Weighted Blankets

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I recently learned that a friend online had gotten a weighted blanket and it has that person very much. I have been curious about them for some time and so I found this a good time to do some research. Weighted blankets help the body during sleep by pushing the body down and can create a deeply calming effect. They stimulate a deep pressure touch and can reduce both chronic stress and anxiety. They also promote melatonin production. They should avoid being used by those with conditions such as asthma, sleep apnea, respiratory or circulation issues, low blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, epilepsy, claustrophobia, restless leg syndrome, skin problems, compromised posture, or poor circulation. If one is older than three and has none of the listed conditions you can use the blanket on a nightly basis. Deep pressure massage however can provide much of the same benefits. Researchers note that the use of the weighted blanket can help people get to sleep more easily, wake less frequently during the night, and even feel an increased sense of calm during the day. The blanket should be about 10% of your body weight and no more than 35 pounds. You may want to get a cover for the blanket since washing them in a home washer can be a problem. These blankets come in different sizes, colors, and materials. They range in price between about $100 to $200 in price.