When wanting to improve our health, the first thing we typically look to is our diet and exercise habits. And while both things are highly important to living a healthy lifestyle, there's a thirst, equally important factor to consider: sleep. Getting a good night's sleep is crucial to maintaining good health and yet one in…
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As consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their purchases, sustainable shopping has become more and more popular. This trend is not only for common goods like groceries and clothing, but for mattresses as well. Unless we go back to using hay mattresses, there’s no way we can be 100% environmentally friendly when…
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If you know much about biology, odds are you’ve heard of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. It’s one of our sleep cycles that’s most known for producing vivid and, oftentimes, outlandish dreams that leave us thoroughly entertained by the time we wake up. Even though the dream-making is certainly an interesting component of this sleep…
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Have you ever wondered why you feel so sleepy after eating a big turkey dinner or after finishing a warm cup of milk and tea. It’s not only because your stomach is full and tired from digesting. It’s also because these foods and drinks contain certain properties that promote sleep. We all know that our…
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Do you wake up in the morning with unexplainable aches and pains? Well, it's probably from your mattress. If you're sleeping on a mattress that's not designed for your sleep style, chances are you're going to wake up "on the wrong side of the bed" so to speak. You need to find a bed that…
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Although scientists still have many unanswered questions about sleep, at the very least, we know that it’s necessary for life. Like a battery, our bodies only have so much energy to spend before we get tired. Sleep allows our brains and our bodies to recharge, so we can carry on with our day-to-day lives. This…
Read MoreIf you regularly wake up with neck or shoulder pain, then it’s time to replace your pillow. Your pillow can make a huge difference in your sleep quality, so you need to pick one that's best for you. But how do you determine which pillow will give you the best sleep? One way is to…
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2021 was a difficult year for most, if not all, of the world. We lived through another year of the pandemic, we survived natural disasters, and we fought through political mayhem. But if this past year has taught us anything at all, it’s that we can do hard things. After this past…
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There’s a common misconception that you don’t need to clean your mattress as long as you clean your bedsheets regularly. But this can’t be farther from the truth. Although your sheets catch a lot of our dandruff and sweat from your nights sleep, plenty makes its way to the mattress itself. This isn’t…
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again: kids are going back to school. For some parents, this is a blissful time. No more chauffeuring kids to-and-from day camps or play dates. No more brainstorming ideas on how to keep kids entertained all day. Now, they are back in the classroom with all their friends.…
Read MoreIf you haven’t already noticed, British Columbia is a bit hotter this summer than usual. And by a bit, I mean a lot. The Okanagan has seen temperatures as high as 39 degrees this July, making it one of the hottest seasons on record. And although the heat makes for great beach days,…
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Online shopping has become one of the most popular ways to shop—especially during COVID-19. And companies have been making it easier and easier for shoppers, selling everything from clothing to household goods to groceries. Even though it may be simple to buy everything online, there are still some products that you’re better…
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