Healthier Breathing, Better Sleep
What is the secret to deep, restful sleep? A high-quality mattress, fresh and breathable bedding, the perfect temperature, and dim lighting? All of these are important, but there is one key element that is often overlooked when it comes to good sleep: clean air.
It’s time to find out what you breathe at night and how it affects your sleep.
Sleep is a precious commodity in today’s fast-paced world. However, for many people—especially those with allergies and asthma—getting a good night’s sleep is difficult to achieve.
One thing is clear: the worse the air quality, the poorer the sleep. A recent peer-reviewed study by the American Thoracic Society showed a direct link between air polluted with fine particulate matter and sleep disorders. The study even links long-term exposure to polluted air with the onset of sleep apnea, a serious medical condition.
What happens when you purify the air? In a recent SleepScore Labs study, 93% of users said that adding the Alen BreatheSmart 45 HEPA air purifier helped them sleep better and wake up feeling more refreshed. We’ll get into that in more detail later. First, let’s talk about why deep sleep is essential for well-being.
HOW SLEEP AFFECTS HEALTH
Researchers recommend getting at least seven to eight hours of deep sleep each night. According to them, this helps keep your immune system in good shape and protects you from other health problems.
Deep sleep is important for both long-term health and aspects of daily well-being, such as mood, productivity, and immune system strength.
Long-term sleep deprivation is linked to many chronic diseases and conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and depression.
“It seemed likely that air pollution would disrupt sleep, given that it causes irritation and swelling of the upper respiratory tract,” said the study’s lead author, Dr. Martha Billings. “It may also affect parts of the brain and central nervous system that control breathing patterns and sleep.”
So how does air pollution suspended in the air affect us?
The short answer: allergies and irritation. It all comes down to the fact that there are tiny particles floating around in our bedroom—particles that are 700 times smaller than a strand of hair—and this is what happens when you breathe them in.
According to data from the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), 20–50% of people experience allergy symptoms that can affect sleep quality. Even in people without allergies, household dust, outdoor air pollution, and particles released during cooking and cleaning caused symptoms identical to those of allergies.
“When you breathe in something you’re allergic to, the allergen irritates your airways, causing congestion, sneezing, coughing, and a runny nose,” said the National Sleep Foundation. “The more severe your symptoms are, the worse your sleep quality will be.”
According to the NSF, these are the four main factors that cause sleep disturbances. You may have more than one of them in your bedroom.
- Dust Mites: Beds and pillows are common habitats for dust mites. Simply adding a dust mite cover to your mattress and pillows can work wonders, as can regularly washing your bedding in hot water.
- Mold: Moisture can cause mold to grow, which is especially important to keep in mind if your bathroom is near your bedroom.
- Pet dander: If you have a cat or dog, their dead skin flakes (aka dander) can be a common irritant. If you have allergies, keep your pets out of your bedroom (especially out of your bed) and vacuum your bed regularly. A weekly bath and brushing your furry friend can also help reduce dander.
- Pollen: This allergen tends to peak seasonally in the spring and fall. Although you may need to take allergy medication to relieve your symptoms, keep in mind that pseudoephedrine can keep you awake, and antihistamines can make you drowsy during the day.
Coway Air Purifier User Review: “I’ve been diagnosed with allergic asthma caused by dust mites. I bought a Coway air purifier here. The device had been running for about an hour when I already felt better breathing. Normally, I definitely need to take my allergy medication before going to bed at night, but I deliberately chose not to this time—and as you can see, I didn’t need to. There’s no wheezing or tightness in my airways; the air flows freely through my lungs, and it feels like there’s plenty of it 🙂 I’d used a similar product before and forgot that I have asthma… I sold the product and thought I didn’t need it anymore. A few months went by, and it became clear that without this device, I couldn’t do without my medication—and even then, my breathing wasn’t good at night. But now I don’t need medication again, and my sleep isn’t disrupted. Thank you! https://www.facebook.com/pg/proaireesti/reviews/?ref=page_internal
THE SECRET TO BETTER SLEEP: Fresh air and quiet!
Are you ready to sleep better? To breathe easier? To enjoy a better quality of sleep? If you value your own sleep and that of your family members, this is a step you can’t afford to miss.
To ensure a deeper sleep, removing irritating particles from the air is key. To do this, you need an air purifier that’s powerful enough to effectively clean the air in the entire room, yet quiet enough to let you rest undisturbed.
Coway and Winix are air purifiers that have been carefully designed for bedrooms of all sizes. These devices operate significantly more quietly than standard products found in retail chains. They are certified by various asthma and allergy associations. The reason is simple—both companies have dedicated their research exclusively to health products and do not manufacture televisions or other such items. This gives them a significant advantage in product quality and filter systems.
- Up to 20% faster time to fall asleep
- 96% of people reported an improvement in their allergy symptoms
- 98% of people are satisfied with their work and are willing to recommend it to their friends and family
- The antibacterial coating on the HEPA filter in Coway and Winix air purifiers kills bacteria and mold, eliminating 99% of allergens and pollutants.
- SmartSensor technology automatically adjusts the cleaning speed.
THREE TIPS FOR BETTER SLEEP QUALITY
- Invest in Your Mattress
- Sleep in a dark room
- Use an air purifier and, if the air is dry, a humidifier
Sweet dreams!
