Buckwheat husk pillow - reviews, benefits and harm of orthopedic

Nowadays, a large number of different pillows are produced. Crispy and tough, buckwheat husks don't immediately come to mind as a filler for an ideal pillow. But its manufacturers say hollow buckwheat hulls resist dust mites, help reduce headaches and muscle pain, and take on a shape that perfectly matches the contours of the body. Doctors recommend it to straighten the spine and maintain good posture. There are not many studies on resistance to dust mites in our country, but enough have been carried out abroad. The benefits and harms of such an orthopedic pillow are described in detail.

Pillows filled with buckwheat husks are traditionally used in Japan and other Asian countries. This product is successfully sold in the United States (price is $15-75), they are available in online stores, such pillows are also offered for purchase in some alternative medicine offices, recommended by physical therapists. For those who are interested in needlework, there are recommendations on the Internet on how to sew a product yourself.

Manufacturers of pillows for healthy sleep made from buckwheat husks

The production of pillows for healthy sleep is carried out by companies whose specialization is environmentally friendly food, cosmetics, and household items. On foreign websites you can buy pillows from Asia, Canada, and the USA. Their products are made from environmentally friendly buckwheat husks, completely free of flour residues, which can cause allergies.

One of the most famous domestic manufacturers is Faberlic. Its “Healthy Sleep” pillows are designed for good sleep, rest and relaxation, which provide product characteristics:

• the ability to take the correct anatomical shape;
• using the beneficial properties of buckwheat;
• orthopedic cushions for sitting on a chair;
• massage pillow for back and neck.

Myths about pillows made from buckwheat husks

As a rule, it’s not very good thoughts that prevent us from buying bedding filled with buckwheat husks.

• The pillow is hard. It used to be like that. And this will happen if you decide to save money or make such a pillow yourself (what if you have a hundredweight of unrefined buckwheat?). For high-quality, expensive products, the husks are carefully selected and cleaned - the result is a light, plastic filler.
• The husk rustles. This is true, another thing is that a quality thing does not rustle in such a way that a person toss and turn and cannot fall asleep for a long time. You can reduce the chances that the pillow will rustle if you do not use synthetic materials as a cover and pillowcase, giving preference to thick cotton.
• Unpleasant smell. Again, the question is about the quality of the filler. If there is no garbage there and the husks are well dried, the pillow will smell... like childhood. A crumbly porridge just waiting for milk to be added to it. But if you still smell mold, you can try drying the filler well in the sun. And if you just don't like the smell of buckwheat, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil or herbal sachet to your pillow.
• It won't last long. Yes, the service life of husk fillers is significantly shorter than that of artificial orthopedic fillers. Maximum – 5-6 years with proper care.

Do dust mites grow in a pillow with buckwheat?

A buckwheat husk pillow does not collect dust and does not harbor dust mites.

The filler has a structure that prevents dust mites from appearing and multiplying, unlike products made from down and feathers. However, some consumers still doubt these properties of the product. For complete safety, experts advise keeping the product in the freezer for several hours; dust mites cannot survive at sub-zero temperatures.

Properties of buckwheat filler

Since buckwheat husks are not crushed during the production process, the filler easily follows the contours of the head and neck, and this is what is recommended by doctors to relieve neck pain, headaches and muscle pain, stop snoring, insomnia and other troubles. Read reviews of massage pillows for the back and neck here.

Official medicine says very little about the effectiveness of buckwheat husks. But pillows with it have already gained many adherents around the world, including medical practitioners. Suzanne Ceranko, a Portland-based herbalist at the National College of Natural Medicine, recommends buckwheat hull pillows to her patients for better sleep: “Using them to support your cervical spine and neck is guaranteed to help you sleep better.”

The opinion of chiropractors

Berkeley chiropractor Mick Hamilton says buckwheat hulls are an excellent neck support with many positive side effects.

A clinical assistant professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore points to buckwheat sleep products for those who complain of neck pain due to spasms caused by poor posture throughout the workday. Poor ergonomics at work is the fault of the patients themselves, but buckwheat filler during sleep relieves stress from the muscles, relaxes and soothes them, giving them a chance to recover. Some types of headaches can be successfully treated if they are caused by spasm of the muscles in the back of the neck.

Buckwheat husk is considered one of the best fillings for pillows.

Rules of care

To clean the pillow, just vacuum it / Photo: st45.stblizko.ru Improper use of the product leads to its premature damage. Follow these tips to make your pillow last longer. 1. Do not wash the product in water. 2. Vacuum your pillow every couple of months. For the first six months, it is recommended to dry clean every 2 weeks. 3. The cover can be washed separately, by hand or in a machine. 4. Check the filler from time to time and remove any worn-out particles. To do this, sift the husks through a sieve. 5. Regularly take the pillow outside to ventilate in the fresh air.

A healthy and comfortable sleep is a guarantee of waking up with a smile on your face / Photo: tolqyn.kz A high-quality product made from buckwheat husks has a positive effect on health and will help you wake up in a cheerful mood. With it, you will forget about a number of problems with the spine and enjoy life again.

The benefits and harms of buckwheat

Unique advantages:

• adjustability - adding or removing part of the filler helps to adjust the height;
• the pillows do not accumulate heat, it is not hot to sleep on them;
• husk that protects the buckwheat kernel is an environmentally friendly, flexible, elastic material, ideal for making products for comfortable and healthy sleep.

Damage that occurs at the beginning of operation:

• pillow hardness;
• rustle of filler;
• intense odor;
• Experimentation is necessary to determine a comfortable amount of filler.

Most products have convenient zippers. By opening them, you can adjust the amount of filler (some manufacturers sell the pillow and additional filler included) and wash the cover.

After several years of use, the filler loses some of its volume and needs to be added. The rustle of the husk, heard when changing position on the pillow, seems distracting at first, but after a few days everyone gets used to it and enjoys the comfort. This sleeping accessory is no different from a regular down pillow, but sleeping on it is much more comfortable. Bamboo pillows are very popular now. The Asonia pillow is also of interest.

A variety of pillows at Ikea will delight the most demanding buyer.

How to choose a product for sleeping

Before buying, check the pillow in all respects / Photo: textilekmv.ru Before buying, we recommend touching the pillow, smelling it and visually assessing its quality. Be sure to consider the following points. 1. Ask to see the filler. It should not contain foreign impurities or debris. A high-quality pillow springs back and quickly regains its shape. The husk easily pours out, does not emit unpleasant odors and does not clump. 2. The optimal parameters of the pillow are 60x40 cm. The shape is rectangular. This way you can achieve maximum relaxation of the neck-shoulder area. For broad-shouldered people, it is better to choose a product with dimensions of 50x70 cm. 3. The napkin should be made of natural and durable material to prevent the husks from spilling out.

Products for children

Most users who have bought pillows with natural filling, having appreciated all the advantages of the product, try to buy the same for their loved ones. Including children. A minimum amount of filler is recommended for the smallest children. Gradually, the height of the pillow can be increased. Some manufacturers offer special children's pillows with healing filling.

The cost of products depends on the size of the pillow, the amount of filling, and the quality of the cover. Online stores offer domestically produced products at a price of 350-650 rubles. However, sometimes such pillows are not suitable, and it is better to choose an orthopedic pillow for newborns.

For information on which pillow is best to choose for pregnant women, read the link.

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How to wash a buckwheat pillow

Unfortunately, wet cleaning wears out bedding. The husk dries very poorly and gets damp, which will completely ruin the accessory. It is generally not recommended to wet the filler; it is carefully shaken out of the case, placed in a cotton bag, shaken, and hung out to dry. The emptied case is washed and dried well, and then the eco-pillow is refilled. The shelf life of the product is short; improper care can reduce it to a minimum (about a year or two).

We read about what products are available for the cervical spine in another article.

Reviews

The opinion of all those who bought bio pillows is the same - the products are ideal for sleeping: the neck and shoulders do not become stiff, the head does not sink or sweat, the rest is complete. What all reviews have in common is that owners of pillows filled with buckwheat husks take their personal sleeping accessory when visiting or traveling because they cannot sleep on anything else.

The opinions of experts, the assurances of manufacturers and customer reviews are clear: pillows filled with buckwheat husks are healthy, safe, and their use has a therapeutic effect.

Disadvantages of the pillow

The husk is quite hard, rustles and has a characteristic odor / Photo: w.today Buckwheat products are safe for health, but still have a number of disadvantages. They are not critical and are easy to get used to, but at first they can cause some inconvenience. 1. The pillow is quite hard and cannot be compared in softness to down products. 2. When turned over, the husk makes a characteristic noise, which, out of habit, prevents you from falling asleep. However, for most users, such a rustle has a positive effect and helps get rid of insomnia. 3. The pillow has a specific aroma due to essential oils, so before purchasing, make sure that the smell suits you completely.

Rating

Espera Boomerang

Filling: buckwheat husk Height: 10 cm Elasticity: hard Prices: from 1380 to 2290 rub. Advantages:

• Pillowcase included
• Padding
• Comfortable for sleeping
• Nice smell

Flaws:

• Thin cover fabric
• Weight

Primavelle La Vita

Filling: buckwheat husk Height: adjustable Elasticity: hard Prices: from 1763 to 2150 rubles. Advantages:

• Convenient
• Quite hard
• Case with zipper
• Doesn't press down
• No smell

Flaws:

• High

Alvitek "Toccata", (PGL-050), size: 50 x 70

Filling: buckwheat husk Height: adjustable Elasticity: elastic Prices: from 458 to 880 rub. Advantages:

• Comfortable for sleeping
• Quite hard
• Case with zipper
• You can adjust the hardness

Flaws:

• Can't be washed

BIO-TEXTILES Power of nature (SP592) 50 x 70 cm

Filling: buckwheat husk Height: 8 cm Elasticity: hard Prices: from 558 to 740 rubles. Advantages:

• Bed quality
• Well stuffed
• Nice smell
• Convenient

Flaws:

• Heavy