Sunday 3 April 2016

The Only 3 Worth-Your Money Body Pillows for Back Pain

Do you think it’s possible to fall in love with a pillow?

I think it is.

The full body pillow for back pain is probably the best way to fall asleep and stay asleep if you can’t seem to get through the night without back pain.

We all know that side sleeping is good for us, but it can aggravate back pain from sciatica, disc herniation, ruptured and bulging discs, spinal stenosis, spinal arthritis and muscle spasms.

Body pillows are designed to naturally conform to your body, promote sleeping in the healthiest position, and align your spine, therefore relieving your back pain and allowing you to sleep peacefully.

The 3 Undeniable Benefits of Body Pillows for Back Pain

It’s just a long pillow, but it can do bring you victory over your back pain at night:

1. Full body support while you sleep – The length of the pillow gives you full body support and encourages you to sleep in the best position (side sleeping).

Placing it between your knees will align your spine and adjust the position of your arms and legs. This will relieve pain from sciatica and bulging/herniated discs.

2. Muscle Relaxation – When your spine is aligned and your arms and legs’ weight are divided equally, you can breathe better, your blood circulation improves and your muscles can fully relax all through the night.

3. The only solution for pregnancy back pain at night – If you’re pregnant, you can’t take medication (or do anything else for that matter) for your annoying lower back pain.

The body pillow can alleviate your back pain at night and help you sleep in a comfortable position, supporting your back and belly simultaneously.

The Top 3 Body Pillows for Back Pain

When you choose your body pillow, consider its shape, its size and its materials.

Some body pillows are shaped like an oversized U, others are look like a giant candy cane (that’s how I see it anyway…) and some are rectangle shaped.

Some are softer and some are firmer, some are made from polyester and others are made from organic wool and cotton.

The 3 finest body pillows to relieve your back pain are:

1. Comfort U Body Support Pillow

This body pillow is shaped like an oversized U that goes down to both sides of your body.

This shape is excellent because you won’t have to move a huge pillow from side to side every time you roll over.

You can lie on your side and curl around it, you can switch positions and the pillow will always be there, aligning your spine.

But, it is a LARGE pillow. In a king side bed – No problem. In a queen side bed (with a spouse in it) it may get a little crowded, but your partner can curl up against the outer side and enjoy it as well.

For pregnant women this sure helps sleeping comfortably on the side and enjoying a pain-free night. It can also be used after the baby’s is born to support breast-feeding.

Materials: Comfort U is filled with a premium fiber called Fusion Foss fill – a revolutionary synthetic known to scientists as an “extended polymer” which allows air to flow freely.

The cover is made from cotton.

Weight: 10 pounds.

Size: 20.9 x 16.9 x 12.7 inches

Machine washable: Yes.
Amazon offers a great 33% discount for it right now.

2. Leachco All Nighter Total Body Pillow

This candy-cane-shaped body pillow is one of the best-selling body pillows for back pain. It’s recommended for chronic back and neck pain, respiratory difficulties and digestive problems (prevents reflux at night, for example).

This body pillow was designed by a nurse to meet the needs of expectant and new mothers, but works great for anyone suffering from back pain.

The head section in this one is extra wide and long for versatile sleeping styles or for those who love to “hug their pillow“.

Like the Comfort U body pillow, this one also saves you from moving around 4 different pillows to support your spine and relieve pressure. It is quite lighter on the weight than the Comfort U, but size is larger.

Its stuffing is pleasant yet firm and supportive.

Again, it’s a big pillow but most buyers say that it still fits in a queen size bed without their partner complaining.

Size: 36 x 22 x 13 inches

Weight: 6.4 pounds

Materials: Polyester 65%/Cotton 35%

Machine washable: Only the cover.
The Leachco pillow is the most budget-friendly body pillow and Amazon offers a most welcomed 36% discount on it right now.

3. Holy Lamb Organics Wool and Cotton Body Pillow/Gaiam Organic Cotton Body Pillow

If avoiding toxins in your bed is important to you, a natural and organic body pillow is the only way to go.

Most body pillows are made from polyester, but the Holy Lamb body pillow is filled with pure eco-grown wool and covered with organic cotton Sateen cover.

Personally, I’d opt for natural materials. We spend about a third of our life in bed and conventional bedding and pillows are full of toxins.

This body pillow is rectangle-shaped, so it can’t prevent you from tossing and turning, but it will relieve your back pain in a toxin-free environment.

Weight: 3.2 ounces

Machine Washable: Yes.

A cheaper alternative for an organic body pillow is this one.

I hope this guide has helped you make a wiser decision about the best body pillow for back pain.

Body pillows may seem pricey, but once you’ll experience the back pain relief they can provide you, you’ll realize that they are worth every cent.

I’m in love with my body pillow and I’m not ashamed to say it…


Have you ever tried a body pillow to relieve back pain and improve your sleep? How did it work for you?



10 Reasons to Drink More Coconut Water

On a warm sunny day, a glass of coconut water can instantly cheer you up. The delicate sweetness and fresh taste makes it the perfect way to escape the heat. But calling coconut water a refreshing drink is a bit of an understatement. It is a lot more than just a dose electrolytes and sugar. What are the great health benefits of this nature's very own sweet nectar? Let's find out.

Nature's Gastroenterologist
Are you suffering with indigestion or acid reflux? Coconut water's rich fibre content and natural enzymes can help you get back on your feet. There is also lot of talk about coconut water being able to cure more serious illnesses such as Crohn's disease.

Who said blood is thicker than water?
Coconut water is said to be identical to human plasma and can be injected directly into the blood stream. It is known that coconut water was used as a replacement to saline solution for soldiers during World War 2.

Anti-ageing properties
The blessed sweet water of coconut has cytokinins in it, which is a well-known anti-ageing agent. Besides this, it also hydrates your skin to make it more radiant and firm.

Fruit vs Nut
Coconut water has a better concentration of minerals than fruit juices. Studies have shown that fruit juices may give a sudden sugar rush. Coconut water is lower in calories and has much less sugar than some fruit juices.

A glass a day keeps the gym instructor away
Coconut water helps in boosting your metabolism. The higher the metabolic rate, the more fat you burn. Another plus point is that even though coconut water has a very low concentration of carbohydrates, it still gives you a feeling of being full. A perfect drink to lose weight.

Coconut lets your heart go on
Do you have low blood pressure? Keep calm and drink coconut water. It contains magnesium and potassium that help in maintaining healthy heart functions. As an added benefit, coconut water reduces the risk of heart attack and heart strokes.

Make bacteria and virus run for their lives
Coconut water has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties and can strengthen your body's immune system.

The all-in-one serum for the skin
Coconut water works like a charm against acne and other skin blemishes. It can also be used as a cure for eczema. Apply coconut over the affected area and leave it overnight. As a bonus, coconut water also tones your skin.

For healthy hair
Coconut water promotes hair growth and is effective against dandruff and lice. It can penetrate into your hair shaft, moisturizes it and gives it a healthy shine.

The perfect hangover cure
Last but not the least, coconut water is a great home remedy to cure a morning hangover.Coconut water contains anti-oxidants and electrolytes which help in treating hangovers.

Friday 1 April 2016

Ever Wondered What The Difference Is Between White Eggs And Brown Eggs? Here’s The Answer

When it comes to food, the golden rule is that brown is better. Brown bread, wheat pasta, whole wheat crackers, brown sugar - they're all considerably healthier than their white counterparts. But what about brown eggs? Does the colour of it's skin, in this case shell, make it healthier than white eggs? Or just like in the case of people, what's on the inside is what really matter.

The only real difference between brown and white eggs that you might know as a matter of fact is that brown eggs are more expensive than the white ones. Their nutritional profile, quality and type is all hearsay.

So what you should know is that do brown eggs pack more nutrients than the white ones? And if so, does that justify the price difference? And what real difference does it really make in terms of calories? Do they really taste different and does that reflect on how healthy or unhealthy they are?

According to Tro V. Bui, a visiting fellow in animal science at Cornell University, "There is no real difference in nutritional value between brown and white eggs."(as quoted by a popular daily)

He added, "However brown eggs have more Omega-3 fatty acids but the difference is almost negligible."

White eggs are laid by white-feathered chickens with white or light coloured earlobes while the brown ones are laid by brown-feathered chickens with red earlobes. You would be correct to assume that there are more white eggs in the market than brown ones but that's because breeding and raising white-feathered chickens is much cheaper. Since they aren't fed as much as their brown counterparts.

The reason brown eggs cost more is because they come from chickens that have a big appetite! And also because they're a bit bigger in size. These brown feathered chickens eat more and hence are expensive to keep.

A lot of research has been done to identify the difference between brown and white eggs in terms of nutritional value but so far the majority seems to believe that there isn't any. Dr.Gargi Sharma, weight-management expert believes that brown eggs are healthier than white egg and for those looking to get their fair share of protein and and at the same time wanting to keep in check things like cholesterol and calories, brown eggs are a better option.

However, nutritionist Niharika Ahluwalia says, "There is no real difference between brown and white eggs in terms of nutritional value. But these days brown eggs are associated with being organic which might make them seem a healthier choice. But if the chicken was fed regular food then the eggs wouldn't be organic."

Brown and white eggs taste different! Yes, they do. But that has nothing to do with quality or nutritional profile of the egg but more with the diet of the chicken that laid it. The chickens are fed a different kind of diet which impacts the quality and taste of the egg. So if you were to feed a brown chicken and a white chicken the same kind of food, the difference in taste would go unnoticed. The colour of the yolk in brown eggs is much darker, yes. But that's because brown hens are fed a lot of corn at times.

Some people believe that there is a slight difference between the shell of brown and white eggs but there really isn't. The only thing you might factor in, is that younger hens lay eggs with harder shells. But this applies to both white and brown chickens.

So the next time you're picking up a batch of eggs for breakfast make sure you're more concerned about the quality of chickens it comes from rather than it's colour.