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Healthy Sleep Guide - Online Basic Essentials Blog
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A baby's sensitive immune system is actively forming until he or she is about six months old. It's very important for parents to know that during this period it's essential to provide chemical free sleeping environment for baby. Especially pay attention at the mattress you use. You should know that hazardous conventional crib mattresses are heavily packed with toxic fire retardants, harsh toxins and chemicals that can be absorbed through your baby's skin and inhaled via respiratory system. Unfortunately, nowadays there is no conventional manufacturer who will offer you a chemical free crib mattress or furniture. So please, look for organic crib mattress as it is all natural breathable chemical free mattress, which is made with pure organic fibers only. Please consult with your pediatrician about preferable mattress thickness and mattress style for your baby. A good mattress will provide good night rest for your baby and will result in healthy growth. High quality organic crib mattress will last a long time with proper care.
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010 Posted to Organic Mattress
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Don't worry if organic pillow has a little odor because it made with all natural unbleached and untreated organic cotton. However, smell can be eliminated by sprinkling with baking soda and
then expose the pillow to the sun for a few hours. Don't wash, spot clean the cover only if necessary. If you want to increase pillow loft, it's could be a good idea to place the pillow with few tennis balls in a dryer on a cool gentle cycle for 20 minutes. The organic cotton pillow is made with high quality natural fibers and it's naturally antimicrobial and has a very long life with proper care. The best treatment for it is the sun and fresh air once a month. However it can be dry-cleaned (no water) only if necessary, but make sure to use a green non-toxic dry-cleaner. For additional protection of your pillow (especially if it's a child pillow) you can get a pillow protector. Our organic cotton pillows are great for anyone! Good option for those who are looking for a firm support under neck. Cotton pillow is a choice of vegans and allergy sufferers as it's a great alternative to down pillows.
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010 Posted to Organic Pillow
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To find your perfect pillow you will need to know the following information: 1.what it's made of? 2. the amount of fill? 3. and what it's covered with? First of all, for allergy-free pillow look for organic cotton, wool, kapok or natural latex rubber filling. Avoid down pillows as they collect the body moisture, harbor a harmful bacteria and create a dust-mite and mildew friendly environment. Second, make sure to choose the right amount of filling for your organic pillow. If you prefer to sleep on the stomach, look for a light fill pillow. For back sleepers it's recommended to use a light or medium fill pillow. And if you sleep on the side, choose a medium or heavy fill pillow. And third, check a cover of your natural pillow. The cover should be also made with all natural organic materials, preferably high thread count organic cotton. It's should be breathable good quality fabric which is chemical free and hypoallergenic. It's also recommended to use a protective pillow cover to preserve your pillow from stains, odors and dust. It will also help to prolong the life of your healthy investment.
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 Posted to Organic Pillow
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Getting a natural wool comforter for you and for your family is a smart choice. It is great for everyone and especially for those who suffers from multiple chemical sensitivity, arthritis, osteoporosis, joint pains, increased heart rate. Organic wool comforter is a lightweight product and it's a great alternative to a heavy down comforter. It's also a non-toxic, chemical free, hypoallergenic product which is, unlike down comforter, naturally flame retardant, dust mite and mildew resistant. Not only it's a healthy product, it also has a long life with a proper care. And you can even use your organic wool comforter in a summer time? Too hot? When winter is over and it gets warm sleep under comforter, don't put it in a closet. You can use it as a mattress pad on top of your mattress. It is a great solution for hot summer nights as all natural wool will absorb excess of body moisture and will provide you will quiet not disturbing rest. You will never wake up overheated or over-chilled as pure wool fibers will control the body temperature naturally. For additional protection you can use a merino wool moister pad.
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010 Posted to Organic Comforter
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Sneezing, stuffed nose, red irritated eyes, difficulty breathing are just some signs of dust mite allergy. However the solution could be in your pillow. Down or synthetic pillows are known to harbor harmful bacteria and create a lovely “playground” for dust mites, that cause allergies and asthma. It's recommended to switch to all natural latex rubber, pure wool or cotton pillow to reduce allergy and asthma symptoms. Natural pillow will wick away the body moisture and then release it slowly into the atmosphere. In contrary, down and synthetic pillows accumulate the moisture and keep it for a very long time. Dust mites love a moist environment. Organic wool, cotton or cotton pillow is also a great option for chemically sensitive people as it is made with %100 organic materials and fibers with no chemicals, toxins or additives used. Natural pillow is hypoallergenic, antibacterial and hygienic choice for anyone. However it's recommended to use a pillow protector and/or pillowcase to increase protection from dust mites and prolong the life of your pillow.
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Tuesday, July 20, 2010 Posted to Organic Pillow
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Healthy spine is essential for healthy body and mind. Spine supports your internal organs, joints, nerves, muscles, blood supply. Many people suffer from back and neck pains. Our spine and neck health is directly linked to our posture. Proper posture and sitting are important as well as proper sleeping. In lying, your spine should be well positioned and it's recommended to sleep on a firm latex rubber mattress in order to relieve the joint pressure and provide the superior cushioning for your spine. When your body is allowed to rest in its natural position, muscles are relaxed and sleep is more refreshing. If you experience back or neck pains it's recommended to sleep either on the back or on the side. When sleeping on the side, place a pillow between your knees to keep your spine neutral and to avoid asymmetry that can lead to the back pains over time. Good posture is not only makes us healthy inside out, but it also helps us to look better and younger. It takes time and effort to develop good posture habits, but it's worth it.
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Tuesday, July 20, 2010 Posted to Organic Mattress
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Night sleep is crucial for your health. Your body gets recharged and rejuvenated in order to “function” properly the next day. Many people don't know about importance of good night sleep and suffer from lack of sleep. It's been known that we need at least 7-8 hours of sleep. So many “maintainance jobs” are performed while we are sleeping. The positive effects of good night sleep include: 1. our immune system becomes stronger; 2. brain concentration reaches it's full potential; 3. metabolism is increased and we are excessive loosing weight faster; 4. mood is in better state; 5. our skin looks fresher; 6. body muscles rebuilt itself more effectively; 7. joints are re-hydrated, internal organs get rejuvenated, blood flow is directed to areas needing healing. Good night sleep means the quality of sleep. Good Organic Mattress is critical in providing yourself a healthy sleep. Natural latex rubber mattress is naturally cushioning and relieves joint and back pressure more effectively than conventional mattress, and it's free of chemicals and toxins. So you get that your body needs - a undisturbed healthy night sleep.
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Monday, July 12, 2010 Posted to Organic Mattress
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Many people become very concerned about the fact that conventional pillows are treated with flame retardant chemicals, which are highly toxic as it is contain boric acid – reproductive toxin, decabromodiphenyl oxide – possible cancirogen that causes memory loss, antimony – possible carcinogen that causes lung, kidney, heart damage. Fire retardants in pillow can be absorbed and inhaled through the skin and respiratory system. These chemicals accumulate in blood and breast milk and have been linked to numerous health problems. But there is a light at the end of tunnel, not all pillows are like that. Fortunately our organic pillow is free of those harsh chemicals and toxins as it is made with exclusively organic fibers and materials. Organic wool pillow naturally meets flame retardant standards due to moisture and natural protein - keratin content in wool fibers, so it's provides you a high safety sleeping environment naturally.
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Monday, July 12, 2010 Posted to Organic Pillow
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As was mentioned in previous blog entries, organic wool comforter is easy to take of and loves lots of sun and fresh air. It cannot be washed in a machine with water, but it can be spot cleaned only if it heavily soiled. What natural and not expensive cleaner can be used to spot clean your organic wool comforter? You will be surprised to know that you probably have it already in your kitchen – distilled white vinegar, that all natural and kills 99% of all bacteria, 82% of all mold and 80% of viruses and germs. Why do you have to buy expensive cleaners that are packed with chemicals and toxins when you can use plain vinegar instead? You just need to get a spray bottle and pour there the mixture of 1 ½ cups of distilled white vinegar, 2 cups of water, 10-12 drops of any essential oil (tip: use calming jasmine or lavender oil). Shake well before each use, spray on comforter and follow with a clean cloth. Not only it cleans very well, but it also an excellent natural deodorizer.
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Tuesday, June 29, 2010 Posted to Organic Comforter
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If you have a trouble falling asleep at night,there are some tips that might be helpful for you: have a short walk in the open air before a bedtime, take a warm shower or bath 1-2 hours before you go to sleep, drink a cup of herbal tea (no caffeine) or warm milk with raw honey, listen to soothing music (for example, sounds of ocean or rain) that was specially composed to lull you to sleep. Take a look at mattress you are sleeping on. Is it comfortable? It would be great to get all natural organic mattress, especially the one that made with natural latex rubber. It fully breathable chemical-free mattress, so it's promotes healthy respiratory system. Latex rubber mattress is hypoallergenic as it's naturally dust mite and mold resistant. No more waking up in the middle of the night because of stuffy nose or sneezing! As night's of interrupted sleep can lead to physical and psychological problems.
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Tuesday, June 29, 2010 Posted to Organic Mattress
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