Sleep Is Not A Luxury

     Days become so full with all we have going on in our lives, the easy solution is to stay up later, wake up earlier and use the extra time to accomplish all the tasks we need to get done.  But, research shows that sleep is not a luxury we can afford to take advantage of, it is a necessity!

     According to HelpGuide.org, there are distinct stages and cycles your body goes through while you are sleeping that refresh your body and your mind.  If you start sleeping less, or not getting a good nights rest, it affects your mood, energy, ability to handle stress, mental sharpness and physical vitality.  You might think that while you are sleeping your brain is relaxing too.  In actuality, your brain is working extremely hard overseeing biological maintenance tasks, preparing you for a new day.  

     There are many reasons why people don't get a good nights sleep.  It could be due to stress, depression, travel and numerous other reasons.  Before you talk to your doctor about why you aren't sleeping well, check your mattress.  

     According to The Better Sleep Council, a study in 1996 found many people use their mattress until it is in "bad" or "very bad" condition.  If you are tossing and turning all night, never drifting into a good nights rest, check your mattress.  The study showed that 60 percent of the participants said they only think about their mattress when it is disturbing their sleep.  So, can you remember the year you bought your mattress?  If not, it might be time to get a new one.  

     When buying a new mattress, you want to focus on a few areas to make sure the mattress you choose is the best one to offer you a good, full nights sleep.  Make sure the mattress offers good support to all parts of your body and keeps your spine in the position of good standing posture.  Find one that is comfortable to you.  Some people might like a hard mattress, while others prefer a pillow top.  Choose what works for you. Your mattress should provide you with enough space to move freely.  Top quality mattress cost a little more, but it will wear better with time, providing more durability for a longer period of time.  Higher end mattresses may also come with a warranty which covers product or warranty defects.  Matching sleep sets are built to work together to provide you with the best possible nights sleep.  Look for the best value in a mattress.  Bargain beds might not be able to offer you the best nights sleep you need to feel rested the next day.  

     Fisher Home Furnishings has a variety of mattress available to help you get a good nights rest.  Fisher's offers a variety of mattress including Simmons and Tempur-Pedic.  Come in and let us help you find the perfect mattress for your body.