Mattresses have been around for thousands of years, and their evolution has been a fascinating one. From humble beginnings as simple mats made of straw, leaves, and animal skins, to the luxurious and comfortable beds we sleep on today, the history of mattresses is a story of human ingenuity, innovation, and comfort.

The earliest recorded use of mattresses dates back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Persia. In these cultures, mattresses were made from simple materials like reeds, wool, and even feathers!  These materials were arranged in a flat layer and then covered with animal hides or woven fabrics.

Over time, as trade and travel between different cultures increased, new materials and techniques for making mattresses were discovered. For example, in ancient Rome, mattresses were filled with wool, hay, or feathers, and then sewn into rectangular shapes.

During the Middle Ages, the production of mattresses became more specialized, with skilled craftspeople creating high-quality beds for the wealthy and powerful. These mattresses were often stuffed with down, wool, or strangely, even hair, and covered with fine fabrics like silk or velvet.

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Sleepy cuties!

Choosing a proper bed mattress is far and away among the foremost important decisions you’ll ever make in your life. It is important because most of us spend one third of our lives in bed. But unfortunately, many of us suffer from back aches, pain, and sleepless nights thanks to uncomfortable positions and support. So to eliminate those problems, finding and selecting the proper mattress is thus a very important process.

There are soooo many models and designs of mattresses in the market, and literally thousands of retail outlets selling them. The problem, however, occurs when it involves deciding which of the available models is best to think about knowing that every piece differs in construction, features, and of course, the price. But to help you find the best material, note that of all the available types of mattresses, be it traditional spring, air, foam, or water, the most well-known and most prevalent in new, online sleep shops, is the foam mattress. For example, Casper, Helix, Layla, and many more. If you are in Canada, consider the Endy mattress, with over 20,000 reviews with an average 4.9 star rating, and a 10-year warranty.

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The woman who divorced her noisy husband told her friends that she was allergic to his snoring.   However, what she didn’t realize is that his snoring was due to allergies.

The trumpeting noise associated with snoring is generated by airflow trying to push its way through an blocked airway. While snoring is not an illness,  it can be symptomatic of other health problems,  even an allergic reaction.

Allergic rhinitis is a health condition in which the membrane lining the nose and throat become inflamed. Usually, Read more . . .

Doctor prescribed solution

With surveys showing that 40% of American adults snore frequently, it is surprising why treatments for snoring are little known to many of us. The truth is, there are many things that you can do to aid problems such as sleep apnoea and snoring. One of the first things you should know about snoring is what are the factors that promote snoring? Snoring troubles can often be attributed to such factors as alcohol usage, weight gain, and the anatomy of a person’s jaw. Read more . . .

Eliminate snoring

Eliminate snoring

Are you wondering if snoring is a problem that you can pass on to your kids? Sadly, the answer is yes, you can. According to a research study published in the journal “Chest”, children that have at least one parent who snored were 3 times more likely to snore themselves when compared to children whose parents had no snoring problem. The study was undertaken in order to more accurately determine the inheritance of snoring due to the fact that snoring is “the primary sign of sleep-disordered breathing”. Read more . . .