Sleep and rest goes hand in hand in providing us with the energy we need all throughout the day. Whether we are nocturnal or diurnal human beings, we need to have a perfect sleep to be able to proceed with our daily activities.

Silkeborg, Denmark -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/15/2014 -- Sleep and proper rest is very essential for us to attain our maximum potential. However, their importance is under recognized as a public health problem. According to a survey done in 2008 in the US, approximately 29% of adults reported sleeping less than 7 hours daily and 70 million have chronic sleep and wakefulness disorder. Adults tend to forget that we too need to sleep at least 8 hours a day.

One of the things which impacts adult's sleeping and waking life would be the materials we use when we are sleeping. For instance, we must consider the quality of the mattresses and the pillows we use to sleep. In fact, according to the 2008 Better Sleep Month (BSM) National Survey which was sponsored by the Better Sleep Council, respondents who get 7 to 8 hours of sleep everyday are among those who sleep on newer mattresses. The survey also revealed that those respondents who sleep on newer mattresses are the ones who participate on strenuous physical activities on their waking hours compared to those who sleep on old mattresses.

There are a lot of factors though to be considered in determining whether a mattress is opt for replacement. Although mattress manufacturers conclude that a mattress should last 7 to 15 years, one must still consider the weight of the person who is using the mattress and the number of years the mattress have been used. These factors should be considered to make sure that the mattress is still able to function properly based on its support and materials.

Sleep and proper rest also contributes to a lot of health factors which are very important to kids and adults alike. The Harvard Woman's Health Watch suggested six reasons why we need to get enough sleep. 1 – Sleep helps the brain to retain new information to memory through a process called memory consolidation. Thus, on studies, people who sleep after learning a task tend to pass a test about that particular task later. 2 – Sleep affects our weight and metabolism. People who lack sleep tend to store carbohydrates. Thus altering the body's hormonal levels which affects our appetite. 3 – Lack of sleep also contributes to greater chances to participate in accidents, medical errors, mishaps and falls. 4 – Lack of sleep also affects one's mood. It may result to irritability, mood swings and inability to concentrate. Most people who lack sleep also tend to deviate from the things they love doing because of too much tiredness. 5 – Serious sleeping disorders result to hypertension, irregular heartbeat and increase in stress hormone level. 6 – Sleep deprivation may also affect the body's immune system, including the activities of the body's killer cells. Studies have shown that sleeping regularly at recommended length may help fight cancer.

Thus it is really important to consider the environment and the materials we use, such as puder, whenever we sleep. Let us consider the factors which affects the length of time we spend in sleeping and make sure that our mattress and pillows are at its best. To make sure we are sleeping on good materials, we can check Skandinavisk Dynekompagni. After all, this is the first step we can take on our way to better health.

About Scandinavian Quilt Company
Scandinavian Quilt Company is a Danish owned shop, whose mission is to provide our customers with duvets, pillows, towels, blankets etc. at the best prices. They have a wide range of products to choose from, which makes it possible for them to offer the leading brands on the market at discount prices - without compromising either design or quality.

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Silkeborg, Midtjylland -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/04/2014 -- They are more than just security blankets. They are hugs of weighted love.

Weighted blankets are famous as cure for children with autism as they enhance sensory input, relieve anxiety, stress, and other issues related to autism. But researches revealed that the benefits of using weighted blankets are far beyond cure for autistic children. Nowadays, there is an increasing number of parents who patronize the use of weighted blankets to help their kids, especially the high-energy ones get a sound sleep.

Keith Zivalich, product developer of a famous weighted blanket in Valencia, California, said that "The extra pressure on the body is helpful for kids of all kinds, but particularly for kids with autism and sensory processing disorder. The added weight causes the brain to release neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine that improve moods and induce a calming effect."

Weighted blankets are particularly used to enhance body consciousness, to calm and develop concentration and focus, and to reduce sensory seeking behavior. Considered as life-saving devices, weighted blankets are intensively used by children who are distracted and unorganized so that they may stay focused, to halt the behavior of constantly touching other people and breaking things, stop children from abusing themselves, and deter exhibition acts that eventually develop into fearful and aggressive behaviors when specific sensory stimuli is being sensed. Moreover, these love-hugging blankets help children who are having a hard time sleeping to get proper sleep, cannot focus on a task, feel distressed when transitioning from one activity to another, and help those who are prone to throwing tantrums when in public to calm down.

Weighted blankets are ideal to use for newborn babies, even without being diagnosed with autism. Apart from the warmth embrace of their mothers and family members once they are born, weighted blankets also help in providing them comfort to their yet undeveloped nervous system. Parents have started using this method to make sure that their newborn kids won't suffer from autism at any point in their lives. Some attest that the use of weighted blankets are even more effective than putting a child in a restraint and discipline him in a military-like way, or give them medicines prescribed by medical specialists in worse case scenarios.

Weighted blankets are now being called by many as a "therapeutic miracle". These are non-invasive, socially acceptable, subtle and convenient to use so there is really no harming in trying them. Bring therapy to every family's home and let the children feel the weighted love the moment they are born.

About Skandinavisk Dynekompagni
Scandinavian Quilt Company is a Danish owned shop whose mission is to provide their customers with duvets, pillows, towels, blankets, etc. for the best prices. They have a large range which makes it possible for them to offer the leading brands on the market at discounted prices – without compromising either design or quality. They sell products for everyday use, which is why they see it as their duty to negotiate exclusively products where quality is top class.

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Silkeborg, Midtjylland -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/03/2014 -- Blankets should give that warmth and comfort

For a person to have a sound sleep, it is advised by experts to follow the Goldilocks rule, not too cold, not to hot but just right. "People seem to sleep best at temperatures between 62 and 70 degrees F," Alice Hoagland, PhD said, director of Insomnia Services at the Unity Sleep Disorders Center in Rochester, N.Y. When the room temperature drops too low, it can disturb one's slumber. A good blanket keeps the body warm and helps chase the chills away.

Extreme heat can disrupt one's sleep as well. "Core body temperature typically drops during the first four hours of sleep," Dr. Hoagland stated. This decline help in the body temperature help one to fall asleep, and stay this asleep. Anything that interferes with this can disturb the person's slumber.

A light to medium-warmth in a 60-something setting on the room thermostat can help a person doze off in tranquility. It is not advised to have ultra warm blankets not unless the temperature is extremely low.

Blankets should be free from allergens

"A blanket should be non-allergenic for sensitive folks," says Tracey Marks, MD, an Atlanta psychiatrist and author of Master Your Sleep. Dust mites, a common allergen that triggers asthma, thrive in blankets and other bedding. When these allergens start out one's symptoms, wheezing and sneezing may keep a person up all night.

If a person is prone to allergies, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend avoiding down-filled comforters. It is advised to wash the blankets and other bedding in a hot, preferably 130 degrees F, and dry in a hot dryer to kill the dust mites.

Blankets that ease one's stress

"In psychiatric care, weighted blankets are one of our most powerful tools for helping people who are anxious, upset, and possibly on the verge of losing control," Karen Moore said, OTR/L, an occupational therapist in Franconia, N.H. These are special type of blankets that are packed with weighted pellets that are sewn into sections to keep them well distributed. Often times, this type of blanket are marketed generally as an aid to sleep and relaxation.

"These blankets work by providing input to the deep pressure touch receptors throughout the body," Moore says. "Deep pressure touch helps the body relax. Like a firm hug, weighted blankets help us feel secure, grounded, and safe." Moore says this is the reason many people like to sleep under a comforter even in summer.

Blankets that gives that feeling of security

Toddlers are not just the ones that have security blankets. "Adults can also have serious preferences for a particular blanket," Dr. Hoagland. "Regularly using a favorite blanket for sleep can help to develop a conditioned response so that sleep onset is quicker." As a matter of fact a lot of sleep centers ask patients to carry with them their own pillow and blanket, this helps them fall into slumber more easily.

Skandinavisk Dynekompagni has a vast selection of blankets that will surely fits ones taste and needs.

About Scandinavian Quilt Company
Scandinavian Quilt Company is a Danish owned shop, whose mission is to provide our customers with duvets, pillows, towels, blankets, towels, etc. for the best prices. We have a large range, which makes it possible for us to offer the leading brands on the market at discount prices - without compromising either design or quality. We sell products for everyday use, which is why we see it as our duty to negotiate exclusively products where quality is top class.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Five health experts from different fields were invited to uncover how to make a bedroom toxin-free and a truly conducive one.

Silkeborg, Midtjylland -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/03/2014 -- People roughly consume about a third of their lives in their bedroom. So it is not that surprising that the state of one's bedroom can affect not just the quality of sleep alone, but also the level of stress, symptoms of allergy, exposure to toxins and even the sex activity.

Five experts (a sleep doctor, a stress expert, an allergist, a green lifestyle specialist, a sex coach) who were invited to a test on how to make a bedroom a truly inviting one free from any toxin provided their helpful insights.

First, there are telltale signs of mold on the walls as said by the allergist and immunologist in Verona, New Jersey, David Fost, MD. He said that it seems people are living in the ideal breeding ground for all types of molds, from Aspergillus, which is the most common cause of respiratory disease- to Cladosporium, a fungus often involved in nail infections and skin.

Dust mites which excrete a protein in their feces that can trigger sneezing and a runny nose are the next on the hit list. They can't be seen easily, but mainly they are there. Dr. Fost said that in humid areas like the Northeast, mattress would double its weight in 10 years from dust mites.

On the other hand, for a sleep pro, melatonin, a hormone that controls sleep- wake cycle is secreted at night in response to darkness. Director of the Sleep Disorders Center at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia Samuel L. Krachman, DO, said that light interferes with its production, making it harder to fall into a deep, restful sleep. He added that according to new studies, exposure to light at night could affect not only the snooze quality but also the blood pressure, glucose levels, ability to regulate body temperature.

For green experts, the pillow made of petroleum-based synthetic foam can emit volatile organic compounds that can result to headaches, nausea, and eye and throat irritation and may even contribute to asthma. Environmental-lifestyle expert Danny Seo suggested a natural latex pillow made from rubber trees. For bed sheets, organic cotton type is recommended. Same qualities as conventional cotton, organic cotton however produces without chemicals and dyes. End product is therefore more expensive yet safer.

Meanwhile, stress and trauma expert Barbara Rubel agreed that cell phones and laptops do not have any place in the bedroom because they might be potential stress-causers. Rubel's tip is to come up with an organizing solution that works for couple, for instance.

For sexpert, sex coach Amy Levine, cozy is not sexy. For her, another no-no is lack of privacy. She suggested that a bedroom owner must be sexually confident and empowered on adding items to the room.

It is needles to explain the value of a bedroom. So it is important to consider the suggestions of these five experts. After all, the bedroom is one's sanctuary that deserves a lot of pampering and attention.

About Skandinavisk Dynekompagni
Scandinavian Quilt Company is a Danish owned shop whose mission is to provide their customers with duvets, pillows, towels, blankets, etc. for the best prices. They have a large range which makes it possible for them to offer the leading brands on the market at discounted prices – without compromising either design or quality. They sell products for everyday use, which is why they see it as their duty to negotiate exclusively products where quality is top class.

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Silkeborg, Midtjylland -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/30/2014 -- The possibilities are indeed endless as quilting emerged with traditional craft, embracing bold prints and colors, minimalist design, improvisational piecing and lots of negative space.

Nowadays, young designers create modern fabrics, showing the huge evolution of quilting. Elements of bright, bold colors and patterns are common, along with extensive use of solid colors.

Just like everything that exists, quilts tell stories, set color schemes and define focal points. Quilts are distinguishable from other types of blanket because they are pieced together with a variety of cloth pieces. In selecting the best size of quilt for bed, the adage "form follows function" does really matter.

In choosing the best size, it is important to consider its functionality.

First, choose the thickness. Quilts are traditionally a thin layer of liner sandwich between cotton fabric layers. Way back then, there was no quilt thicker than two or three layers of flannel fabric. The layers are made through quilting (technique of joining at least two fabric layers by stitches or ties) in designs following the pieced embellishment of the top, either by machine or by hand. Through quilting, the fabric designs are emphasized and the lines of stitching are quite close together. Because of the thinness of quilts, impossible it would be to outline the designs as close as necessary with thick liner. Rarely, quilts are thicker than one- half inch.

Meanwhile, quilts and comforters offer different warmth and coverage. Comforters are usually two layers of fabric with loose, man-made fibers sandwiched between. However, the weights can be substantially different and it affects how large a cover is selected.

On the other hand, the length of the cover of the bed is actually the first consideration. Coverlet-sized quilts should extend more than the box spring at least one inch. Typically, quilts terminate at the head end of the bed.

Next is bedspread. A bedspread extends to the floor on both sides and at the foot end of the bed. With the cover length, bedskirts are not necessary to accommodate a pillow tuck.

In toss or scaldino, a quilt adds warmth to the bed both in function and design when folded across the foot of the bed and pulled up for a bit of extra warmth. A scaldino is a rectangular- shaped quilt, about 24 inches long and as wide as the bed plus extensions down the sides.

About Scandinavian Quilt Company
Scandinavian Quilt Company is a Danish owned shop whose mission is to provide their customers with duvets, pillows, towels, blankets, etc. for the best prices. They have a large range which makes it possible for them to offer the leading brands on the market at discounted prices – without compromising either design or quality. They sell products for everyday use, which is why they see it as their duty to negotiate exclusively products where quality is top class.

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Silkeborg, Midtjylland -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/30/2014 -- Babies are more innocent than what people usually thought about them. Many parents usually make a nursery for them, considering the best bedding, specifically.

In 2005, statistics reveal that the baby care industry in the US alone is worth around $6 billion, which includes nursery furniture and supplies.

Meanwhile, there are simple steps in ensuring the good bedding of a baby. First of all, make it safe. As usual, safety first rule must be adhered, most especially to babies. Fitted sheets with elasticized edges that fit the crib mattress warmly should be selected. This would prevent the sheet from sleeping off the mattress. In terms of a safety hazard, loose sheets are perfect. Also, it is important for babies not to get too warm while they are sleeping. Weather conditions and room temperature must be also observed. For most situations, cotton sheets work well; for cooler conditions or lesser warm, flannel sheets are a good option.

Consider next the comfort. Find the materials which can be used to personalize the bedding. There are materials that are soft and comfortable and a good crib bedding choice for the sensitive skin of baby.

Decoration is important. There are different crib bedding designs and themes that would perfectly complement the nursery decor of a baby's room. For those who prefer traditional themes, solid classic colors and designs would be the best. Modern, trendy baby crib bedding has colorful, fun patterns and unique hues.

Only a few sheets are needed. One in the wash and one on the bed. Typically, two sheets are enough because some baby bed sheets come in two sets. If the sheets are not in a set of two, consider purchasing two different sheets in similar colors to change the decor now and then.

Collect a complete baby bedding set. Usually, a baby bedding set is composed of a fitted sheet, crib bumper, dust ruffle and blanket. Although all of these items are not quite important, the additional elements coordinate the baby's room and add comfort. A baby bedding set is usually cheaper than individual bedding items. Moreover, matching bedding set easily adds personality to the baby's nursery.

Decorating a nursery room does not have to be difficult and expensive. Just always remember that every baby deserves the best in life right from the start. So it is very important that the baby bedding, more than anything else in the nursery room is so much comfortable for the baby, and manageable on the part of the one taking care of him.

About Skandinavisk Dynekompagni
Scandinavian Quilt Company is a Danish owned shop whose mission is to provide their customers with duvets, pillows, towels, blankets, etc. for the best prices. They have a large range which makes it possible for them to offer the leading brands on the market at discounted prices – without compromising either design or quality. They sell products for everyday use, which is why they see it as their duty to negotiate exclusively products where quality is top class.

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What are the considerations when choosing a bed? Is it the appearance, component, or the price?

Silkeborg, Midtjylland -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/29/2014 -- For some people, the bed is the most important furniture at home. It is the centerpiece in any bedroom sanctuary – the very reason why every part of the bed must be carefully chosen and inspected upon buying.

Below are some of the key factors to consider when buying a bed:

Every part of the bed should be non-toxic. Based on a research by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, every night, an adult person will absorb a daily dose of .802 mg of Antimony (Arsenic), .081 mg Boric Acid and .073 mg DBDPO (Decabromodiphenyl Oxide) from flame proof mattresses. This means that the mattresses and pillows must be carefully chosen as these are the common sources of toxins in bed. The bed frame is another consideration because bed frames are usually made of particle board with toxic glues and toxic sealers.

The bed should have moisture control. Contrary to what a lot of people do upon getting up in the morning, it is actually way healthier to unmake the bed in the morning. Stripping the bed and letting in sunshine and fresh air disinfect the room would be healthy. Avoid using synthetic fabrics for the mattress and beddings as these trap the moisture in the bed and do not wick body moisture.

Have an ideal bed frame. The perfect bed frame is made up of solid wool and non-toxic wood. The frame, as what is commonly seen in Europe that allows air circulation, is designed to hold wooden slats.

Have a chemical-free and adsorbent bedding. When choosing for the sheets, blankets and pillow cases, make sure they are made up of wool and silk and organic cotton. Never choose those which are being synthetically-dyed because of their chemical content. Natural latex is a good substitute to artificial and chemical loaded "memory foam" beds. Latex provide first-rate ergonomic soothe, maintaining its memory for a number of years. Natural, chemical-free latex is hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial and so will not create a friendly environment for dust mites. Avoid being fooled by stores selling mattresses advertising them as made up of pure latex. Always make sure that bed mattresses are not made up of synthetic rubbers and chemicals.

When buying a bed and its components, always make sure that it's of good quality not only in appearance but with what it can contribute to one's health as well.

About Skandinavisk Dynekompagni
Scandinavian Quilt Company is a Danish owned shop whose mission is to provide their customers with duvets, pillows, towels, blankets, etc. for the best prices. They have a large range which makes it possible for them to offer the leading brands on the market at discounted prices – without compromising either design or quality. They sell products for everyday use, which is why they see it as their duty to negotiate exclusively products where quality is top class.

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Research reveals long-term negative effects of sleep deprivation on health

Silkeborg, Denmark -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/21/2014 -- The significance of quality sleep is not a new idea. Over 2,000 years ago, Greek physician Hippocrates wrote, "disease exists if either sleep or watchfulness be excessive." A good sleep promotes overall physical and mental well-being, along with diet and exercise. A pioneering study in 1999 by Spiegel, et al. pointed out that sleep prevents premature aging.

Poor sleeping quality and duration affects one's physical, emotional, mental, and social health. It is frequently caused by obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, or restless leg syndrome. A clinical study demonstrates that lack of sleep affects work, chores, concentration, forgetfulness, mental tiredness, alertness, irritability, energy, daytime sleepiness, and social functioning.

Sleep deprivation is more common nowadays, especially in developed countries. Dr. Richard Bootzin, Director of the University of Arizona Sleep Research Laboratory, briefly summarized, "sleep is something that people generally feel they can manage on their own. People are generally proud that they are doing so well on so little sleep."

About 30 percent of working Americans do not get enough sleep, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sleep disorders have been associated with traffic and job-related accidents and elevated risks from obesity, disease, and heart attacks.

A recent survey indicates many Americans might be losing sleep due to spending the hour before bedtime in front of a mobile phone, television, or computer. Although the survey does not prove that bright light interrupts sleep, some experts suggest making an "electronic curfew" an hour before sleeping time. This means people should dim lamps and avoid watching TV or checking their e-mail.

Environmental conditions, like temperature, light, noise, and bed comfort, also play an important role in one's ability to have proper sleep. Studies prove that high sound levels during sleep can lessen its intensity, cause disruptions during the night, and increase stress hormone secretion. Intermittent sounds, like revving car or occasional honking, disturb sleep more. A study discovered that living in urban areas cause young adults to be chronically sleep deprived to some degree and affect these individuals' moods.

There are a number of ways to reduce the noise and other environmental conditions which affect sleep quality. Here are some suggestions to make the bedroom more conducive to sleep:

1. Buy comfortable bedding, such as pillows, sheets, comforters, duvets, or other coverings.
2. Turn out the lights to condition the body it is time to sleep. Eliminate as much light as possible, using curtains or shades.
3. Keep all electronic gadgets and appliances out of the bedroom as much as possible.
4. Turn down the volume by turning off TVs, radios, closing the bedroom door, and using heavy curtains, most especially if traffic noise or other outdoor noise is a problem.
5. Adjust the thermostat. Find the comfortable temperature for sleeping.
6. Use the bed for sleeping and not as an office or family recreation space.

About Skandinavisk Dynekompagni
Skandinavisk Dynekompagni is a Danish-owned duvet shop, whose mission is to provide our customers with duvets, double duvets, pillows, towels, baby quilts, blankets, towels, etc. for the best prices. We have a large range, which makes it possible for us to offer the leading brands on the market at discount prices - without compromising either design or quality. We sell products for everyday use, which is why we see it as our duty to negotiate exclusively products where quality is top class.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm