If I told you that a blanket can help you fall asleep faster, reduce your stress level and improve your mood, would you believe me? Weighted blankets are more popular than ever because they reduce anxiety and improve sleep. Keep reading to find out how weighted blankets work, their benefits and we recommend several options.
What is a weighted blanket ?
Weighted blankets are heavier than ordinary blankets weighing between 10 and 20 pounds. The additional weight minimizes sudden movements helps regulates sleep. But how do they work? Weighted blankets are filled with glass beads which distribute their weight evenly over your body. They act on the neurological level by reducing physical agitation and putting pressure on the body. It will keep you calm, slowing down your heart rate and dropping your blood pressure. The weight of the blanket increases serotonin and melatonin levels, the hormones responsible for regulating your sleeping pattern and mood. It is easier to fall asleep once those two hormones levels are higher. The weighted blanket can also decrease cortisol levels, the stress hormone, which will help you feel calmer.
As mentioned above, there is different weights available for the blankets; 10 pounds, 12 pounds, 15 pounds and 20 pounds. The weight of the blanket should represent 10% of your actual weight to reap all the benefits.
Choosing a weighted blanket – the options:
Gravid
Gravid’s weighted blankets are made of Tencel, a super soft, eco-friendly fabric. They also are 28% largerthat the other weighted blankets on the market and are machine washable. The cover can even go in the drier. They have several options in their product line including: the cooling cover, the MicroPlush cover and the weighted sleep mask. The weighted blanket ranges from $129 – $159.
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Casper
Well-known for their mattress, Casper also has a variety of weighted blankets. They are the only brand, currently that offers 3 different weighted blanket options – 10, 15 and 20 pounds. The quilted channels keep the micro-bead fill evenly distributed to hug your body better and keep you comfortably cool. The prices range from $219 and $239 and shipping is free in Canada.
Endy
The Endy weighted blanket comes is available in the 15 pound option and is recommended for a sleeper weighing between 125-190 pounds. The blanket cover is reversible and is machine washable. The blanket costs $195 and the delivery within Canada is free, making it one of the most affordable options.
Dormez-vous
If you would rather see the options in person, visit Dormez-vous. They offer two different weighted blankets, the Premium and the Basic. The Premium is available in 15 or 20 pounds and has a micro-plush machine washable cover. It retails for $219. The Basic weights 12 pounds and does not come with a cover. It is machine washable and costs $179.
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