aids, Kathy Grigg, the creative director for CRaVE Mattress, suggests eating foods rich in melatonin: “Melatonin regulates your sleep/wake cycle or circadian rhythm. Several foods contain natural melatonin without having to take a supplement. The best, I found, is tart cherry juice taken before bedtime. Other foods containing high amounts of melatonin are pineapples, bananas, kiwi, and tomatoes.”
5. Cut Off Your Caffeine Consumption: On his popular podcast’s website, Shawn Stevenson recommends that people set a “caffeine curfew” and adhere to it daily. In order to prevent caffeine from interfering with your ability to sleep, Stevenson recommends that you stop consuming it in time for your body to expel it from your system prior to you going to bed. In general, you should stop consuming caffeine around 4pm or even earlier if you are caffeine sensitive.
6. Sleep at the Right Time: Research has shown that people enjoy the most healthful benefits sleep can provide if they sleep during the hours of 10pm and 2am every night. If you sleep between these times, your body will benefit from sleep’s most significant rejuvenating effects.
7. Black It Out: Humans sleep better in a sleeping space that’s dark. Even if you use a sleep mask, it doesn’t mean your body won’t react to light in your bedroom. Your skin has light-sensitive receptors that will pick up light in your bedroom and send signals to your brain and bodily organs. These signals have the capacity to interrupt your sleep. “I like total darkness, so I have blackout shades in my bedroom,” said Dr. Shane when talking about what he does to sleep better.
“Melatonin is sensitive to light even with your eyes closed. Draperies with blackout lining, sleep masks, no blue light from electronics will all help to keep your melatonin production regulated,” suggested Kathy Grigg.
8. Exercise Regularly: Regular exercise can help improve the amount and quality of the sleep you get at night, even if you hit the gym in the early morning hours. “I find that I sleep better when I exercise regularly,” said Dr. Rosenberg when asked about his good sleeping habits. While the National Sleep Foundation reports that working out in the afternoon can also help improve your sleep, the organization warns that exercising too close to your bedtime can make it more difficult for you to fall asleep. To prevent your workout from interfering with your sleep, finish your exercise regimen at least two hours before you go to bed.
9. Turn Off Electronic Devices and Stay Away from Blue Light: Arianna Huffington, founder of the Huffington Post and author of The Sleep Revolution, suggests to “take all devices and gently escort them out of the bedroom.” As a general rule, it’s wise to remove or power down the electronic devices in your sleeping space about an hour before you plan to go to sleep. If you have certain blue-light sources that you can’t turn off, cover them or use a blue-light blocker so that the light they emit is not visible and will not disturb your sleep.
Arianna Huffington knows the dangers of sleep deprivation firsthand. In 2007, the media magnate woke up on her office floor in a pool or her own blood. Exhaustion brought on by two years of 18-hour workdays had caused Huffington to collapse and break her cheekbone in the process.
Huffington’s doctors said that the entrepreneur’s sleep deprivation was directly responsible for her life-changing health scare. Huffington used her unnerving experience as part of the inspiration for her book, The Sleep Revolution. Inspiration for her book also came from Huffington’s desire for others to avoid the mistakes she had made and to prevent them from thinking that overwork and burnout are necessary to achieve success. In addition to removing electronic devices from your bedroom, Huffington also urges people to make sleep a “sacrosanct ritual.”
If you must use your phone, turn on the ‘night mode’ to make the light softer and give off a red glow instead of blue. Red light encourages your body to relax through your body creating melatonin. Himalayan salt lamps are an excellent addition to your bedroom since they emit a soft red light
10. Spend Time with Family Before Bed: We spoke with Dr. David Katz, MD, MPH, FACPM, FACP, FACLM and Director of the Yale University Prevention Research Center, about what he does in the evening to help him get better sleep at night: “However busy the day, I try to devote my evening to relaxing with my wife. I do all I can to resist the temptation to check my email one last time before going to bed, but confess I don't always succeed. I try to keep my pre-sleep focus on the people I love and the things that matter most.”
This habit was also on Dr. Rosenberg’s evening routine: “Cuddle with my lovely wife. Cuddling causes the release of oxytocin, a hormone that decreases anxiety and promotes relaxation.”
11. Keep to a Consistent Sleep Schedule : While Americans may know how much sleep they should get during a given 24-hour period, a significant percentage of them are not successful at hitting the mark. The 2009 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Sleep Module polled 74,571 adults in 12 states to determine the prevalence of unhealthy sleep patterns in America. The report showed that 35.3 percent of adults reported getting less than seven hours of sleep in a normal 24-hour period of time.
“I aim for a pretty consistent sleep time, and to spend 8 hours in bed whenever possible. I don't always sleep perfectly well even so- but all of this, and making sleep a priority, certainly helps!” said Dr. Katz.
12. Declutter Your Bedroom: Even if you use black-out blinds, a cluttered bedroom can still impact your sleep. “When it’s time to go to bed, in my bedroom, I clean up any clutter because a clutter-free bedroom helps calm my mind” said Dr. Shane.
You can also use Feng Shui room design to help you sleep better.
13. Establish a Deadline for Alcohol Consumption: Studies have shown that drinking alcohol late in the evening can help you fall asleep faster, but they’ve also proven that doing so can cause you to sleep lighter and experience sudden awakenings. They also show that alcohol can have a negative effect on your sleep cycles and it can impair your REM sleep. This means that your body will not enjoy the full rejuvenating effects that REM sleep provides. To sleep better and avoid missing out on these healthy effects, set a deadline to stop drinking alcohol so that your body will have enough time to rid itself of alcohol before you go to bed. As a general rule of thumb, it’s advisable to stop consuming alcoholic beverages at least three hours prior to going to sleep.
14. Take Magnesium: Magnesium is a proven anti-stress mineral that optimizes circulation and blood pressure, restores balance to your blood sugar, and calms your nervous system, among other things. Since magnesium takes so much stress off of your body, having the right amount of it in your system can improve your sleep quality. Because your body uses magnesium for so many things, however, a lot people have a magnesium deficiency which can have a negative impact on the quality of their sleep. For this reason, you should consider taking magnesium before you go to bed.
A renowned Los Angeles-based personal trainer, fitness model, and athlete, Astrid Swan agrees that taking magnesium can help improve the quality of your sleep because she has experienced the benefits of magnesium firsthand. When asked about her personal sleeping habits, Swan said, “Sleep for me is necessary! I always drink a glass of water with 1 spoonful of Calm magnesium before bed. It helps ‘calm’ my nerves and my muscles. I set the thermometer to 70 degrees & cover myself like a hibernating bear, but keep one leg out! I am all about comfort so I wear soft and lose pjs. I turn my phone on silent so if you try to reach me after 930pm, I’ll respond at 5am! My little dog spoons into me and I’m out like a light!”
Dr. Rosenberg also included magnesium in his evening routine: “I take a warm bath with Epsom salt because the magnesium content is absorbed through the skin. The magnesium ions help me relax which improves my sleep.”
15. Use White Noise: According to the National Sleep Foundation, 74 percent of Americans feel that a quiet sleeping space is necessary for a good night’s sleep, but only 5 percent of them use a sound conditioner to reduce or eliminate sounds that could interfere with their sleep. While you’re asleep, your brain still picks up noises on a basic level which can cause you to wake up, move between sleep stages, or effect your heart rate or blood pressure, all which has a negative influence on your overall sleep.
You can reduce the negative effect that unexpected noises have on your sleep by using white noise. White noise reduces the difference between background noises and disturbing sounds such as the blare of a car’s horn. White noise is an ambient sound that helps you sleep through sounds that would otherwise disturb your sleep. You can use a sound conditioner or a box fan to provide a constant backdrop of white noise to help you remain asleep throughout the night.
16. Wash Your Sheets: Washing your sheets at least once per week can help improve your sleep, especially if you have allergies. Washing your sheets will remove the allergens that can disrupt your sleep from your sheets. If you’re allergic to dust mites, you should also fit your mattress, box spring, and pillows with covers that will prevent dust mites from living in them.
In addition to removing allergens, washing your sheets weekly will give them a fresh scent, which may help you sleep better. The National Sleep Foundation reports that more than 75 percent of people get more excited about going to bed when their sheets smell fresh and about three-quarters of individuals sleep more comfortably when their linens have a scent of freshness.
17. Engage in Constructive Worrying In addition to keeping work out of the bedroom, you should leave your worries outside of your sleeping space as well to improve your sleep.
Part of Dr. Rosenberg’s evening routine for better sleep includes what he calls constructive worrying, “I will write down my problems at 5 to 6pm and my solutions and make sure I do not take them into the bedroom.”
18. Eat Early: To improve your sleep, you should avoid eating immediately before bed to prevent changes in your blood sugar from negatively impacting your sleep. To prevent changes in your blood sugar from disturbing your sleep, eat dinner at least two or three hours prior to your bedtime. If you are hungry later, avoid having a snack that has a lot of carbohydrates and go for one rich in protein instead. If possible, have a protein such as turkey that has tryptophan in it because studies show this amino acid can actually increase your level of drowsiness.
19. Wind Down: Giving yourself time to just relax before bed can increase the chances that you’ll get the amount and quality of sleep that is optimal for you. Best-selling author and wellness expert, David Kirsch, has spent more than 20 years discovering and harnessing the connection between the human mind, body, and spirit. The founder of New York’s award-winning Madison Square Club, Kirsch works with many A-list celebrities and has made appearances on popular television shows, including The Today Show, E!, CNN World News, and Dr. Oz.
When asked about the daily winding down regime he follows to get a sound night’s sleep, Kirsch said, “As I prepare for bed, I wind down on all of my ‘devices’, do some evening grooming; drink a cup of chamomile tea; and either read a book, or [attempt to] finish the NYT crossword puzzle.”
20. Meditate, Yoga, Visualization or Prayer: You don’t have to be spiritual to appreciate the benefits of meditation to help wind down and reduce stress. Stress may be one of the biggest factors to blame for sleep deprivation. A 2009 survey performed by the American Psychological Association revealed that 75 percent of adults living in America experienced moderate to high stress in the preceding month. The survey also showed that the stress levels teenagers experienced due to school and family finances had increased for about 50 percent of the polled teens in the past year.
When you’re stressed, your adrenal glands release hormones which can prevent you from going to sleep. While anxiety and sleep are sometimes mutually exclusive, there are steps you can take to prevent stress from interfering with your ability to get enough sleep. One step is to keep work and the things related to it such as your laptop, tablet, and mobile phone out of your sleeping area.
Visualization can also help those who have a difficult time getting to sleep faster. “If I'm having trouble falling asleep I practice visualization,” Dr. Rosenberg explains. “I get into bed and visualize myself at a tropical beach. I imagine the sound of the ocean, the warm feeling of the sun on my skin and the clear blue sky. In a few minutes I am asleep.”
21. Find a Mattress and Pillow to Meet Your Body’s Needs: In order to get better sleep you need to find a mattress that will support your sleep position and needs. Your bed plays an important part in your evening routine. Developing a great evening routine and following these expert tips to sleep better won’t help you if you have a poor quality mattress. “Buy the best mattress that you can afford,” suggests Kathy Grigg. “An old mattress that is not supportive will cause you to toss and turn at night disrupting your sleep. At CRaVE Mattress, we believe everyone deserves a good quality mattress at a decent price to get a good night’s sleep.”
To find the best mattress for you, check out our mattress buying guide.
Common Sleep Disorders
Just about everyone has difficulty getting a sufficient amount of sleep on occasion, but if you’re struggling to get to sleep or to stay asleep constantly, you might be battling a sleep disorder.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 50-70 million adults in the United States suffer from a sleep or wakefulness disorder. This means that around 15.5-21.7 percent of the nation’s population may not be getting the proper sleep they need to function successfully throughout the day.
Some common sleep and wakefulness disorders include the following conditions:
The Benefits of Establishing Good Sleep Habits
Although some sleep disorders such as sleep apnea may require you to seek medical assistance, others, including insomnia, can often be cured or managed when people with these conditions learn how to sleep better. It’s imperative for you to address sleep abnormalities because individuals who suffer from persistent sleep deprivation can experience serious health and lifestyle consequences. People who fail to get enough sleep consistently are more likely to suffer from chronic and sometimes deadly diseases, including hypertension, diabetes, depression, obesity, and cancer. It’s also more likely that they will experience difficulty with their activities of daily living and with maintaining their normal productivity levels at work.
If you have a sleep disorder, it can make you a danger on the road as well. Data collected by the CDC shows that approximately 1 in 25 adult drivers in America say they’ve fallen asleep while driving in the preceding 30 days. While a driver falling asleep behind the wheel clearly creates a dangerous situation, drowsy driving can also lead to devastating results. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drowsy driving was the cause of an estimated 72,000 automobile crashes in 2013, which caused 44,000 injuries. Although the NHTSA estimates that drowsy driving was responsible for 800 deaths in 2013, the CDC cites drowsy driving as the cause of as many as 6,000 lethal car accidents every year.
While learning how to get better sleep can help you stay healthy, enable you to be productive on the home and work fronts, and keep you safe on the road, the benefits of getting enough quality sleep extend to your memory and your ability to learn as well. Although further research is necessary to fully understand sleep, learning, and memory and their relationships, studies of both animals and humans indicate that the amount and quality of your sleep has a direct impact on your memory and learning abilities. Getting an adequate amount of quality sleep enables you to focus, something that is a prerequisite for learning new things efficiently. Sleep also plays a role in consolidating your memory, which is necessary for you to retain the information you learn.
While the mechanics are still being researched, it’s generally accepted that learning and memory involve three functions, acquisition, consolidation, and recall. Acquisition relates to when you’re introduced to new information. Consolidation refers to when the information you’ve acquired becomes a stable memory. Recall refers to your ability to remember the information you obtained either consciously or unconsciously.
Acquisition and recall occur when you’re awake, but research indicates that consolidation occurs when you’re asleep as neural connections are strengthened to form memories. Many researchers currently hold the opinion that the particular traits that brainwaves have during the various stages of sleep are related to the creation of certain kinds of memories.
Even though research is still ongoing, it is widely believed that getting enough quality sleep greatly improves your memory as well as your ability to learn things. It is also generally accepted that the additional benefits of logging enough hours of quality sleep include an enhanced mood, better decision-making, improved judgement, and a better ability to accurately interpret the events that unfold around you.
Do you have a good sleep habit? Let us know on our Facebook page or in the comments below!
]]>1. Melatonin – Melatonin regulates your sleep/wake cycle or circadian rhythm. Several foods contain natural melatonin without having to take a supplement. The best, we found, is tart cherry juice taken before bedtime. Other foods containing high amounts of melatonin are pineapples, bananas, kiwi, and tomatoes.
]]>1. Melatonin – Melatonin regulates your sleep/wake cycle or circadian rhythm. Several foods contain natural melatonin without having to take a supplement. The best, we found, is tart cherry juice taken before bedtime. Other foods containing high amounts of melatonin are pineapples, bananas, kiwi, and tomatoes.
2. Controlling light – Melatonin is sensitive to light even with your eyes closed. Draperies with blackout lining, sleep masks, no blue light from electronics will all help to keep your melatonin production regulated.
3. Buy high quality mattress that you can afford. An old mattress that is not supportive will cause you to toss and turn at night disrupting your sleep. At CRaVE Mattress, we believe everyone deserves a high quality mattress and a good night’s sleep.
]]>You’ve undoubtedly heard people extol the benefits of exercise over and over again. It can boost your mood, lower your risk for developing diseases such as hypertension and diabetes and help you feel more energetic.
]]>You’ve undoubtedly heard people extol the benefits of exercise over and over again. It can boost your mood, lower your risk for developing diseases such as hypertension and diabetes and help you feel more energetic.
But did you know that you can actually sleep better by doing one exercise in particular? Walking is the best exercise to improve sleep, hands down. The best part about walking is there’s no fancy equipment needed. You don’t have to buy special shoes, invest in any equipment or pay a gym membership.
Are you wondering how to get better sleep? Lace up your sneakers and start walking today to exercise your way to improved shuteye.
The Benefits of Walking
Walking offers a lot of advantages, particularly when compared to other forms of exercise. Walking can:
How to Improve Sleep With Walking
Any type of exercise can improve your nightly sleeping patterns. Exercise exhausts your muscles and the rest of your body. By the time you go to bed, you’re so tired you don’t spend extra time indulging in habits that can sap you of good sleep, such as playing on your smartphone while you sit in bed or watching TV for hours.
Walking can assist with ways to sleep better. According to Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon, people who go for walks early in the morning spend 75 percent more time in deep sleep than those who exercise later in the day. These people also cycle through all four of the sleep cycles each night, meaning they get better sleep than others who may hit only two or three of the cycles.
Even if you aren’t able to lace up your shoes right at 7 am, make sure you get your walking done at least three hours before you go to bed. This will allow your body temperature to cool down and ensures all the feel-good hormones that accumulate when you walk have dissipated, allowing you to fall asleep.
Another great reason to walk early in the day, in addition to getting your exercise over and done with first thing, is people who exercise in the morning are more likely to stick with an exercise program, Wright says. Plus, you can protect your health, as well. People who walk in the early morning are less likely to develop colds.
How to Sleep Better: Start Walking
If you’re serious about an exercise program but lifting weights is too intense and you don’t enjoy running, give walking a try. In addition to helping you manage stress and control your weight, walking will pay dividends by helping you sleep better. You’ll wake up more energized and ready to charge through your day.
Sources:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/01/04/sleep-better-morning-walk_n_4519660.html
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Do you wake up refreshed every morning, bounding out of bed ready to tackle whatever the day may throw at you? If you answered no to that question, you’re not alone. Many people suffer from low energy levels. It’s all they can do to tear themselves out of bed when the alarm goes off, never mind bounding anywhere.
]]>Do you wake up refreshed every morning, bounding out of bed ready to tackle whatever the day may throw at you? If you answered no to that question, you’re not alone. Many people suffer from low energy levels. It’s all they can do to tear themselves out of bed when the alarm goes off, never mind bounding anywhere.
But guess what? It doesn’t have to be that way. Waking up energized has nothing to do with luck and everything to do with smart planning and shrewd habits. If you want to know how to wake up refreshed and with energy every morning, follow these six tips to see your alertness and productivity skyrocket.
It would seem as though the more sleep you get, the more energetic you would be, right? Actually, this isn’t always the case. While it is important to get eight hours of sleep per night, it’s actually more important to get up at the same time every day. That means weekends, too — no exceptions.
Our body clocks get into a rhythm, and when you disrupt that rhythm by sleeping in on Saturday and Sunday, your body clock becomes confused, resulting in lethargy.
As if you need another reason to get out the door, exercise can help improve the quality of your sleep. When you tire yourself out physically, you’ll be eager to go to bed at night and sleep more soundly.
Your smartphone addiction may be sapping your energy levels. Being exposed to artificial light that emanates from cell phones, computers and tablets can inhibit the release of melatonin, a sleep-inducing hormone that’s secreted at bedtime. Shut down your electronic devices a couple hours before bedtime, and do not under any circumstances bring your smartphone to bed unless you want to be staring at the ceiling for hours after bedtime.
If you want to wake up energized, you need to make sure your body is getting enough rest. Taking naps is a great way to do this. A short afternoon power nap can make up for a night when you got only a few hours of sleep. Plus, naps have great health benefits such as lowering stress levels.
The bedroom should be the place where you relax. The moment you enter the room, your entire body should feel at ease. You want to trigger feelings of tiredness and release so that it will be easy for you to slip into slumber. You can do this by setting the stage for sleep. Make sure to have:
If you go to bed and you’re still tense and wound up from your day, chances are you’ll be tense and wound up while you sleep, too. Figure out a way to unpack your emotions before bed so you don’t wake up with them weighing on you. Talk to a spouse or write in a journal.
If you adopt these habits, you, too, can wake up energized and ready to take on the day each morning!
]]>Have you ever met someone who doesn’t like to nap? Probably not, because napping is awesome! Whether it’s a quick power nap, a long cat nap or just grabbing some shuteye on a lazy summer afternoon, naps actually have many benefits to your health, as well.
]]>Have you ever met someone who doesn’t like to nap? Probably not, because napping is awesome! Whether it’s a quick power nap, a long cat nap or just grabbing some shuteye on a lazy summer afternoon, naps actually have many benefits to your health, as well.
When you take a nap, you can:
Let’s take a look at these nap benefits one at a time, and then we’ll determine the best nap length.
Lower Stress
Naps can help decrease stress, which is exacerbated by fatigue. If something is bothering you, take a nap and then come at the issue from a new, refreshed perspective. Often, that problem won’t seem quite as dire once you’ve slept it off. Napping also soothes some of the physiological triggers of stress, such as low patience and short-term memory loss.
Improve Your Health
Naps offer a time for your body to heal and repair itself. If you don’t get enough nighttime sleep, throwing in a quick afternoon nap can help make up for the shuteye you lost overnight. Your mood will soar after a nap, which helps preserve health, as well. Naps also give the immune system a lift, protecting you against viruses and other illnesses.
Increase Alertness
Have you ever noticed you feel sharper and more observant after taking a nap? That’s because your brain has had time to re-power itself. It comes back stronger when you’ve given it a rest. In fact, a study by NASA found immense benefits to alertness when you take a nap. Sleeping for 40 minutes can bump up alertness by 100 percent, while also enhancing overall performance by 34 percent.
Reduce Accidents
When you nap, you improve your reaction times, which can help guard against accidents. Drowsiness is also a major cause of car crashes. When you drive and you’re too tired, you may find yourself dozing off at the wheel or blinking rapidly to try to keep your eyes open on the highway. This is obviously dangerous and could prove fatal. By taking a nap, you get the rest you need and can drive with the confidence that you’ll remain awake until reaching your destination.
What Is the Optimal Nap Time?
You don’t want to overdo your napping. Short power naps work the best for restoring cognitive function and boosting energy. The optimal nap time length is 20 to 30 minutes. This is long enough to reap the benefits of sleep but short enough that you don’t fritter your afternoon away or drift into a deep sleep, from which you’ll awake groggy.
Indulge in Power Nap Time Today
We have a silly notion in our society that taking a nap makes us lazy. On the contrary. By taking a nap, you’re warding off the feelings of exhaustion and tiredness that can take a toll on your productivity. You’re being proactive. And besides, there’s nothing better than sinking onto a soft mattress at midday for a quick snooze. Go ahead and indulge in that nap and feel good about helping yourself!
Sources:
https://sleepfoundation.org/sleep-topics/napping/page/0/1
]]>You’ve undoubtedly heard the old expression, “You should never go to bed angry.” It’s meant to encourage people to work out their problems immediately rather than letting them simmer. But what if that old expression is just plain wrong?
]]>You’ve undoubtedly heard the old expression, “You should never go to bed angry.” It’s meant to encourage people to work out their problems immediately rather than letting them simmer. But what if that old expression is just plain wrong?
It turns out there are lots of reasons going to bed angry could actually benefit you in the long run. Here’s why.
You and your significant other have been fighting for two hours. You’re both getting cranky and sensitive. You’re also tired. Suddenly, you say something you instantly regret, because you’re so drained you don’t have your usual filter going. You can’t take back that slip, and you know you crossed a line.
If you’d simply gone to bed when you got tired, rather than trying to stay awake and work out the problem, you never would have blurted out those hurtful words. Instead, you would have suspended your fight and resumed in the morning when you’d had a chance to cool off.
The longer you stay awake, the less in control you are of your thoughts and emotions. Going to bed while you’re still angry can be a means of self-preservation. Instead of saying things you’d usually never admit to, you can sleep on it and look at the situation with fresh eyes in the morning, when your self control has returned.
You’re so angry you can’t see straight, but you can’t seem to figure out a solution to the problem. Turns out getting some shut-eye could actually help you resolve the issue. Our brains don’t just turn off when we go to sleep — they’re working through the problems that concerned us when we were awake. That’s why you often dream about your problems. Your brain is feeding you creative solutions and trying to help.
Sometimes, you just need a refresh button. If you’re angry with someone and you’ve been fighting with for a long time, it won’t matter what either of you say. You’re both just carrying your anger around at this point. Getting at least seven hours of sleep can help you feel more objective. You may not agree with the point your spouse or friend is trying to make, but perhaps you won’t be quite as angry about it.
Perspective can be a valuable thing in a fight. If you’re just focusing on how angry you are, you’re not actually trying to solve the problem at hand, and you’ll continue to be angry indefinitely. When you go to bed and wake up the next morning without diving right back into the fight, you may see another side of the issue that hadn’t occurred to you amidst your anger.
When someone tells you, “Don’t go to bed angry,” tell them you no longer believe that old trope. In many cases, going to bed when you’re mad can help you solve the situation.
]]>Is your Instagram devoid of photos posted after 8 pm? Do you awaken to 30 text messages on your phone that were sent after you went to bed the night before? Has your waiter ever asked you at dinner if you wanted the early bird special? Are you in your pajamas around the time your roommate starts getting ready for a night on the town?
]]>Is your Instagram devoid of photos posted after 8 pm? Do you awaken to 30 text messages on your phone that were sent after you went to bed the night before? Has your waiter ever asked you at dinner if you wanted the early bird special? Are you in your pajamas around the time your roommate starts getting ready for a night on the town?
Congratulations — you’re an early to bed, early to rise-type person. There are many wonderful things about going to bed early. You probably do it because you love sleeping and you can’t bear the thought of getting too little shuteye.
It always seems there are more people who go to bed late than who go to bed early. If you’re one of the rare ones in that second category, here are seven thoughts you can undoubtedly relate to.
The last time you stayed up for “Saturday Night Live,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” or “The Daily Show” was, well, never. You catch up with all those programs the next morning, when clips are posted online. Thank goodness, too, because those jokes are way funnier in the morning with a cup of coffee than at night when you’re fighting to stay awake.
Have you noticed you tend to get more done than other people around you at work? You’re crushing it because you’re well-rested every morning and you come to work raring to go. Meanwhile, your cubicle mate is mainlining coffee and zoning out over their keyboard.
Admit it — you feel the teensiest bit superior to friends who sleep ‘til 11 am because they were up ‘til 3 am. You, on the other hand, have already made breakfast, done the dishes, walked the dog, repaired a broken showerhead, run three miles, made a batch of cookies and found your daughter’s lost library book.
Your body wakes up naturally once it’s gotten enough sleep. When you go to bed early, even if you love sleep, you’ll awaken on your own without the assistance of an alarm clock in plenty of time to tackle the day.
You know your approach to bedtime is the right way, and you want to share it with your late-to-bed friends.
Everyone else is jostling for flights that take off at noon. You’re happy to take the 6 am flight, and you aren’t even phased by the fact that you have to get to the airport at 4 am.
Your friends just can’t accept that you go to bed early. They seem to think by texting you at 10 pm, they can break you of the habit. But the joke’s on them, because you’re well-rested come morning and ready to engage in texting when they’re still blurry-eyed and fumbling.
Are you a morning person? What thoughts can you share? Sound off in the comments below!
]]>You go out with your friends on a Friday night after work for happy hour. One drink becomes two, or maybe even three, and suddenly you find yourself nodding off at the bar while your friends hit the dance floor. You figure you may as well go home and get some shuteye. But a couple hours after you hit the pillow, you’re suddenly wide awake. You can’t sleep after drinking, and you spend the rest of the night tossing and turning in bed, regretting that third glass of wine.
]]>You go out with your friends on a Friday night after work for happy hour. One drink becomes two, or maybe even three, and suddenly you find yourself nodding off at the bar while your friends hit the dance floor. You figure you may as well go home and get some shuteye. But a couple hours after you hit the pillow, you’re suddenly wide awake. You can’t sleep after drinking, and you spend the rest of the night tossing and turning in bed, regretting that third glass of wine.
It’s the ultimate conundrum, illustrating the strange relationship between alcohol and sleep. Alcohol makes you sleepy, but drinking alcohol is also bad for sleep. What is it about this substance that impacts our ability to get restful sleep? What is “drunk sleep” and why should you be worried about it? And how can you enjoy a night on the town without suffering through a lousy night of sleep afterward?
We dug up some answers to these questions that both surprised and enlightened us.
Why Does Alcohol Inhibit Sleep?
It’s not just your imagination. It is easier to fall asleep after a glass of wine, but it’s harder to stay that way. Alcohol is a sedative, and so it sparks feelings of drowsiness. But alcohol reduces the rapid eye movement stage — the sort of deep sleep you need to feel rested and reinvigorated. When you skimp on REM sleep, you may wake up frequently or you may simply feel tired, as though you didn’t sleep at all last night when, in reality, you got your full eight hours.
Alcohol can also spark short bouts of sleep apnea, in which the sleeping body “forgets” to breathe. These long pauses also mess with REM sleep and make you feel extra tired from all the added effort of stopping and starting a sleep schedule.
What Is Drunk Sleep?
Alcohol is so notorious for robbing people of good sleep it’s actually earned a nickname: Drunk sleep. Drunk sleep has a number of undesirable qualities, including:
How Can I Avoid Being Asleep Drunk?
You want to enjoy a night on the town, but you still want to get decent rest, as well. The best way to do this is to stop drinking about four hours before you hit the sack. This may mean getting an earlier start on the night or planning to stay up later when you return home so that you don’t fall asleep while you’re still under the influence.
Drink plenty of water throughout the night to flush out your system. And, of course, be sure you have a designated driver to get you back to your home safely. Follow these guidelines and drunk sleep can be a thing of the past, giving you the rest you need to recover after a night on the town.
]]>Whether through e-mails, Facebook messages or other avenues, we hear the above complaints from our customers all the time. It seems no one is getting the right type of rest, even though they may be getting the recommended eight hours of sleep. This led us to wonder: Why are people always feeling tired despite the fact that they’re sleeping enough? We decided to investigate, and we were mighty surprised by what we found.
]]>“Why am I always so tired?”
“I am always tired.”
“I have no energy, but I get enough sleep.”
Whether through e-mails, Facebook messages or other avenues, we hear the above complaints from our customers all the time. It seems no one is getting the right type of rest, even though they may be getting the recommended eight hours of sleep. This led us to wonder: Why are people always feeling tired despite the fact that they’re sleeping enough? We decided to investigate, and we were mighty surprised by what we found.
Here are five reasons you may feel tired even when you’re getting enough rest.
A car can’t run without gas, and the human body can’t run without nutrient-rich food. If you eat too much sugar, not enough protein or avoid entire food groups, you’re not giving your body the nourishment it needs. This can result in feelings of lethargy and exhaustion.
Solve the problem by balancing your plate. Aim for at least one fruit and one vegetable per meal, and don’t be afraid of carbs. They provide the energy that keeps you going all day.
Anemia, or low blood iron, may be the culprit in your exhaustion if you’re also experiencing these other symptoms:
Your doctor can test you for anemia at the office and quickly put you on medicine and a diet plan to treat the problem.
Like anemia, thyroid troubles often fly under the radar. Their symptoms mimic so many other disorders that it can be hard to pin down a thyroid problem. This small gland regulates your body’s metabolism. When the thyroid is underactive, you may feel fatigue and weakness. Women are most susceptible to thyroid problems — especially women over age 40.
It may not be you aren’t getting enough rest. It may be you’re not getting the right kind of rest. Sleep apnea is a disorder that messes with the quality of your sleep. Those who suffer from sleep apnea suddenly stop breathing many times throughout the night. However, they can’t feel these short intervals. When they awake, they have no idea they were gasping for air.
Sleep apnea prevents you from getting the REM sleep you need to feel fully rested. Even if you sleep more, you won’t shake that lack of energy. Thankfully, this is a treatable condition.
Talk about an unexpected culprit. Most people know food allergies can cause unpleasant side effects, such as intestinal distress. But they can also make you feel exhausted. Food intolerances manifest themselves in many different ways. Those who are allergic to gluten, in particular, report feeling sluggish when they accidentally ingest some of this controversial substance.
The next time you wonder, “Why do I always feel so tired?”, remember this list and make an appointment with your doctor to make sure your body is healthy. Also, make sure you exercise good sleeping habits for a good night's sleep.
]]>Selecting a quality mattress isn’t only a matter of choosing a piece of furniture. Enjoying a good night’s sleep can affect your health in multiple ways. It can help improve memory, reduce inflammation, increase creativity, sharpen one’s attention, help maintain a healthy weight and increase both athletic and academic performance.
]]>Selecting a quality mattress isn’t only a matter of choosing a piece of furniture. Enjoying a good night’s sleep can affect your health in multiple ways. It can help improve memory, reduce inflammation, increase creativity, sharpen one’s attention, help maintain a healthy weight and increase both athletic and academic performance.
As you look for a new mattress, you’re likely bombarded with ads showing new mattresses for sale, or TV or radio ads touting excellent mattress deals. You probably wonder- “Who can deliver a mattress and how much will it cost?” You also browse the internet to research mattresses, and you come across an interesting concept: getting a mattress delivered to your home in a box.
The mattress in a box phenomenon has gained tremendous popularity in a short period. Many benefits come with ordering a bed in a box, so it’s easy to see why it’s quickly becoming a favored option. Let’s take a closer look at the popularity of purchasing a mattress online and having it shipped it in a box, the background of the industry, and your best choice for purchasing a mattress in a box.
Lately, consumers have shied away from the experience of buying a mattress in a retail setting. There are too many choices, and shoppers are constantly bombarded with options. Buying a mattress at a conventional furniture store is a confusing process. There are many different brands and types of mattresses, all of which are presented in an environment that is specifically designed to confuse customers.
At mattress showrooms, shoppers often get to the point where they feel they need to spend a high-dollar amount or risk suffering through another sleepless night. They may spend between $3,000 and $5,000 when a mattress with superior quality would cost less than $1,000 online.
All of this confusion can cause customers to feel like they’re shopping for a car, rather than for a mattress. Part of the confusion is due to the varying prices of in-store mattresses. When you buy from a company online, the prices are usually fixed, so you don’t have to search constantly for the better deal for the same product.
Confusion leads to profits, according to a former salesperson at a brick-and-mortar store. The same products may have more than one name, so consumers have a difficult time shopping by comparison. Arbitrary pricing leaves the consumer questioning the exact product differences, as well as the advantages of each and what makes one product superior to another.
The complexity of purchasing a mattress at a retail store seems unnecessary. No one needs a salesperson pushing the mattress they make the highest commission on.
Consumers want comfort, quality, and convenience.
They want simplicity.
Increasingly, consumers — especially younger generations whose careers and busy lives allow them less time for shopping — have opted to purchase online instead. Shopping online allows them to avoid the time spent driving to the store, figuring out what mattress best suits their needs, trying to determine the truth of the salesperson’s statements, and then worrying about how they will get it home and to their bedroom. Many retail stores tack on a minimum of $50 extra for delivery.
Within the last several years, companies started making mattresses that can be shipped directly to your home in a box — and the concept has gained a great deal of popularity. By removing the hassle of purchasing a mattress at the showroom, you can enjoy simple, stress-free buying and experience great savings. The online retailer doesn’t need to pay the showroom overhead — thus reducing the cost to the consumer. And shoppers can browse online at their own convenience, without having to be at home when the delivery van shows up.
The design simplicity of the mattresses has also reduced the complexity of the buying process. There aren’t as many options, but consumers enjoy a quality product at a fraction of the retail cost. Shipping is easy and worry-free, and many companies offer free shipping options along with a money-back guarantee if the customer isn’t completely satisfied within a certain number of days.
Ask anyone who’s had difficulty getting a mattress up narrow stairs or into a small apartment, and they’ll likely assert that one of the benefits of shipping a mattress directly to your door is not dealing with the possibility that it won’t fit into tight spaces on the way to its final destination.
It’s easy to see why people are opting to purchase their mattresses online and have them shipped to their homes in a box: the process is easy from the moment you place your order on the phone or over the internet to the moment it’s delivered to your door.
Let’s take a closer look at the background of this industry that continues to grow in popularity.
E-commerce has influenced almost everything we buy, and mattresses are no different. As recently as two years ago, startup companies started investing in the idea that many consumers would consider purchasing their mattress online. Millennials, in particular, showed great interest in this option, as they’re accustomed to making online purchases, and they tend to lead busy lifestyles that don’t allow a lot of time for shopping in stores.
Mattresses are traditionally purchased in stores, but more and more consumers started realizing that this isn’t their only option. Many people started turning to online mattress stores for the following reasons:
Now that we’ve discussed the benefits of the industry — as well as its background, let’s take a look at your best option for buying a mattress online and having it delivered to your door.
Some bed-in-a-box companies started as a result of the online mattress sales craze, but CRāVE cautions against purchasing from cheap mattress stores online — such stores evolved only in response to the current trend.
CRāVE prides itself on being a mattress company — not a sales company like many of its competitors. It’s one of the most experienced companies that manufacture a bed-in-a-box, with 23 years of mattress-manufacturing experience and 90 years of overall experience with mattresses.
Ordering from CRāVE is incredibly simple. After you buy your mattress online, it will be shipped within 3-4 days, and you enjoy free delivery via FedEx after you place the order. CRāVE also wants you to have ample time to decide if the mattress is right for you. Instead of spending 10 minutes lying on it in a store, CRāVE gives you 100 nights to decide. CRāVE offers a money back guarantee, so if you aren’t enjoying your best sleep within 100 days, they’ll pick up the mattress at no cost to you and offer you a full refund.
Many products sold in America are manufactured overseas, but CRāVE appreciates the value of making its products in America, keeping jobs here in the States. How is this a benefit to you? When products or materials are made overseas, their quality is questionable. You will sleep on your mattress every night, so safety and quality are prime concerns. Although the low price of purchasing a mattress that is manufactured overseas can be inviting, the lifespan and safety of the materials cannot be guaranteed. When you are sleeping in a bed every night, that is big risk to take.
When you choose CRāVE, you can be confident knowing you’re sleeping on a well-made, safe mattress. CRāVE continues to demonstrate that its customers are its prime concern, respecting the need for decent-paying jobs for Americans. The company is dedicated to keeping its manufacturing on US soil, whereas many other companies manufacture their mattresses and parts outside of the US.
CRāVE is not required to certify its memory foam under CertiPur-US, but it has chosen to do so to ensure its customers receive a mattress made with the highest attention to safety.
To be certified CertiPUR-US, foams used in the mattresses must have:
In addition, low volatile organic compound emissions for indoor air quality must be less than 0.5 parts per million.
CRāVE is dedicated to creating mattresses with superior quality that can be delivered to your door in a box.
CRāVE is an American mattress store, from manufacturing through delivery. CRāVE founder Amanda Grigg was determined to keep CRāVE manufacturing stateside, and her company is based in the world’s furniture capital: High Point, North Carolina.
The furniture industry has roots in High Point from as early as the seventeenth century, where early English settlers produced functional furniture on a small scale. The economic landscape shifted during the Reconstruction Era, and North Carolina gained further momentum in the furniture industry. Developers were attracted to High Point — it offered cheap labor, a prime location and excellent transportation options.
Between 1890 and 1900, 38 new furniture stores open in North Carolina, 13 of which were located in High Point. It was known as the leading furniture center of the south by the turn of the century.
Marketing in the 20th century gave rise to a new furniture landscape. Catalogs became popular methods and manufacturers recognized the need to display their furniture for sale to dealers and the public. In 1905, the first furniture exposition was held in High Point in 1905, and in 1921, a Southern Furniture Exposition Building opened — 10 stories, 249,000 feet, and $2 million.
High Point continued to grow over the years, becoming an international trade fair for furniture. Today, it remains a central hub for quality furniture at a discounted price.
CRāVE remains true to High Point’s roots, and it was founded on the passion to create mattresses for a good night’s sleep. Amanda’s work for her family’s mattress company for fifteen years, along with her knowledge of e-commerce and the internet, led her to create a mattress she could offer her customers at a lower price than the traditional mattress stores.
Traditional mattress stores pass on their increased costs to the consumer, and Amanda was on a mission to change the mattress-buying landscape. She embarked on a quest with her family and other professionals to engage in research and development to create a foam mattress at a reasonable price, as well as a compressed mattress.
Amanda understood the benefits that only an innerspring mattress offers, and she wanted to combine those benefits with the convenience of a bed-in-a-box. She also realized that retailers’ price markups were a result of overhead and advertising. CRāVE purchases materials directly from suppliers to keep costs low and have a direct relationship with the people who spin the yarn, pour the foam and coil the springs.
CRāVE currently offers two types of mattresses, where other companies only offer one:
This hybrid mattress, which means it provides both innerspring and memory foam support. A plush mattress option, it differs from the foam mattress, as the innerspring offers pressure-point support. The pressure-point support is attainable because the support from the coils will relieve some of the pressure of your joint pain. No matter which way you move in the bed, you won’t disturb your partner sleeping beside you. There’s no transfer of motion, which means a longer and less interrupted sleep.
The plush innerspring mattress gives you the soft plush top with the comfortable surface, along with the expertly made pocketed coils, so it feels as though you’re sleeping on a cloud while your joints receive the perfect amount of support. CRāVE chose the pocketed coil spring instead of the open coil, offset coil or continuous coil because they believe the pocketed coil offers the most comfort at the best value.
The innerspring mattress is sensitive to temperature and features an “open cell” structure, meaning the mattress foam features tiny pockets of air that may be punctured. Individual cells have small openings in their cell walls, so air pressure can spread to other cells when the foam is compressed. An open cell structure promotes airflow throughout the mattress.
CRāVE’s foam mattresses are firmer, while the innerspring mattresses are plusher. Though CRāVE sells both, innerspring mattresses account for 99% of its sales. Both mattresses boast durability — they have a ten-year lifespan, and they are certified at the highest levels of CertiPUR-US. Unlike many of the competitors, CRāVE’s mattresses are environmentally friendly. The bio-based foams are partially made from soybeans.
Your bedroom is your sanctuary, so CRāVE has designed mattresses to reflect your need for a peaceful night’s rest in your haven. Both mattresses offer supreme comfort and style to make your bedroom the place you can sleep and dream without interruption. CRāVE has carefully crafted and researched every aspect of the mattress — even the fabric was designed to be soft, durable and beautiful.
CRāVE knows the mattress industry and can offer you the best product at the most reasonable price. No matter what size you choose — from twin to king — CRāVE can ship your new mattress to your door at no cost to you, and you’ll be able to carry it into your home with no hassle.
CRāVE’s staff has almost a century of combined experience working in the mattress industry, and the company has spent years perfecting its products. If you want to work with mattress professionals who offer simplicity, honesty, and amazing products, explore the CRāVE difference.
This firm memory foam mattress is latex and foam mattress with back support. A firm mattress option, the memory foam construction breathes well and offers unsurpassed comfort for a mattress in this class. Though made with the same foam core as the innerspring mattress, the memory foam mattress has very dense foam as part of its core.
CRāVE uses a memory foam with a quick response. The greater the response in memory foam, the more comfortable your night will be. You won’t feel like you’re climbing out of a hole in your mattress, where it’s been depressed by your body.
Some companies offer memory foam mattresses with minimal airflow, but CRāVE’s memory foam mattresses use latex and memory foam, thereby increasing the airflow so you can sleep better while remaining cooler. CRāVE is one of the few companies to use both memory foam and latex. CRāVE’s egg-crate technology not only increases the airflow — it also keeps the temperature cooler and limits moisture.
The antibacterial properties of the latex used in CRāVE mattresses resist dust mites, as well as the growth of mildew and fungus. The durability of latex means that the mattresses manufactured by CRāVE can last up to ten years. The latex is of natural origin, and no cases of allergic reactions have been reported. During the manufacturing process, the latex is washed at high temperatures, which means the proteins that could cause allergic reactions are denatured. Additionally, the mattress cover protects the skin from coming into contact with the latex.
Memory foam mattresses also offer the ultimate experience in comfort. They conform to the shape of your body, offering additional support and providing relief, especially if you suffer from back pain. CRāVE spent years studying other companies to see what hasn’t worked with their memory foam products, and it has created a product that’s superior in both design and comfort
The 12-inch luxury plush innerspring mattress is handcrafted, and the latex design is hypoallergenic, which means it resists dust mites, mold, and mildew. It provides a two-to-three second recovery support without sinking in. CRāVE’s mattresses are without the disadvantages of other mattresses, whose slow recovery movements have the potential to restrict your movements.
CRāVE’s hybrid innerspring mattress offers the perfect plush feel that only a coiled innerspring can give, along with the comforts found in memory foam, to give you a resilient plush mattress. Sometimes memory foam alone isn’t enough support for someone who sleeps hot or has hip pain. The pressure-point support of the CRāVE hybrid innerspring mattress will help relieve some of the pressure that can contribute to joint pain.
The experts at CRāVE spent over three years designing the perfect innerspring hybrid mattress with the ultimate goal of exceeding customer expectations. CRāVE’s innerspring mattress is luxurious, and it combines memory foam with innerspring coils. Not everyone wants the firmer sleep offered by the foam core, and CRāVE is the only company to give you the plush feel of the innerspring mattress delivered right to your door.
One of the few criticisms of the foam mattresses offered by bed-in-a-box companies is that it’s firm. In fact, it’s actually considered too firm for some people. By offering the innerspring mattress, CRāVE appeals to an entire group of consumers who may not otherwise consider purchasing their mattresses online.
Simply put, CRāVE’s innerspring mattress is superior to other similar mattresses on the market. It combines unique craftsmanship with the ability to ship the mattress to you in a box — you simply can’t enjoy the same benefits when you look elsewhere. CRāVE ships innerspring mattresses in a box, without causing damaging or sacrificing quality.
CRāVE is the only mattress company that will ship an innerspring mattress in a box, directly to your front door.
When you’re in the market for a high quality mattress at an affordable price, you’re faced with many decisions. Buying a mattress online is a great option, as long as you order it from a company you trust.
There are many reasons why consumers across the country turn to CRāVE:
CRāVE’s goal is to support you in getting a better night’s sleep and help you enjoy your mattress-buying process. The experts at CRāVE work hard to ensure each customer who purchases a mattress will enjoy a hassle-free shopping experience and receive a superior product.
CRāVE is committed to its mission of making sure you enjoy the best night’s sleep, and its superior products make it the top choice when you’re thinking about purchasing a new mattress and having it delivered to your home in an easy-to-handle box. Whether you want the firmer memory foam mattress or the plusher innerspring coil mattress, CRāVE is the choice for you.
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Can’t sleep? The person you share your bed with may be to blame. Many people are completely compatible outside the bedroom, but when it comes to sleeping patterns, they don’t match up with their sleeping partners. Is it time to find a new significant other?
]]>Can’t sleep? The person you share your bed with may be to blame. Many people are completely compatible outside the bedroom, but when it comes to sleeping patterns, they don’t match up with their sleeping partners. Is it time to find a new significant other?
No, no, no. You don’t need to do anything that drastic. There are other solutions. Here are our tips on how to sleep better when your honey won’t stop twisting or turning or snoring or kicking. We promise a better night’s rest is on the way!
If you or your partner often find you can’t sleep, the white noise machine could be the answer to your prayers. Many couples say this machine, which makes a pleasant whirring sound, helps them get to sleep faster and stay asleep longer. The white noise masks the sounds your partner makes that you may find distracting, such as snoring or talking in their sleep.
Have you always slept on the left side while your partner is on the right? It’s time to shake things up. Swap places for a week and see if you start to sleep better. Sometimes just doing something different can improve your sleep patterns. You’ll notice the mattress indentations will be different, and you could find your back feels better with the new support as well.
The number one complaint for many couples is their partner stealing the blanket in the middle of the night. There’s nothing worse than waking up shivering because your sweetheart yanked away the blanket when they turned over. That’s why some couples swear by using separate blankets on the bed. One person no longer hogs the covers, and it prevents a lot of fights over a silly issue.
If your partner’s restlessness goes beyond the usual nighttime twists and turns, or they are a heavy snorer, it may be time to seek professional help. Your significant other could be suffering from sleep apnea or another serious condition that inhibits sleep. Talk to a doctor about how to seek treatment. Losing weight can help ease sleep apnea or snoring, as can sleeping on your side.
Maybe Ozzie and Harriet, the ‘50s sitcom couple who famously slept in separate beds on-screen, were on to something. When all else fails, you may want to consider getting separate beds for you and your significant other. The gains you’ll make in sleep and cognitive function will fully justify the added expense, and it may actually help your relationship. You’ll be much more sympathetic toward your mate if you don’t feel as though they’re hijacking your good sleep. At CRaVE Mattress, we can help you find a high quality mattress and bed that fits your needs.
By using these tips, you can restore harmony to your bedroom and finally get the quality sleep you desire. Remember, it is possible to get a good night’s sleep alongside your significant other, as long as you’re both willing to try new solutions.
]]>Do you ever feel like it’s impossible to get a good night’s sleep? You start the night with the best of intentions. You get ready for bed at a reasonable hour and lay down to go to sleep. But the sleep just isn’t coming. You try counting sheep and making yourself a glass of warm milk and even grabbing the dullest novel on your bookshelf in hopes of solving your sleeping problems.
]]>Do you ever feel like it’s impossible to get a good night’s sleep? You start the night with the best of intentions. You get ready for bed at a reasonable hour and lay down to go to sleep. But the sleep just isn’t coming. You try counting sheep and making yourself a glass of warm milk and even grabbing the dullest novel on your bookshelf in hopes of solving your sleeping problems.
But it’s no use. You’re still awake, and you can’t figure out why. You even limited your caffeine intake and skipped the after-dinner wine.
Turns out your problem sleeping could be caused not by what you’re avoiding, but what you’re doing. Specifically, how much time you’re spending on social media. New research suggests sleep problems in adults may be caused by excessive usage of social media. But before you delete your Instagram account, here’s the scoop.
Why Does Social Media Impact Sleep?
There are many reasons social media can keep you from getting a good night of sleep, including:
How to Fix Sleep Problems Caused by Social Media
You’re convinced your problems sleeping stem from social media, but what can you do about it? The obvious answer would be to quit cold turkey, shutting down your accounts and tearing yourself away from them permanently.
But this isn’t realistic for many people. You may have some loved ones who only interact with you through Facebook or work groups that pass messages on the social networking sites.
Instead, try limiting your social media consumption during the day and setting a cutoff point for social media at night. For instance, you might tell yourself you can check Facebook twice at work, during your lunch and coffee breaks, and then stop checking social media two hours before bedtime each night.
If you follow these suggestions, you should be able to slowly wean yourself off social media and start to solve your sleep problems. Your anxiety will lessen and you will undoubtedly find yourself falling asleep more quickly.
]]>Is there anything better than lying in bed and binging on the best movies on Netflix? Our personal favorite is themed Netflix binging. You pick a certain subject, and you watch a bunch of movies about it. Of course, with the weather quickly warming, we’re eager to watch movies about summer!
]]>Is there anything better than lying in bed and binging on the best movies on Netflix? Our personal favorite is themed Netflix binging. You pick a certain subject, and you watch a bunch of movies about it. Of course, with the weather quickly warming, we’re eager to watch movies about summer!
Here’s our guide to the best Netflix movies to watch this summer.
Surfers spend their lives searching for the perfect wave in this documentary from Bruce Brown, which follows two surfers around the world as they attempt to make summer last forever. The idea is to hit every time zone so that the summer never ends.
You have to include a movie that actually has a song titled “Summer Lovin’.” “Grease” tells the story of a sweet summer romance that’s rekindled back at school, despite the two characters’ vast personality differences. John Travolta hits a lot of high notes in this career-making performance.
Summer is the time for romance, and this movie about an unlikely attraction between a British shopkeeper and the world’s most beloved actress is one of the most romantic you’ll find on Netflix. It stars Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts in their charming, adorable prime.
Four best friends pledge to wear the same pair of pants over one magical summer. Though all the girls have very different experiences, the sisterhood of the pants helps keep them close. And you’ll wonder forever how many pairs of pants they had to make in real life to accommodate all the scenes in the movie.
One of the most famous movie quotes of all time — “There’s no crying in baseball!” — comes from this film about the girls of summer, the women who played in the American baseball leagues during World War II when the men were busy fighting abroad. While it’s funny and poignant, it’s also educational and will make you want to take in a game or two this summer.
This 2001 spoof of camp-themed summer movies like “Meatballs” features lots of actors who went on to become household names, such as Amy Poehler, Paul Rudd and Bradley Cooper. They have a great time making fun of the standard camp movies and turn stereotypical film developments on their heads for deep belly laughs.
During the historic summer when America put a man on the moon, a family takes a vacation near Woodstock. The mom, played by Diane Lane, thinks she’s relatively happy in her marriage until she meets a man played by Viggo Mortensen. They help show why the free love moment was so popular decades ago.
You can’t go wrong with any of these summer movies on Netflix. So pop a big bag of popcorn and dive right into these great films. When you’ve finished your binge, you can tell us what Netflix summer movies to put on our radar. We’re always eager for suggestions!
]]>We admit it. We’re totally obsessed with sleep. We love curling up on our bed with a warm blanket on top of us and a soft pillow beneath our head, and snoozing to our heart’s content.
]]>We admit it. We’re totally obsessed with sleep. We love curling up on our bed with a warm blanket on top of us and a soft pillow beneath our head, and snoozing to our heart’s content.
There are many sleep benefits you can reap from catching extra shut-eye, too. Sleep helps:
But sleeping benefits go far beyond those factors. There’s another reason people always say, “I love to sleep,” and it has nothing to do with anything quite so practical. The fact is, sleeping is fun! It’s relaxing. It’s a great way to leave tension and stress behind. And it’s so easy to do.
Apparently, people around the Internet are just as obsessed with sleep as we are, because we found a lot of funny memes about sleeping. These memes perfectly depict our love affair with sleep. If you have recently told someone, “I love sleeping,” then you need to check these out!
1. Sorry You Can’t Sleep
We aren’t proud of it, but sometimes we enjoy sleep even more when we know we’re sleeping and someone else isn’t. Consider this hysterical meme about morning wakeup time.
It almost makes you feel guilty for not having to wake up. Almost.
2. Why Do I Love Sleep so Much?
You’ve probably pondered this question when waking up from a long nap or realizing you overslept yet again. Well, have no fear, Keanu is here! Keanu Reeves has the answer for why your obsession with sleep may not even be your fault.
3. Hey, Are You Sleeping?
One of our pet peeves is people contacting us in the middle of the night to ask if we’re sleeping. Of course we’re sleeping! We love sleep! The bigger question is, why aren’t those people sleeping, and will they realize the error of their ways if they see this funny baby sleep meme?
4. Dare to Dream
The smartest people know that you should never give up on your dreams. Where would our country be if our great politicians and scientists and doctors and astronauts and lawyers didn’t follow their dreams? This funny meme tells us dreaming is always a good idea, whether it stems from actual sleep or not.
5. I Need Some Sleep!
The very worst feeling in the world may be exhaustion. When you don’t get enough sleep, you become bleary-eyed, grumpy, sloth-like and — say, did we mention grumpy? In fact, you might look a lot like this cute guy, who illustrates a meme about lack of sleep that everyone can relate to.
6. You Are Special
How can you tell we really like you? When we forego sleep to send you a text, as illustrated in this adorable meme with Raven-Symone of “The Cosby Show.”
7. How Much Do I Love to Sleep?
Nothing quite says, “I’m sleep-obsessed” like dreaming about sleep while you are actually asleep, right?
8. What I Look Like While I Sleep
There are a lot of memes about “what I really look like when I [fill in the blank here],” and sleep is no exception. This one made us laugh out loud.
9. Why I Need Sleep
You feel like a disaster when you don’t get enough sleep, as this American psycho illustrates.
10. The More Sleep, the Better
We’ve all heard you should get at least eight hours of sleep per night. We like to err on the upside of eight hours — as in way, way more than prescribed.
We’re betting after seeing these memes, you’re ready to take a nap. But after you’re done, let us know what your favorite sleep memes are in the comments!
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