Around my family, my love of buckwheat hull pillows is no secret--I think everyone should use one. You'll not only sleep better but you'll, uh... sleep better. Here in this article, I'll be explaining why I think buckwheat hulls are so much better than other kinds of fillers along with some other kinds of pillows where buckwheat works out great.
Buckwheat is a natural product and my not be appropriate for people with allergies. Please use this information at your own risk.
Alrighty, with that stuff out of the way, time to find out why buckwheat is so useful as a filler for pillows. Buckwheat, unlike other fillers, has some very special attributes.
Looking to stay cool at night--buckwheat hulls are what you want. In geese, it's the goose down that keeps them warm even in cold waters. If it keeps them warm, it's also likely that it'll keep you warm too. Memory foam and polyester batting also retain heat.
And unlike goose down which goes really flat when you lay on it, buckwheat conforms to the shape of your head, neck and shoulders. Memory foam also does a terrific job but can be somewhat expensive for larger-sized pillows. Batting is probably above goose down but still not all that great.
With all the worries about chemicals and how they affect the body, many people claim that products derived from oil, like memory foam and polyester, give off gases from their manufacturing process. So if you want a natural alternative, both goose down and buckwheat hulls provide you with one.
So these are some of the benefits that buckwheat holds over other types of fillers and pillows. Here are some places where buckwheat hulls are especially suited. Note that this list probably is 100% comprehensive.
Buckwheat Hull Neck Pillows - Cervical pillows, the technical name, or neck pillow, the common name are usually of a couple types. One looks like the letter "U" and is used for travel, hence the name travel pillow. The shape helps hold the pillow in place while you sleep as well as preventing your head from flopping about. The second kind is for use while in bed and is designed to support the airway, via the neck, and also the shoulders.
Both types of pillows need to be able to conform to your body and that's why buckwheat is so great.
Buckwheat Hull Lumbar Support Pillows - Lumbar support pillows, like neck pillows are used to support the spine and here that means your lower back. Like a lot of office workers or people who drive for a living, you sitting most of the day and the lack of movement and improper posture can result in a sore back. A lumbar support pillow can help this.
While the Japanese have had a long-term relationship with soba and buckwheat and thus having a reputation of making the best buckwheat pillows, makers in the U.S. and Canada have been making some really nice products. To be truthful, a lot of the Japanese buckwheat pillows are actually coming out of China. As these pillows become more popular, I'm sure there will be organic options being made for people living in Europe and the rest of the world.
One other nice thing I've noticed about the newer pillows is that they're also using not just organic buckwheat hulls, but organic cotton fabric as well. So if you're concerned about going with organic, there are a lot of options available.
I tried a buckwheat hull pillow years ago while on a trip in Japan and since then have bought quite a few more for use at work. Hopefully this article will have you convinced to give one a try yourself. Sweet dreams. - 14130
Buckwheat is a natural product and my not be appropriate for people with allergies. Please use this information at your own risk.
Alrighty, with that stuff out of the way, time to find out why buckwheat is so useful as a filler for pillows. Buckwheat, unlike other fillers, has some very special attributes.
Looking to stay cool at night--buckwheat hulls are what you want. In geese, it's the goose down that keeps them warm even in cold waters. If it keeps them warm, it's also likely that it'll keep you warm too. Memory foam and polyester batting also retain heat.
And unlike goose down which goes really flat when you lay on it, buckwheat conforms to the shape of your head, neck and shoulders. Memory foam also does a terrific job but can be somewhat expensive for larger-sized pillows. Batting is probably above goose down but still not all that great.
With all the worries about chemicals and how they affect the body, many people claim that products derived from oil, like memory foam and polyester, give off gases from their manufacturing process. So if you want a natural alternative, both goose down and buckwheat hulls provide you with one.
So these are some of the benefits that buckwheat holds over other types of fillers and pillows. Here are some places where buckwheat hulls are especially suited. Note that this list probably is 100% comprehensive.
Buckwheat Hull Neck Pillows - Cervical pillows, the technical name, or neck pillow, the common name are usually of a couple types. One looks like the letter "U" and is used for travel, hence the name travel pillow. The shape helps hold the pillow in place while you sleep as well as preventing your head from flopping about. The second kind is for use while in bed and is designed to support the airway, via the neck, and also the shoulders.
Both types of pillows need to be able to conform to your body and that's why buckwheat is so great.
Buckwheat Hull Lumbar Support Pillows - Lumbar support pillows, like neck pillows are used to support the spine and here that means your lower back. Like a lot of office workers or people who drive for a living, you sitting most of the day and the lack of movement and improper posture can result in a sore back. A lumbar support pillow can help this.
While the Japanese have had a long-term relationship with soba and buckwheat and thus having a reputation of making the best buckwheat pillows, makers in the U.S. and Canada have been making some really nice products. To be truthful, a lot of the Japanese buckwheat pillows are actually coming out of China. As these pillows become more popular, I'm sure there will be organic options being made for people living in Europe and the rest of the world.
One other nice thing I've noticed about the newer pillows is that they're also using not just organic buckwheat hulls, but organic cotton fabric as well. So if you're concerned about going with organic, there are a lot of options available.
I tried a buckwheat hull pillow years ago while on a trip in Japan and since then have bought quite a few more for use at work. Hopefully this article will have you convinced to give one a try yourself. Sweet dreams. - 14130
About the Author:
Bobbie "Bob" Barkley has been troubled by insomnia, going back to yearly bouts as a youngster, and as an adult, with back pain. He found help through with buckwheat pillows and orthopedic pillows.
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