As the weather gets colder, weighted blankets can be a popular warm-up choice. Some people say the weight and the pressure help them sleep better for a long day As outside temperatures grow chilly, weighted blankets can be a popular choice to warm up. Some people say the added pressure helps them soothe the day’s worries and get to sleep faster. Weighted blankets come with extra heft in the form of glass beads, pellets, cotton, or another filling. Scientists haven’t studied exactly how the blankets work, but they have a few ideas. For most healthy adults, experts say to choose a blanket that is about 10% of their body weight. So a 150-pound person may opt for a 15-pound blanket. Weighted blankets are not recommended for babies or toddlers since they can hinder movement and breathing. People with sleep apnea, sleep-related disorders, or respiratory problems should check with a doctor before using a weighted blanket. 120 people with insomnia found that the weighted blankets helped them sleep better compared to a light blanket. Another study on 67 children with autism found the weighted blanket didn’t affect their sleep at all – but the children and their parents preferred it to a regular blanket.
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Monday, January 20, 2025