Friday, January 13, 2012

Pillow Talk

The right pillow should comfortably provide support for your head and neck. Here are some pillow tips:

Know what's inside. The most common fills for pillows are down feathers, synthetic/polyester fibers and foam. Natural goose down feather pillows are long-lasting and excellent in terms of comfort, but can be a bit pricey. A more cost-friendly option are synthetic/polyester fiber pillows, which are generally hypoallergenic, feel like down and are machine washable. For firmer support, spongy memory foam and Tempur-Pedic pillows are the way to go. Foam pillows retain heat, so if you're a hot sleeper, foam is not for you.

The higher the thread count in a pillow the more durable and plush it will feel. A fluffier a pillow provides better cushioning and is longer lasting. A fluffy pillow also means that fresh air is still able to travel through it. A deflated and flat pillow is not ideal for giving comfortable support. To test fluffiness, fold a pillow in half and see if it unfolds on its own or give it a big hug and see if it fluffs back up. If not, you might want to look for a new pillow.

If you sleep on your back, make sure you get a fluffier pillow that lifts your head and chin, which helps with breathing and snoring.

SmartToes Toe Stretchers and Straightener unique design are beneficial to stretching, as well as hammer toe. SmartToes also provide hammer toe treatment, bunion treatment and overall relief for stressed out feet.

SmartToes are available at Duane Reade.

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