We all lack motivation at some point in our life. Life’s challenges and tough rides put us in a state where it gets difficult to pick ourselves up and get going. But a few words of motivation come to our rescue and help us to get back. As Zig Ziglar puts it “People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing. That’s why we recommend it daily.” And the ideal way to get your share of daily inspirational reading is to go through some of the best motivational books.
As one of the Cicero quotes says ” If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.
Thus, many famous authors like Mark Manson, Stephen R. Covey, etc have written some of the top inspirational books. These provide you with some valuable life lessons that motivate you and help you live a meaningful life.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck is one of the top motivational books by the bestselling author Mark Manson. In this book, Manson, in his straight-on-the-face, no-nonsense style of writing, gives you some important realizations that hit you hard. As you read chapter after chapter, you get to know the substandard beliefs that hold you back from leading a meaningful life. Apart from his foul-mouthed approach that shakes you up, the real-life stories he shares are eye-opening.
These are stories from his own life and some of the well-known personalities across the world. Through these, Mark brings forth the idea that none of them were without problems. But, what helped them live a fulfilling life despite such issues were the good values. In his book, he distinguishes good values from bad values.
As one of the Mark Manson quotes puts it “Our values determine the nature of our problems, and the nature of our problems determines the quality of our lives.
Further, he claims that happiness comes from solving problems and that the only thing that is certain is death.
This is a motivational book that you would want to keep by your bedside. This is to motivate you each time you feel weak, worthless, or hopeless about yourself and life in general.
This is a book by Robert Greene, an international best-selling author who is also the author of the book ‘The Laws of Human Nature. The 48 Laws of Power lays out 48 laws that help individuals to have power over people and events. The author compares the greed for power that exists today with the power dynamic that was there in the cunning world of the old aristocratic court. He says that today’s world considers itself as the summit of fairness. However, bad emotions like envy, greed, hatred, lust, etc still spur within us. This is much like these old aristocratic courts. They too considered themselves to be the highest point of refinement and fairness. However, what simmered beneath were these dark emotions.
As one of the quotes by Niccolò Machiavelli mentioned in the book says “Any man who tries to be good all the time is bound to come to ruin among the great number who are not good. Some of the laws of power mentioned in the book are as follows:
Conceal your intentions
Always say less than necessary
Make other people come to you – use bait if necessary
Infection: avoid the unhappy and unlucky
Learn to keep people dependent on you
Best Inspirational Books
3. Unfu*k Yourself: Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life
Unfuck Yourself is another best-selling motivational book for people who undergo a self-defeating monolog. So if you are out of those people who :
Self-doubt
face that continuous internal murmuring and judgment that ceases to end
hear that internal voice saying to them that they are worthless, lazy, or not good enough, this book is for you.
As per the author Gary John Bishop, we all engage in self-talk. In fact, it doesn’t matter if we are introverts or extroverts. We talk about a number of things to ourselves on a routine basis. As mentioned in this book, studies reveal that we have close to 50,000 thoughts each day. Given these numbers, the author asks us to ponder over the boatloads of things we say to ourselves but shouldn’t say or try to defeat.
Further, he also emphasizes that no doubt we cannot control these automatic thoughts from coming to us. But, we can certainly decide the amount of importance we need to give to various thoughts.
He further reveals that the current research in the fields of neuroscience and psychology. As per the studies, the kings of conversations we have with ourselves have a significant impact on the quality of our lives.
The Mountain Is You is a book that makes you hopeful in times of hardships and distress. Brianna Wiest gives some amazing insights on why and when we self-sabotage and how we can avoid doing it. She provides some practical tools that help you to develop courage and get a deep understanding of why you are here. That is, get the courage and understanding to climb your own mountain.
According to Brianna, life is actually working for our best interest much like nature. Although, it may look as if we are only being offered alterations, difficulties, and hardships. Just like nature is most fertile at its boundaries where the climates interact. Similarly, we undergo a transformation when we are at our respective edges. These are these times in our life when we are compelled to move out of our comfort zone and recollect.
We no longer depend on our defense mechanisms to astray us from the problems we are experiencing. That’s when we may feel that we have hit a low in our lives. But, in reality, this is the time of self-awakening as we acknowledge our problems that were being ignored for a long time. In the words of Brianna, “the breakdown is often just the tipping point that precedes the breakthrough.
Four Agreements is a book that contains a behavioral code that is said to be founded on Toltec wisdom. Toltec wisdom promotes the idea to be free from beliefs that are responsible for one’s suffering and limitations. As per the Toltec wisdom, each one of us enters into agreements with ourselves, God, as well as others. It is through these agreements that we typically tend to say who we are, what we can do, and what we cannot.
Now, some of these agreements do not cause any issues with our routine functioning. While there are certain agreements that cause challenges for they instill fear which drains up a person’s emotional energy. Thus, as per the author Don Miguel Ruiz, one must do away with these agreements forced on oneself out of fear or societal obligations to be free and happy.
This book talks about the four important agreements that individuals should make to influence their happiness. These are as follows.
an agreement to not take things personally. This is because each one of us has different perceptions about various aspects of life. And to take someone’s view personally only leads to vices like hatred, anger, etc which are self-impeding.
to take responsibility for one’s words and actions.
to not assume things as assumptions lead to suffering
Courage Is Calling is one of the outstanding inspirational books by Ryan Holiday. In this, he introduces the four virtues that one needs for a good life. According to the ancient world, the four key virtues include courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom.
This book talks about Courage, the first virtue which is marked by bravery, sacrifice, honor, and fortitude.
In this book, Ryan Holiday quotes Marcus Aurelius who called virtues the touchstones of goodness. Our life is all about making choices between the virtues and the vices.
Further, these must be practiced by everyone, irrespective of their gender, strength, or nature. Taking about courage in this book, Ryan quotes Leo Tolstoy, who said the following quote about courage:
“There is no deed in this life so impossible that you cannot do it. Your whole life should be lived as a heroic deed.
Further, he says that courage is something that is valued the most. Yet, it is rarely found in people. Also, it exists in each one of us, infinite, and renewable. Yet, it remains rare because humans are afraid and want to go for something that is safe and convenient.
For instance, why fight ourselves? Instead, it must be left for people who are better trained and equipped for this. In addition to this, Ryan further holds that as per philosophers courage is not divided into categories like physical and mental courage. Courage is courage. It is sacrifice, determination, persistence, commitment, and truth. It is something others say you shouldn’t or cannot do.
Letting Go Of Nothing is a book by Peter Russell is what you need on your path to spiritual growth. Russell is this book that beholds that it is the internal letting go of the attachment to thought and emotions that leads to spiritual awakening.
He puts it clearly that saints and Sufis in ancient times considered letting go necessary for spiritual awakening. From Islamic Sufis to saints in India and Buddhists, one needs to give up on everything material one could attach himself to. For instance, material possessions, rich food, home, comfort, sexuality, etc.
The main purpose behind giving up these worldly possessions was to starve one’s ego to death. But as per Peter Russell, giving up on material possessions didn’t really free them from their egoic sense of self. That is one way or the other, ego used to come back via some means.
That’s why Peter talks about letting go of something which is internal rather than external. He clarifies that one must focus on the inner dimension of giving up. This includes giving up on the attachment to thought and emotions. This is because it is these thoughts that compel us to perceive or rather misperceive reality.
These thoughts are nothing but narratives, that constant voices in our heads which are the basis of all complaints, expectations, regrets, etc. And these narratives, especially the ones that are repetitive, become the cause of all worry and anxiety.
The Power of Vulnerability is an audiobook by the American professor and author Brené Brown that puts all her work together. Through this, she explains how being vulnerable can actually work in our favor and is actually the starting point of joy, love, a sense of belonging, and authenticity.
The vulnerability has a kind of stigma attached to it. Typically, being vulnerable is linked to being weak. This is because it is commonly associated with emotions like fear, shame, and uncertainty. However, as per Brown, being vulnerable helps us to give up on that shield that stops us from experiencing life and having opportunities to find our purpose.
According to Brown, being vulnerable to life, people, events, and whatever comes our way is not a sign of weakness but audacity. She says that we don’t want to feel disappointed, shameful, or experience sadness. That’s why we use defenses like cynicism, paralyzing ourselves against joy, and turning off our inclination to love.
But we as people forget that we give up on so much in the name of this self-defense. Through this book, she pleads readers to be whole-hearted by becoming aware of one’s vulnerability. In addition to this, she also teaches us how to be there, showing ourselves up instead of defending ourselves. In this audiobook, she breaks the myths attached to vulnerability and educates us about the strategies we use for self-defense. Additionally, she also teaches how to practice wholehearted living via stories in this six-hour-long audiobook.
The 5 AM Club is a book by the best-selling author Robin Sharma. This is a book that is coming out of his experience and work of over 20 years. As the name goes, this book is about the morning routine that has enabled his clients to be productive. Not only this, but it has also helped them to live a healthy life and keep their serenity intact in this complicated world.
In this book, Robin Sharma reveals that there are so many people who have achieved outstanding results following the morning routine. In addition to this, they were able to feel alive and be happy.
The book reveals the struggle of two strangers who meet a tycoon. And this tycoon unknowingly becomes their mentor.
This book will give you an understanding of how the most successful people of the world start their mornings. Morning routines that lead to outstanding outcomes. In addition to this, this book will also help you know how you can find time for exercise and self-growth.
Man’s Search for Meaning is a very famous book written by Victor Frankl, the Austrian neurologist who survived the death camp. The book covers personal experiences of unlimited prisoners told by Frankl who himself was a prisoner.
However, he survived the death camp and wrote this book that narrates the day-to-day life in a concentration camp that brings out the mind of an average prisoner.
This book is not about the suffering of great heroes. However, it is about sacrifices and the suffering of the unknown victims. As per Frankl, an outsider would think with emotion and pity about the likeness of people in a death camp.
And this is where he would go wrong. An outsider has no clue about the daily flight for existence that prisoners had to experience. This book explains the experience of the prisoners by the man who himself was a prisoner in the death camp without attaching personal bias as far as possible.
The Artist’s Way is a book by Julia Cameron who is called ‘The Queen of Change’ by The New York Times. She is acknowledged for starting a movement in 1992 that made the concept of creativity popular. People understood that unchaining one’s creative potential is what makes for a more meaningful life.
Additionally, it’s a book that serves you with a twelve-week course that tells you the process of winning back your creative self. It helps you get rid of the negative thought that most of us are conditioned for which says that we are not talented enough.
Accordingly, here the 12-week program starts with the most important tools for winning back your creative side. These include the Morning Pages and the Artist Date. Where the Morning Pages refer to the daily writing ritual, the Artist Date is the time you keep to grow your inner artist.
Further, she provides a host of exercises, activities, and motivates readers to read each chapter closely. Basically, this book is a step-by-step guide that will help you get rid of the artist’s block. This may include fear, jealousy, guilt, etc. At the same time, it gives you tools to replace these blocks with self-confidence and productivity.
Untamed is a memoir written by the activist and the best-selling author Glennon Doyle. The book talks about the challenges women have to face to be themselves, given the conditioning and the social pressure. Women are always asked to keep their discontentment a secret. In the wake of being good mothers, partners, and daughters, women have been suppressing their feelings beneath cultural conditioning and years of substance abuse.
In this book, she expresses her own unhappiness when she realized she was a lesbian. However, she had to or rather was forced to bury this truth to make people around happy. However, she shares the journey of how she realized who she was and how she decided to quit being good to please others. How she chose to give up on the expectations of the world out of her and live the way she wanted to.
This book is a reminder for women who sacrifice to live for the sake of different roles they play. It basically gives them the understanding that being a good mother in no way means dying each day for your family. However, it rather should be about living each day to the fullest.
Feeding the Soul is a book by Tabitha Brown, the American actress, and vegan food influencer. In this book, she appeals to the people out there, who are struggling to make good out of their lives. She serves you with both affirmations and inspiration on how to live your life with freedom, love, and peace of mind.
She says that people always look at her now and tell her what a beautiful life she has. However, they are only looking at her life from the outside. That is, they are looking at the fruits and ignoring the roots.
Through her own life stories, Tabitha consoles all the people striving to make good out of their lives that it is never easy and quick. That, she herself has been through anxiety, depression, auto-immune pain herself and come out strong.
She was at such a juncture where she had never thought that she would be able to pull herself out of this darkness. But, she made it through and decided that the day she makes a breakthrough, she will be the light for others. This would help them to come out of the darkness.
In this book, the author gives faith, hope, and light to people who are struggling to make it in life. She says that it is never easy and that you are not alone. No matter what the journey looks like today, it shall pass.
Further, she even cautions that nothing happens overnight. The fear of uncertainties has made more and more people stressed and anxiety-ridden. But through her life stories, she gives hope that life is not always difficult. There are lighter moments in the book that will make you laugh. There are also instances where you will cry.
Finally, she also shares some of the easy vegan recipes in her book for you to cook by the spirit.
Tuesdays with Morrie is the New York Times Best Seller written by the journalist Mitch Albom. The book is about Mitch and his professor Morrie. Morrie Schwartz was Mitch’s favorite professor, whom he introduced his parents to on his graduation day. Morrie was very fond of Mitch and told his parents on the graduation day how Mitch took every class Morrie taught and that Mitch was special.
Mitch hugged his professor and promised to keep in touch. But, after stepping out of college, Mitch gets caught up in life and its demands. He has a serious encounter with death where he sees his favorite uncle, just 44, died due to prostate cancer. This changed his life all of a sudden and he started feeling that time is very precious. So, he completed his master’s degree in journalism and decided to never look back. This is because his uncle worked in a corporation and hated his boring, routine job. Mitch didn’t want to die like his uncle.
However, Mitch narrates how in the wake of this, he lost contact with his loved ones. Then, events take place where he gets to meet his favorite professor Morrie. However, Morrie is now in a wheelchair and is suffering from a terminal illness. But, the professor hasn’t lost hope from the day his doctor told him about his illness which will lead him to death. Mitch, in his final meeting with Morrie, learns his last lessons of how it feels like dying. And how one should ideally live his life.
Books on Success and Motivation
15. Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds
Can’t Hurt Me is a book written by David Goggins, the U.S. armed forces icon, and named by the ‘Outside’ magazine as ‘The Fittest (Real) Man in America. In this book, Goggins shares stories from his life. He narrates instances of how he was born broken, grew up with the beat downs, was tortured in school, and called a nigger innumerable times.
And much like many people, he used to say that God dealt him a bad hand. He also reveals that he knows what a bad hand feels like because he has faced it all. Typically, it is normal for people to make bad choices in such circumstances. This is because this comes naturally to humans as that’s how our brains function.
However, he chose a path full of pain, accepted and loved his suffering, and changed himself from a weak personality to the strongest one. As per him, no matter who you are or what your parents do, you are just living at 40% of your real capability.
According to Goggins, all of us are capable of doing so much more. However, it takes a lot of will, heart, and a determined mind to achieve that. He says that we all become eligible to die from the day we are born. Similarly, we also become eligible for finding our potential and preparing ourselves for the fight ahead. It is only you who can control your mind which helps you to live a fearless life filled with achievements.
The High 5 Habit is a book written by Mel Robbins, the international best-selling author of the book – The 5 Second Rule. In this book, the author talks about the high 5 habits that she’s proud to discover. As per the author, she found this rule one morning when she was in the bathroom, brushing her teeth.
That’s when she got a glimpse of her in the mirror and started complaining about everything that formed part of her. The dark circles under the eyes, the pointed chin, the loose skin on her stomach, etc.
She started thinking about a number of improvements she needs to make to look good. Basically, she went into the self-critical zone, given the increasing demands of life.
This is when she realized that things could really turn if there would be someone to tell her that all will be well. That’s when she discovered the high 5 habits. That is, giving a high-five to yourself each day.
It’s like without uttering a word, you give yourself the assurance that you can do it. It is about being kind towards yourself and saying that you are not alone.
17. Whatever It Takes: Master the Habits to Transform Your Business, Relationships, and Life
Whatever it Takes is a book written by Brandon Bornancin, the CEO and founder of Seamless.AI, one of the top 50 LinkedIn startups.
As per the author, you have to have a ‘Whatever It Takes’ attitude to amplify your success. He says that one needs to get rid of self-limiting beliefs, develop such an attitude, and continue to strive regardless of challenges.
He’s out of people who became the richest kid in college with his first business venture and lost it all in his second. He says that one must take his failures as the fuel one requires to get up and get going. And this is the point from which you must do whatever it takes to achieve your goals.
In fact, the author wrote this book during the pandemic so that he could reach out to people who were shutting down their businesses. He lost all his money in his second venture during the 2008-2009 global financial meltdown. That’s when he learned how to survive the tough times.
In this book, he shares the bulletproof mentality that his team at Seamless.AI practiced. This helped them grow the company by over 300%, all during the pandemic.
One of the quotes from this book is from Will Smith’s popular movie, Pursuit of Happyness. It says “Don’t ever let anyone tell you, you can’t do something. Not even me. You got a dream, you gotta protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they want to tell you, you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period.
Relaxation is a form of self-care, and one way to achieve inner peace and relaxation is by having a good bath. A good bath can guarantee a new and clean beginning. Hence, it is important to have and use good products for your skin and the ones that can nourish our minds as well.
One product that has become popular worldwide for having bubble baths is bath bombs. However, in a competitive industry where many companies constantly develop diverse products, it is hard to recognize the best among the rest.
There are currently countless companies and small businesses producing items for bubble baths. Different business owners have different gimmicks and take to welcome new customers to take an interest in trying many kinds of bath bombs. But how do you know which products are best for you? Here are the Best Bubble Baths of 2022.
I. Best Bubble Bath For Kids
1. The Honest Company Truly Calming Lavender Bubble Bath Tear Free Kids Bubble Bath
The first on the list is “The Honest Company Truly Calming Lavender” Bubble Bath. This one is an ultra-calming lavender bubble bath comprising naturally derived ingredients and essential oils that cleanse, soothe, and nourish your baby’s skin.
The lavender essential oil extracts calm and relaxes your baby, thus making it a perfect addition to your baby bath routine. Moreover, the organic chamomile, calendula jojoba protein, and quinoa extract enrich your babies’ delicate skin.
Because it is made for babies, this product does not have dyes, sulfates, parabens, synthetic fragrances, formaldehyde donors, SLS, MEA, DEA, and TEAs. Thus, the product is 100% safe for your baby.
This bubble bath comes in four scents: sweet almond, lavender, sweet orange vanilla, and fragrance-free for those who are sensitive to scent. Also, this product contains ingredients that will ensure smooth skin.
The second on the list of Best Bubble Bath for Kids is Alaffia Kids Lemon Lavender Bubble Bath. This product has a combination of lemon balm, lavender oil, protective shea leaf, and certified fair-trade unrefined “raw” shea butter. All these natural ingredients are quite gentle on the skin and have calming effects.
Furthermore, the product has no parabens, sulfates, phthalates, silicones, mineral oil, artificial color, or synthetic fragrance. Also, it is cruelty-free and vegan.” Also, this product is appropriate for all skin types as it comprises plant-based ingredients that are quite nourishing for your baby’s skin.
As they say, it offers bubbly bath fun to your baby along with nourishing, cleansing, and enriching your baby’s skin with coconut oil and lemon lavender.
The first product on the list of the best bubble bath for sensitive skin is Mape Holistics’ “Bubble Bath for Women, Men, and Teens”. Enriched with Lavender Essential Oil Clary Sage, Palmarosa, Aromatherapy extracts, it moisturizes and nourishes your skin.
Plus, it offers a foaming bubble bath that relaxes your body and takes away all your worries.
Further, this adult formula is sulfate-free and features natural oils that nourish your skin and ensure that you do not compromise on your self-care. In case, you are searching for an aromatherapy-like bath product, this one’s a great choice.
4. EO Products Bubble Bath Serenity French Lavender With Aloe
Immerse into botanical extracts filled bubble bath experience with EO Products’ Bubble Bath Serenity French Lavender with Aloe. It is 100% organic and advertises serenity when used. Further, this product is enriched with high concentrations of botanical extracts that soothe and nourishes your skin.
Also, it comprises pure essential oils and organic ingredients that moisturize your skin deeply. Also, this bubble bath is gluten-free and is thus a perfect product for those who are gluten-intolerant or gluten-sensitive.
Plus, all bath items from the house of EO Products are cruelty-free and are scented with 100% pure essential oils.
So, up your daily skin-care routine and treat your skin with the french lavender with this pure organic product.
If you want a bath full of foam and bubbles along with serious skincare, then the Babyganics Bubble Bath is the right choice for you. This is a baby bubbe bath product that is formulated with plant-derived and certified organic ingredients.
The bubble bath product from the store of Babyganics is quite gentle for your skin as well as that of your baby. This is because it does not comprise ingredients like parabens, sulfates, phthalates, mineral oil, petrolatum, artificial fragrances, or dyes that can be harmful to your skin.
Further, all the Babyganics Baby Bath products are tested by dermatologists and are hence recommended by pediatricians. This means you do not have to worry about skin allergies and your baby losing out on the fun due to tears in his eyes.
Thus, Babyganics Bubble Bath is perfect for kids and families as it is safe for children and all skin types.
BareBaby’s Organic Baby Bubble Bath is the best product for those searching for an eczema bubble bath. Eczema is a skin disease that makes your skin itchy, red, and irritated. As suggested by National Eczema Organization, taking a bath using a gentle cleanser like an organic baby bubble bath can help in treating Eczema.
BareBaby’s Organic Baby Bubble Bath is enriched with natural and organic ingredients. These include Aloe, Cucumber, Kiwi, Ginger, and much more.
Besides these organic extracts, the bubble bath also has Citrus Essential Oils like orange and grapefruit that smell great but are quite soothing for your skin as well as that of your baby.
These plant-based extracts are rich in minerals that offer a host of benefits. These benefits include:
stimulating blood circulation
revitalizing skin
moisturizing skin
strengthens your baby’s hair
In addition to offering these benefits, the great part about the product is that is absolutely safe. This is because it does not comprise harmful agents like Paraben, Dye, Gluten, and Sulfate. lAlso, it does not contain any carcinogens and petroleum-derived ingredients that can prove harmful for your skin and that of your baby.
Thus, BareBaby’s Organic Baby Bubble Bath is safe, gentle, calming, and eczema friendly. It is gentle on the skin and safe to use for all skin types.
This one is a premium beauty product that is enriched with Lavender extract to give you the relaxing benefits of Haute-Provence Lavender – a region of Southeastern France. The plant has certain medicinal properties and its essential oil is quite valuable.
Further, this luxury bubble bath product forms generous foam when mixed in lukewarm water. The benign fragrance of Lavender relaxes your mind, body, and stimulates your senses.
Also, the organic ingredients make your skin smooth, clean, and fragrant when you step out of a warm bath. So, to relax your senses, all you need to do is pour two or three spoonfuls of bubble bath into warm water and enjoy the tranquility.
This luxury bath product comes in liquid form and leaves users with fragrant skin after use.
The next on our list of luxury bubble bath products list is Vitabath’s Cool Spearmint & Thyme Bubble Bath. This bubble bath is filled with the crisp cool scent of fresh spearmint that gives you the much-needed blissful experience.
Besides the spearmint top note, the bubble bath is also enriched with eucalyptus, tea tree, French thyme, and refreshing Rosemary extract that help in clearing your mind and reviving your senses.
The bubble bath also comprises a host of healthy ingredients that help in nourishing your skin besides the rich and long-lasting fragrance. These ingredients include Vitamins A, B3, C, E & Pro-Vitamin B5; and a blend of Acai, Goji, Coffee, Noni, Pomegranate, Green Tea & Mangosteen.
Further, the product is free from harsh ingredients like propylene glycol, parabens, phenoxyethanol, silicones, phthalates, dye, gluten, and soy. Thus, it gives a nourishing and blissful experience.
The first product on our Best Bubble Bath UK is the “Neals Yard Remedies Aromatic Foaming Bath. This product is enriched with organic ingredients like lavender, sweet-scented geranium, and Spanish marjoram to give you a relaxing and unwinding fragrant foamy bath.
These organic essential oils give you an aromatic bathing experience as well as stimulate your senses. Thus, you experience a conditioning effect as both your mind and body get refreshed with this foamy bubble bath.
Neal Yard is the first health and beauty brand to be certified organic in the UK by the Soil Association. Further, the brand is also cruelty-free certified, and vegetarian-approved as many of its products are also suitable for vegans.
Besides this, the brand also holds the distinction of the first CarbonNeutral certified high street retailer.
Proper sleep is important for maintaining good mental health just like eating, drinking, and breathing. As per Mental Health Organisation, improper sleep over a sustained period of time can lead to a number of problems. These may include fatigue, poor concentration, and irritability. It may also lead to mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, etc,
Thus, sleep and health are strongly related to each other. Improper sleep may lead to poor health whereas proper and good quality sleep adds to your good health.
The next product under this category is “NEOM – Perfect Night’s Sleep Bath Foam.” This product has been developed especially to help your body and mind have proper sleep at night. Thus, this luxury bubble bath is just a perfect product before hitting the bed.
This is because the product contains marshmallows and coconut oil extracts that smoothen your skin. Besides this, Neon’s Night’s Sleep Bath Foam also has aloe and almond oil extracts that relax your senses and smoothens your mind.
In addition to this, the product comes enriched with 14 other pure essential oils including English lavender, chamomile, patchouli, basil, and jasmine.
These essential oils are blended in such a way that the resulting formula helps you to relax and prepare your mind for sleep. So, to indulge yourself as well as your family members in this soothing experience, all you need to do is pour a capful of foam into the tap water.
Then, soak yourself for at least 10 minutes in the natural bubble bath and breathe the lavender scent to enrich your senses.
There are days when the daily hustle gives you pain in muscles, sore feet, or aches in different areas of your body. At that point in time, all you need is either muscle therapy or a spa that relaxes your body as well as relieves your muscle pain.
It is a general acceptance that a bubble bath with ordinary water relaxes muscles and causes tissue congestion. Further, the dislocation of systemic fluids increases the venous blood supply to your heart, improves metabolism, and gives you the feeling of loosening and relaxation.
Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath revitalizes your muscle pain and gives you relief from stress. What makes your bathing an extraordinary experience with this foam bath is that it combines essential oils with pure Epsom salt. Epsom salt contains Magnesium and Sulphate that help in stimulating the detoxification process in your body. Magnesium helps in removing toxins while Sulphate makes the release of toxins via your digestive tract quite easy.
Besides this, this bubble bath contains essential oils like Lavender that have soothing properties and hence relaxes your body as well as mind. Further, it also helps in giving you a good night’s sleep.
Another product under the category of best relaxing bubble bath is Deep Steep’s Lavender Chamomile Bubble Bath. It’s a botanically rich product containing natural essential oils like lavender, chamomile, eucalyptus, grapefruit, peppermint, rosemary, lime, orange, and lemon.
This personal care product enhances your self-care experience as it gives you the benefits of ancient bathing rituals. Also, this bubble bath consists of organic coconut oil, shea butter, argan oil, and aloe vera that leaves your skin smooth and nourished.
Its also safe for babies as it does not have harmful ingredients like parabens, sulfates, Sodium Benzoate, and other deadly chemicals. Made with organic and vegan ingredients, this bubble bath helps to soothe and moisturize the skin. Further, the Deep Steep Bubble Bath is also known for enhancing your sleep.
VII. Romantic Bubble Baths
13. Bath And Body Works Aromatherapy LOVE – ROSE + VANILLA Body Wash And Foam Bath
One of the best romantic bubble baths is the Aromatherapy Love Rose + Vanilla Foam from the house of Bath and Body Works. This bubble bath product is enriched with extracts of rose oil and vanilla. The rose oil inspires connection while the vanilla calms your mind and encourages relaxation.
Further, the foam bath also comprises aloe and bamboo extracts that cleanse your skin, conditions it, and gives it the requisite moisture. Thus, Bath and Body Works Bubble Bath brings aromatherapy home as it provides you with a pleasant aroma, thus making your bathing experience peaceful and pleasurable.
The next product on the Romantic Bubble Baths list is “Aura Cacia’s Relaxing Lavender Aromatherapy Bubble Bath”. This product has top notes of lavender that give you an aromatherapy-kind of experience.
Plus, the bubble bath also comprises essential oils, skincare oils, and other pure botanical ingredients. These ingredients include pure Lavender, Lavandin and spike lavender essential oils. All of this ensures that you have a calming, gentle bathing experience.
Besides this, Aura Cacia’s bubble bath products pass through a multi-step testing process. This means you have access to high-quality products without any harmful ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or synthetic fragrances.
Relaxation and aromatherapy are the two key benefits of this product. This relieves stress and gives your mind the much-needed calming effect.
The “Burt’s Bees Baby Bubble Bath is a Hypoallergenic product. This product is meant for those who have a skin type that is extremely sensitive to allergies. The term Hypoallergenic means a product that is less likely to cause allergies or contains few allergy-producing substances.
In addition to this, the Burt’s Bees Baby Bubble Bath is tear-free, SLS-free, and free from phthalates, parabens, petrolatum, and other harmful ingredients. This means the product is absolutely safe for your skin as well as for your baby.
Another great thing about this product is that it is Pediatrician tested. So it’s completely effective and natural in cleansing your skin. Further, essential oils like Coconut Oil, Sunflower Oil, and Soy Proteins also help in cleansing your skin naturally without any irritation or drying.
The “Baby Bum Bubble Bath” is a Pediatrician and Dermatologist tested product from the house of Sun Bum. It’s a plant-based formula developed using gentle ingredients. These ingredients include coconut oil, avocado oil, and aloe that moisturize your baby’s skin naturally. Additionally, this product is vegan, cruelty, gluten, and dye-free thus meeting the needs of your baby’s delicate skin.
Also, it does not contain other harmful agents like paraben, sulfate, silicone, and phthalate thus giving your baby safe and nourishing skincare. Therefore, you may expect flawless skin all the way down to your baby’s bum with its safe ingredients.
“TruKid Bubble Podz for Baby” is a go-to product for moms who are looking for bath essentials for kids suffering from eczema.
It is a refreshing bubble bath for soft & sensitive skin. Further, it is completely safe for your little one as it is tear-free as well as free from chemicals, fragrances, phthalate, and parabens.
Also, the product comes enriched with natural ingredients like aloe, vitamin E, and oatmeal that keep the allergens away from attacking your baby’s skin. Also, it hydrates your baby’s skin and offers super gentle bath care.
The best part is that the product comes in pre-measured, single-use, water-soluble pods that are ready-to-use and offer a natural burst that dissolves almost instantly in water. In case you have hard water, it is suggested that you pour 2 or more Podz to get the right amount of bubbles.
The National Eczema Association also approves this product. So you can easily trust that this product is safe and true to its name and purpose.
The next product on the bubble bath for eczema list is “Babo Botanicals Moisturizing Baby 2-in-1 Bubble Bath & Wash”. It is a plant-based formula that contains natural oat milk and organic calendula that are 100% mild and pure botanical ingredients. These organic ingredients offer relief from Eczema symptoms thus providing a calming effect.
Furthermore, it gently cleanses, nourishes, and protects your baby’s sensitive skin from allergic reactions as it is hypoallergenic. Plus, the product does not contain ingredients that are typically harsh for skin like sulfate.
This product is designed specifically for children aged three months and up who have sensitive skin or other skin issues like Eczema.
For the last category on the best bubble baths of 2022, we have “LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs”. This bath bomb offers a colorful and creative take on bath bombs and is made perfect for a gift or even for a relaxing night in. This pack comprises 12 beautiful and therapeutic bath bombs. Thus, these can become a part of your experience and can make it fun by having a bubble bath in different colors.
Furthermore, these bath bombs are therapeutic, moisturizing, and are quite effective for normal to dry skin. The set includes 12 different scents. These include Angel, Fun on the Beach, Lemongrass Green Tea, Shea and Coconut, Love, Kiwi and Strawberry, Black Raspberry Vanilla, Melon Ball, Victorian Rose, and Mango Papaya.
Also, this product was originally developed for kids. However, it is now loved by people of all ages.
The last bath bomb on the list is “INTEYE Organic & Natural Bath Bombs.” This 24-piece bath bomb set is a perfect gift set for people who enjoy taking baths regularly. Because of the diverse colors and scents, each bath bomb has many individuals, especially youngsters, who may be captivated by each bath bomb in this collection. Bathing will be easier and more enjoyable for youngsters since they may play with the colors while bathing, and it may also help them relax and fall asleep more quickly afterward. The formula is made up of organic and natural substances that nourish and improve the texture of the skin.
This list demonstrates that the greatest bubble baths of 2022 only contain the highest-quality components that assist both physical and emotional wellness. The majority of the goods listed above are made entirely of organic and natural components and are safe for children to use.
Some of the best sleep trackers and most accurate fitness trackers use various sensors to track movement, cardiac as well as respiratory physiology.
These sensor technologies track movement one makes during sleep and such data is used in algorithms to know sleep time and quality.
Sleep quality is related to both the physical and mental well-being of an individual. Improper sleep can result in sleep disorders like Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) or daytime sleepiness.
In most cases, sleep disorders remain undetected and untreated despite these being a cause of serious mental conditions and mortality.
Conventionally, sleep disorders are tracked through polysomnography and actigraphic assessment. A polysomnogram also called the sleep study, measures brain activity via electroencephalogram (EEG), muscular activity, and eye movements.
However, one needs to sleep in a lab or special environment for the sleep test that distinguishes between various sleep stages. With some of the best sleep trackers in the market, one can track sleep duration, quality of sleep, sleep phases in some cases, and environmental and lifestyle factors.
Now, these sleep trackers may give you data that you can use to adjust your sleep patterns. But, you must consult a medical professional in case you face issues with sleeping.
Withings Sleep is a sleep tracking mat that can be easily placed under any mattress. It enables you to get a detailed analysis of your sleep cycles, heart rate, and snore detection.
For instance, you can know the sleep duration, time to sleep and wake up. Likewise, the sleep tracking mat also helps you to analyze and break down sleep into deep, light, and REM phases.
Further, the Sleep Score tells you how revitalizing your sleep was during the night. The Withings Sleep tracking mat comes with pneumatic and sound sensors. These sensors measure heartbeat and respiratory rate through body movements everywhere on the mattress.
Also, it comes with the Withings Health Mate app that lets you track your progress and seek help from coaches to achieve your goal. Thus, you can easily share a PDF of your sleep statistics with your medical professional from the application.
Experiencing a tough time getting restorative sleep? Get Biostrap Active is one of the best sleep trackers that gives you easy-to-understand sleep analytics. It’s a complete, personal health monitoring set that makes in-depth analyses of your sleep and helps you take data-driven actions.
Biostrap Active Set contains an EVO biosensor, a Black wristband, a heart rate monitor (chest strap or armband), an activity pod, an activity clip, a single-slot charger, a USB cable, and a user guide.
Further, it has its own proprietary IR/Red sensor that takes in measurements from underneath your skin. This is 10 times deeper in contrast to the green light sensors used in the majority of the wearables. Further, it undertakes raw waveform analysis that gives you a detailed assessment of your health biometrics using cloud-based algorithms.
All the data collected by Biostrap is sent to researchers via its remote patient monitoring web app.
Thus, with Biostrap you can track snoring using Sleep Lab and monitor arm and leg movement with wristband and pod. Also, get biometric scans every two minutes producing oxygen saturation, heart rate, and respiratory rate.
POLAR Vantage V2 is the multisport GPS watch you need to get data from under your skin. This watch comes with a Sleep Plus Stages feature that provides sleep tracking and gives you an in-depth view of your sleeping activity during the night.
Simply wear POLAR Vantage V2 on your wrist during the night while you sleep and it will automatically track light, deep, and REM sleep stages. It reflects how much time you spent in each sleep phase and keeps a count of your sleep cycles.
It’s a sleep tracker watch that collates your sleep time quality into an easy-to-monitor sleep score. With its Polar Flow app, you can easily see a break-up of your quality sleep components.
In addition to this, POLAR Vantage gives you multiple solutions for your heart rate monitoring. For instance, with its Polar Precision Prime sensor fusion technology, you can monitor heart rate from your wrist. Likewise, there are other heart rate sensors that allow you to measure heart rate through a chest strap and armband.
MUSE S is a comfortable headband that undertakes brain sensing to analyze and monitor sleep and attention levels. It tracks your sleep, heart rate, brain waves, body movements, and breath with the help of a high-end EEG technology.
It is an EEG device that understands your brain activity to direct you on whether your mind is at peace or noisy. It converts your brain waves into sounds of weather. These sounds tell you if your brain is at peace or is active.
All you need to do is connect MUSE with your mobile device through Bluetooth. On a successful connection, simply start the Muse Meditation app, plug in your earphones, and listen to your brain waves being converted into weather sounds.
Also, you can choose the environment you want to be in. That is, do you want to hear your mind through desert waves or rain in a rainforest. Accordingly, an active mind will give you loud weather sounds. Whereas, a calm mind will produce a quiet sound of weather.
MUSE S comes with 7 sensors that measure and analyze your brain activity. It gives you real-time feedback on your heart rate, body movement, breath, and mental activity.
Also, its responsive go-to-sleep content prepares you for a relaxed sleep.
Fitbit Sense is a health smartwatch that comes with sleep tracking.
How does Fitbit Track Sleep?
Fitbit Sense is a sleep tracker watch that monitors your sleep time in light, deep, and REM sleep stages. Based on this sleep tracking, this Fitbit sleep tracker gives you a daily sleep score so that you get a better understanding of your sleep quality each night.
In addition to this, you can monitor your heart rate 24×7 with PurePulse 2.0. Therefore, you can track your heart rate while you exercise or use it while sleep tracking. You can also check a nightly average of variation in time between each heartbeat and view the weekly pattern on Health Metric Dashboard.
Likewise, Fitbit Sense automatically tracks your breathing rate while you sleep. This will help you analyze and track any major changes in your breathing rates overnight.
Further, you can also monitor SpO2 or the level of oxygen in your blood and see weekly changes to check your well-being.
Finally, to get an overview of your sleep to heart rate, simply download the Fitbit app and monitor your progress.
Amazfit Band 5 makes it to the list of one of the best wearable sleep trackers 2022. This wearable is a professional sleep monitor that recognizes sleep stages such as deep, light, REM, and awake periods. And based on this sleep tracking gives you an assessment of the quality of your sleep breathing so that you adjust your sleeping habits.
It also monitors daytime naps that are longer than 20 minutes. Further, Amazifit comes with a huami-proprietary BioTracker 2 PPG bio-tracking optical sensor that monitors your heart rate 24×7. Thus, its heart rate measurement accuracy matches with a professional heart rate monitoring device.
Likewise, it enables you to measure the oxygen levels in the blood and analyze your physical state with Oxygenbeats.
The best is, it comes with Alexa built-in so that you can know about various things, control home devices, and do much more.
Finally, you can easily check where you stand in terms of your sleep, heart rate, oxygen saturation, etc through a Single Score. Amazfit Band 5 comes with a professional health assessment system known as Personal Activity Intelligence (PAI).
With PAI, you don’t need to put in much effort to understand the complex data. This is because PAI translates all the information related to heart rate, routine activities, and other health statistics in an easy-to-understand numerical score.
Fitbit Versa 2 is another sleep tracker watch that comes built-in with smart features like sleep tracking, fitness features, applications, and much more.
Fitbit Sleep Apnea Pattern
Get deep insights into your night and adjust your sleeping patterns for quality sleep. Fitbit’s high-end sleep tools help you relax, amp up your energy levels, and improve your overall well-being.
All you need to do is wear this Fitbit wearable during the night and it will automatically record your sleep. It also helps you monitor time spent in light, deep, and REM sleep stages and gives you a personalized sleep score to understand the quality of your sleep.
Now this is very helpful because if you have more restlessness during sleep, it may be a strong indication towards sleep apnea. Therefore, you may in that case consult your general physician for help.
You can also create a sleep schedule, set bedtime reminders, and get detailed sleep insights to know how your sleep is associated with your routine activity and mood.
Fitbit Versa 2 also comes with motion detectors and heart rate sensors. Its PurePulse technology makes heart rate tracking very easy so that you can manage stress and use heart rate to track your sleep stages.
Further, with the Fitbit app, you can track other metrics like blood oxygen levels, skin temperature, heart rate variations, etc to make adjustments for improved wellbeing.
Fitbit Charge 4 is another health and fitness tracker that has a built-in GPS, round-the-clock heart rate monitoring, and sleep tracking to make changes for improved health.
It enables you to see time spent during the light, deep, and REM sleep stages so that you can make changes for improving your sleep quality. Further, you can get to know more about your resting state with automatic sleep tracking, silent alarms, bedtime reminders, and tips in the Fitbit App.
Likewise, you can monitor SpO2 or oxygen levels in your blood and see weekly trends of the SpO2 nightly average. Also, you can track your breathing rate and heart rate variability to spot any significant changes in your overall health.
Fitbit Charge 4 also comes with small and large wristbands and a charging cable. It packs a:
3 -axis accelerometer
optical heart rate monitor
Red and infrared sensors for monitoring oxygen levels
Device temperature sensor
Altimeter
Vibration motor and
NFC
under the hood.
With these specifications and much more features, Fitbit Charge 4 makes it one of the best sleep trackers with o2 sensor.
Beautyrest sleep tracker is a premium sleep monitoring device that comes with an Alexa built-in for smart home connectivity.
It is basically a processor that packs two powerful sensors and can be placed underneath your mattress. This means it is a non-wearable solution that tracks the slightest movement and captures data in its application.
Thus, you can monitor your heart rate and time spent in the light, deep, and REM sleep stages. It also enables you to monitor two sleepers at a time and translates all the complex data in its easy-to-use Beautyrest Sleeptracker application.
Further, the in-built alarm system wakes you up at the right time so that there is no sleepiness during the day. You can also get daily, weekly, and monthly sleep trend reports that you can share with your doctor for a better understanding of your quality of sleep.
Garmin Venu 2 is another sleep tracker smartwatch that enables you to undertake science-based health monitoring. It helps you to track blood oxygen levels, heart rate, and stress indicators for analyzing sleep quality.
Likewise, by initiating its Health Snapshot function, you can get an in-depth view of heart rate, blood oxygen, respiration, and stress levels for each second with two minutes.
Thus, by tracking the above metrics together with time spent in each sleep stage, you can work out your sleep score and make adjustments for improving your sleep quality.
Apart from sleep tracking, there are many advanced features that help you keep track of your fitness regime and take various fitness classes online from your screen.
The best part is that you can store up to 650 songs and also sync it with multiple entertainment streaming platforms.
Apple Watch Series 6 is the smartwatch you need to track your overall fitness and sleep trends.
With its Sleep App, you can easily develop a daily bedtime routine and track your sleep trends for each night.
It comes with an in-built blood oxygen sensor that works together with the Blood Oxygen app to monitor your blood oxygen level. Likewise, you can monitor your ECG on the go. It packs electrodes in the Digital Crown that connects with the ECG app to read your heart’s electrical signals.
It then checks the heartbeat recording for irregular rhythms like atrial fibrillation, low or high heart rate, and sinus rhythm. Thus, in case you have any issue, irrespective of anything, you can simply share your ECG details with your doctor by exporting a PDF.
In addition to this, you can keep track of your fitness regime, share it with anyone for motivation and do much more.
Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is the ios another best wearable fitness tracker to monitor each movement you make with accuracy.
It packs PPG biosensors that enable you to track your heart rate 24×7 and identify any unusual activity. Likewise, the heart rate alerts send you vibrating reminders at the time when your heart rate is too high.
Further, you can track the REM sleep stage and also record the quality of your naps. This helps you understand your sleep patterns and seek medical help in situations of sleep issues like insomnia.
Apart from this, there are many features like stress monitoring, recording breathing patterns, a personal vitality index that gives tips on activities you must undertake for better overall wellbeing.
Oura Ring is the sleep tracking ring that packs sensor technology and syncs with a user-friendly app. This helps you get in-depth insights about your health as it touches your body by wearing it in one of your fingers.
It’s a fitness tracker ring that has infrared light PPG sensors that take in-depth insights in contrast to most of the wearables.
Likewise, it measures temperature directly from your skin to help you know important body status insights.
Further, while you sleep, it captures your resting heart rate, heart rate variability, sleeping time and quality, and nighttime movement.
It also tracks the amount of time you spend in the Light, Deep, and REM sleep stages. Thus, taking all these parameters, the Our sleep ring works out a Sleep Score that gives you an understanding of your overall sleep quality. This is to help you make adjustments if needed.
A variety of places have installed water features like water fountains, water walls, fish tanks, and fish ponds. Be it healthcare facilities, childcare centers, adult centers, or commercial spaces.
This is because the sounds of softly trickling water help in creating a calming environment.
A study showcases that water features bring great mental benefits for individuals. Therefore, it is important to incorporate water features both in indoor and outdoor design to enhance the quality of life of individuals.
Besides this, the study also claims that people experience an air of sophistication, elegance, and relaxation in their outdoor spaces having water fountains.
Further, they feel a sense of connection to the natural environment, calmness, and relaxation.
Thus, to promote a high quality of life, research says that it is important to reduce stress. And water is one of the mechanisms that has proven to reduce stress in individuals.
It stimulates an individual’s senses which further lead to an emotional response and a higher form of living.
Therefore, in this article, we will walk you through some of the best indoor water fountains of 2022 so that you can incorporate them into your indoor spaces and lead a high quality of life.
It’s an indoor water fountain that helps in creating a zen garden producing the calming sounds of a cascading waterfall.
The water fountain incorporates an arm bamboo spout and a pump that transforms your indoor space into a mini-oasis.
To make the indoor space more zen-like, you can place your own ceramic or pottery bowl below the bamboo spout for the water to flow and produce soothing sounds.
It’s a DIY indoor water fountain. So, you do not have to worry about setting the water fountain as it just takes 5 minutes to customize the feng-shui look of your indoor space.
All you need to do is place the electric pump inside the bowl and submerge it into water. Cover the submerged pump with indoor fountain accessories like home depot stones, crystal gemstones, decorative flowers, rocks, etc.
Then, cover the bowl with the sleek and handcrafted bamboo spout. You have your customized water fountain ready within minutes.
This is the second-best indoor water fountain on our list. The water jar fountain from the house of Alpine Corporation features a water pump in the interior of the jar.
Further, the pump is electrically corded. So, you just need to plug it in to experience the sounds of a trickling stream of water flowing right from the top of the jar.
Besides this, you can give your indoor/outdoor space a vintage cum modern look.
It’s because the water jar incorporates a cracked design with a rust concrete construction and turquoise color that enhances your indoor space.
Plus, the soothing sounds emanating from the water flow adds a peaceful ambiance to it.
The first indoor waterfall on our list of tabletop fountains is HoMedics’ Indoor 3-Tier Relaxation Tabletop Fountain.
This is one of the bestselling indoor waterfall fountains that gives you a calming and zen-like experience in your indoor space.
The HoMedics’ tabletop fountain features a 3-tier artistic design that leaves no stone unturned in producing gentle soothing sounds of flowing water.
To produce the calming sounds, the water fountain incorporates a silver fountain along with river rocks, 3 leaf tiers, a fountain base, and an electric pump.
These add ons like the LED lighting and the natural river rocks along with the flowing water sound help you destress anytime.
Thus, you can use this tabletop fountain after work to unwind the day, during yoga or meditation sessions, or while sleeping.
The second best-selling tabletop water fountain is the tiered column tabletop fountain from the house of Alpine Corporation.
This indoor waterfall fountain comes with three candles, weathered stone-like pillars, natural stones that give your indoor space the ambiance of tranquility.
The experience is similar to a water oasis producing sounds of the flowing water trickling down a cascading waterfall.
Thus, the electric pump drives the water through the three-tier spout which then flows into the lower basin filled with water and natural rocks.
Moreover, the tea candles when lighted provide a subtle and intimate source of light to your office, bedroom, living room, or any other space that you wish to decorate.
As per a study, psychologists agree that most people get positively attracted to nature and certain aspects within nature.
Thus, small gardens with ponds act as areas of refuge, escape, and relaxation for people dwelling in large urban cities.
This is because the brain becomes conscious of the soothing sound of the trickling water and replaces the negative thoughts with a soothing scene of flowing water.
Therefore, the first outdoor water fountain on our list is Alpine Corporation’s 2-tier rustic pump barrel waterfall.
This outdoor water fountain comes with faux wood barrels and a pump head featuring a rust look. The interior pump pushes the water and expels it via a two-tier barrel design.
Thus, the trickling sound of the water relaxes your mind and adds a peaceful ambiance to your outdoor setting.
All you need to do is place the outdoor water fountain in the outdoor space you like and plug in the electric water pump.
You must go for Kenroy’s Lincoln Fountain if you want to add a contemporary yet rust-textured waterfall fountain to your garden or patio.
The Lincoln floor fountain from the house of Kenroy Home is a four basin water fountain comprising a rectangular tower with a stepped look.
Thus, water flows from the top basin down to the bottom trickling from one vent to the other.
The fountain’s contemporary design with rustic coloring with wood grain finish gives it a vintage look. Therefore, it’s a perfect piece for your vintage-inspired outdoor space.
Plus, the indoor waterfall fountain emanates pleasant sounds of trickling water thus adding the element of tranquility to your outdoor space.
The outdoor water fountain features a thermal sensitive water pump comprising an industry-leading motor and other components. Thus, the pump shuts off when the water level is too low.
Besides this, the rustic lodge-style water fountain is quite durable as it is crafted from lightweight wood grain-finished resin. Further, the resin does not fade and chip easily.
The Mirror Waterfall Fountain from the house of Alpine Corporation adds natural beauty to your indoor or outdoor space.
This contemporary-looking wall fountain incorporates a reflecting mirror with water gently falling from the top of the mirror laying under the aluminum construction.
The falling water trickles onto the bed of natural stones at the bottom and produces a soothing sound, just like a natural waterfall.
Thus, the soothing water sound adds peace to your indoor or outdoor space and relaxes your mind.
Plus, the soft halogen light projecting onto the waterfall focuses your mind on the trickling water and takes negativity away.
This water fountain can embrace any corner of your home or office as it’s got perfect size and brings about peaceful sounds.
Remember, you need to use a soft terry cloth along with soapy water to clean the mirror.
If you are looking for a classic wall fountain, then choose Kenroy Home’s Royal Fountain. This water fountain features a lion head accent and is crafted using sandstone finished resin.
In addition to this, the light sandstone finish goes with the ornate detailing thus adding elegance to it.
Plus, the textured paint coated on the top surface is resistant to any kind of chipping and fading. Therefore, the royal fountain is quite durable.
Besides its classic appeal, this Kenro wall fountain features thermal-sensitive pumps that shut off automatically when the water level is too low.
This keeps the internal electric pump cool, prevents any damage, and saves energy.
Additionally, the electric pump comprises an industry-leading electric motor as well as components that help in giving optimal performance.
What makes this water fountain unique is that the pump comes with a valve that controls the flow of water and prevents it from getting splashed.
To top it all, the soft LED lighting gives your patio, garden, living, or any other space the much-needed soothing glow.
Another home depot rock fountain on our list is Sunnydaze’s 6-tier rock waterfall. Just like the above fountain, this one is crafted from durable polyresin and fiberglass material.
Hence, the small water fountain is sturdy yet easily portable. This rock waterfall fountain also incorporates footpads at the bottom to prevent any surface scratching.
In addition to this, the indoor water fountain features a splash guard placed right at the top tier to avoid any kind of water splashing.
Besides, the tabletop fountain runs with an electric pump that circulates the water through all six tiers. The water cascades to the bottom tier consisting of a soft LED multi-colored light.
This means the rippling sound of water combined with subtle lighting illuminating the water fountain adds to the stillness and serenity of the surroundings.
The tranquility is further enhanced with the quiet electric recirculating electric pump.
Moreover, this small water fountain is very easy to use. You just need to assemble it, add water, and plug it into a standard electric outlet.
This cascading waterfall fountain is a perfect piece of decor for your patio or garden. It features four tiered bowls and stone textured columns stacked on top of one another.
This garden waterfall is crafted using resin oozing natural looking stone texture that is waterproof, rust-resistant, and durable.
Further, each of the tiers comes with a built-in LED light that illuminates the fountain and displays the beauty of nature in a magical way.
In addition to the lighting, the Peaktop’s garden water fountain includes an electric pump and all the necessary components for installation.
The pump drives water from the top tier and cascades to the bottom tier mimicking the sounds of natural waterfalls.
Thus, such soothing sounds block away the surrounding noises and add calmness thereby lending relaxation and peace.
Both indoor and outdoor water features like waterfall fountains, ponds, etc have physiological and psychological benefits for us humans.
Scientifically, surroundings closer to water bodies have increased levels of negative air ions that enhance your immune system and central nervous system.
Further, these add moisture to the environment that makes the air fresh and breathable. Besides this, the sound of water helps you in getting rid of the negative thoughts and gives you relaxation as well as calmness.
FAQs
1. Is it good to have indoor water fountains?
Ans: Besides adding beauty to your indoor space, indoor water fountains offer a host of mental and physical health benefits.
These include:
Stimulating the senses and leading to increased emotional response thus offering relaxation as well as reducing stress
Promoting calmness as the brain becomes conscious of the soothing sound of water and replaces negative thoughts with thoughts of water
Healing patients due to their interaction with nature as they exhibit a strong sense of purpose and fight harder to recover
Relaxing the child’s brain, physically eliciting a sense of peace and trust, and developing a cohesive environment
Enhancing the neurological learning of children and promoting their overall mental and developmental growth
Increasing productivity and creativity of employees at work place as they find a peaceful escape for a few moments before reconvening at their hectic job
2. Which water fountain is good for the home?
Ans: A good water fountain is one that has the following characteristics:
Durable, rust-resistant, and resistant to chipping
Have bowls or basins crafted from heat-resistant material to keep the temperature of water low
Consist of bowls or basins having a minimum depth of 15 inches to place oxygenating plants, electric pump, natural stones, and fish
Must have an optimal sound level to provide relaxation and thermal sensitivity
Have a valve that controls the flow of water to avoid water splashing
Must feature water-level independent nozzles
Have a high-quality submersible suction pump
3. Which water fountain is best?
Ans: The best water fountain is the one that has all the above-mentioned features.
4. Do indoor fountains produce negative ions?
Ans: As per research, high concentrations of negative air ions (NAIs) and low concentrations of positive air ions (PAI) provide physiological and psychological benefits to humans.
An increased concentration of positive ions in an environment may cause deadly diseases in humans.
Such diseases damage the immune system and might even lead to death in severe cases.
Conversely, high concentrations of negative air ions (NAIs) boost metabolism and strengthen interactions between the muscular and immune systems.
Further, they increase energy levels and produce health benefits for emotions, memory, and human development.
Additionally, NAIs also help improve the functions of the central nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, and promote hematopoiesis and enzyme activities.
As per research, NAI concentration is higher in areas close to the fountains than in those farther from the fountains.
The increased NAI concentration due to the presence of the water fountains results in improving spatial quality and health.
5. How do water features impact life?
Ans: There are a host of psychological benefits that water features like waterfall fountains offer to us, humans.
Firstly, it promotes an air of sophistication, elegance, and relaxation. This is because the trickling water stimulates our senses and in return produces emotional responses.
Further, the rhythmic sounds of the cascading water replace the negative thoughts with the thoughts of the water feature in front of us.
Thus, it offers us relaxation, calmness, and mindfulness.
6. Where should water fountains be kept in the house?
Ans: As per feng shui, it is advised to place the water fountain in the north direction of your house.
Besides this, you can even place it in the North and North-East directions as they are also compatible with water elements.
Do not place your water fountain in the south, south-east, and west directions as these directions are not at all compatible with the water elements.
Also, it is best to place the water fountains at the entrance of your house as these help in spreading positive energy.
Remember not to place the water fountains or any other water features in the middle of your house or your property.
7. Can you leave a water fountain on all the time?
Ans: It is quite challenging to turn the water fountain on and off quite frequently.
This is because the water pump in the fountain is designed in such a way that it can run continuously.
In other words, running the electric pumps for a long period of time enhances the lifespan of your pump.
Further, a running water fountain will keep it clean as the water will not stagnate and the bacteria will not get deposited.
Additionally, continuous running of the electric pump saves energy relative to switching the pump on and off frequently.
Finally, water fountains add moisture to the surroundings that help in keeping the air fresh and breathable.
8. What are the mental and physical health benefits of Indoor Waterfalls?
Ans: The following are the physical and mental benefits of indoor waterfall fountains:
Boosts your mood
Reduces mental stress and hence its physical effects
Gives high-quality life
Effective functioning of the human body in the form of increased concentration, reduced stress, lesser fatigue
Bringing calmness, peacefulness, and tranquility to the surrounding environment
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Anxiety is a natural response to stress. However, it becomes chronic when experienced consistently for a long period of time or comes out as a reaction to inappropriate circumstances.
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In fact, anxiety affects people of all ages and can lead to symptoms of depression in a majority of cases. This makes it both necessary and hard to treat anxiety appropriately.
The conventional ways for treating anxiety include psychotropic drugs like SSRIs, SNRIs, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
In addition to these, there exist some best anxiety supplements like herbs for anxiety, vitamins for anxiety and depression, etc These help in relieving stress and dealing with anxiety issues.
In this article, we will talk about some of the best supplements for anxiety in 2022 that can help you in dealing with anxiety issues.
The scientific name for Passionflower is Passiflora incarnata. It is a perennial plant that bears an egg-shaped edible fruit rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.
Further, the aerial parts of the Passiflora incarnata plant, its flower, as well as its fruit have medicinal properties.
As per literature, there is evidence for Passionflower has therapeutic properties. Passiflora has phytochemicals with health-promoting properties. As a result, it contributes significantly to reducing anxiety before the patients undergo surgery.
Thus, as per the study, Passionflower is an important herbal medicine. It treats Anxiety or Nervousness, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and other medical conditions.
It is one of the herbal remedies in reducing the negative effects of anxiety, restlessness, sleeplessness, and depressive states.
Therefore, one of the best passionflower supplements for anxiety is Nature’s Answer Passion Flower. These are Gluten-Free, Vegan capsules made from 500 mg of Passionflower Herb extract.
Further, the herbs are verified for authenticity through careful selection and testing in the laboratory.
Kava is a traditional beverage that has cultural and historic importance, specifically in Oceania.
It acts as a dietary supplement or anxiolytic agent in medications, besides its consumption as a beverage.
Kava as a dietary supplement relieves stress, enhances sleep and memory, and regulates mood. Further, serves as a pain reliever or a muscle relaxant due to its medicinal properties.
As per studies, daily intake of 1 to 3 capsules of Kava Dietary supplements proved efficient in treating mild and moderate anxiety.
However, there is an urgent need to control as well as assure the quality of Kava products. Though, kava products offer certain neurological benefits like reducing stress and anxiety.
The main ingredient of Kava products responsible for decreasing stress and preventing headaches is kavalactone.
However, there is growing evidence that consumption of Kava may be linked with a low incidence of cancer. Kava products come under the radar for their safety and efficiency. This is because low-quality cultivators used affect the composition of the final kava products.
One of the best kava for curing anxiety is VH Nutrition’s, Kava Kava. It’s a natural herb that helps in reducing stress and anxiety symptoms.
In addition to this, these capsules improve sleep, digestion, mental calmness, and positive moods. Plus, it also helps in reducing cravings, inflammation, and headaches.
But here is a caveat! Kava root is tough on your liver. Though, numerous studies showcase that Kava offers certain physiological and psychological benefits.
One of the other popular and widely available herbal supplements for treating anxiety and sleep disorders is Valerian Root.
Valerian Root comes from a medicinal plant called Valeriana Officinalis. This is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and Asia.
As per literature, Valerian Root significantly has anxiety-reducing (anxiolytic) properties.
An extract of Valeriana Officinalis increases the Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) levels within the Central Nervous System. GABA is a naturally occurring Amino Acid that acts as a neurotransmitter inside your brain.
The neurotransmission stimulates inside the brain due to an increase in GABA levels. Thus, it resulted in calming effects in the body
Also, the extracts from Valerian Root support the inhibition of the enzyme system responsible for the breaking down of GABA. This helped in improving stress and maintaining sufficient levels of chemicals responsible for stabilizing mood.
However, there is limited data showcasing such benefits. The best Valerian Root supplement for anxiety is Herb Pharm’s Organic Valerian Root Liquid Extract.
It’s a liquid herbal extract that is alcohol-free, vegan, and gluten-free. Thus, it promotes relaxation and restful sleep. This is because it comes from the rhizome & roots of Valeriana officinalis plants.
Further, you must add water or other liquid for taste as the liquid extract is quite bitter in taste.
Herb Pharm Lemon Balm is a liquid herbal extract that provides calming support to your nervous system. It comes from the fresh herbs of Melissa Officinalis plants. This translates to Melissa meaning ‘honey in Latin or bee in Greek’. Likewise, Balm comes from the word Balsam which means “an oily sweet-smelling resin”.
Herb Pharm grows the herb in their own Certified organic farms. Therefore, this helps them extract lemon balm fresh.
In addition to this, the company extracts herbs in small batches with Certified Organic cane alcohol. This helps to keep the balance of phytochemicals in the plant.
Benefits of Lemon Balm
Lemon balm contains high content of flavonoids. Therefore, it may act as an antioxidant.
It is a versatile culinary herb used for flavoring various dishes. These include beverages, desserts, etc
Other Details and Ingredients
Certified organic
Fresh, undried
0.7 mg extracted from 467 mg fresh herb
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Ingredients include Lemon Balm herb, certified organic cane alcohol, and certified organic vegetable glycerin.
Organic India Ashwagandha capsules are one of the best supplements for anxiety and sleep. These capsules act as daily dietary supplements for peaceful sleep and managing chronic stress and anxiety.
This is one of the best ashwagandha for anxiety and sleep that strengthens your immune system and improves brain function.
Ashwagandha, in Sanskrit, translates to “the smell of the horse”. Therefore, as per Ayurveda, this is one of the herbs for anxiety that give you the strength of a horse. Further, ashwagandha or Withania somnifera is classified as a rejuvenator.
Also, it helps to reinforce your body’s potentiality to respond and adapt to environmental, emotional, and physical stress as it is an adaptogen.
Benefits of Organic India Ashwagandha
These are herbal capsules that help relieve stress, anxiety, and insomnia
It is helpful in controlling hormones that may further help in enhancing reproductive health in both men and women.
Also, the antioxidant properties of this one of the best herbal remedy for anxiety help to tear down free radicals to reduce the body’s inflammation.
Ashwagandha is also associated with reducing cortisol (stress hormone) and blood sugar levels.
It promotes peaceful sleep without sedating
Further, ashwagandha supports endurance, strength, and vitality
It is also used by many individuals to recover from jet lag and changes in time zones
It is grown organically and processed in its pure form
Low levels of Vitamin D have been associated with negative emotions. As per the study, Vitamin D supplementation has showcased significant improvement in depression and depressive symptoms.
Besides this, Vitamin D supplementation has proved effective in coping with various other symptoms. These symptoms include stress, nervousness, anxiety, self-efficacy, self-esteem, happiness, or general well-being, life satisfaction, and mood.
Thus, studies like these indicate that Vitamin D is quite essential for good mental health. This is because Vitamin D has the potential to cross the blood-brain barrier, activate receptors in the brain cells, and has a direct impact on your Central Nervous System.
In addition to this, there is evidence that showcases an association between Vitamin D and Vitamin D Receptors (VDRs).
VDR plays an important role in the biological functions of Vitamin D. Further, it regulates the expression of innumerable genes involved in the functioning of the immune system.
One of the best Vitamin D3 supplements for anxiety is the Sports Research Vitamins D3. This supplement comes in the form of a soft gel capsule and is formulated with coconut oil.
Further, it delivers the same form of Vitamin D as produced in the body due to exposure to direct sunlight.
Omega 3 fatty acids play an important role in maintaining mental health both during early childhood and adulthood.
This is because it is the most prevalent polyunsaturated fatty acid in our central nervous system. Accordingly, low levels of Omega 3 fatty acids may impact the functioning of the human brain and may contribute to brain disorders like depression.
As per research, poor levels of Omega 3 fatty acids have been associated with anxiety among the general population. It also contributed to other psychological disorders like Bipolar Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder
Thus, studies indicated that patients with depression improved on anxiety, depression, lassitude, libido, sleep, and suicidal ideation when treated with EPA form of Omega 3.
Nature’s Bounty Fish oil is one of the recommended Omega 3 supplements. These are fish oil soft gel capsules that are gluten and sugar-free. Also, these capsules do not contain any artificial colors or sweeteners.
Further, these capsules contain EPA and DHA forms of Omega 3 that support and maintain your circulatory and cardiovascular system.
In addition to this, these Omega 3 fatty acids contribute towards normal cell growth. This is because these fatty acids form an essential part of each cell’s membrane structure.
As per literature, Magnesium is an essential mineral required by the human body to support innumerable biochemical reactions for maintaining homeostasis.
Furthermore, it is also observed that inadequate levels of Magnesium contribute towards the causes of various affective mood disorders.
Accordingly, researchers have established a relationship between Magnesium levels and affective depressive states. This is because all the elements of HPA, an important hormonal response system to stress, are sensitive to the action of Magnesium.
As a result, lower levels of Magnesium are linked to depressive symptoms and suicidal thoughts in humans. However, 12 weeks of intake of 450 mg of Magnesium by humans showcased reduced depressive symptoms in a study.
Besides this, adequate levels of Magnesium also showcased mood-stabilizing effects in humans including a reduction in the signs of Anxiety, Mania, Bipolar Disorder, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
So, one of the best magnesium supplements for anxiety is the Natural Vitality’s Calm Magnesium Supplement.
This supplement is a gluten-free and vegan anti-stress drink mix to support a calming and relaxing experience. Further, this supplement comes in flavored powdered form that needs to be mixed in water until dissolved.
Thus, this healthy dietary supplement nourishes your body with all the vital nutrients to help maintain stress and give you a calming experience.
A lot of observational studies showcase that there exists a relationship between a poor diet and inferior mental health.
Foods like meats, fish, green leafy vegetables, legumes, and nuts are indicated to enhance your quality of diet and hence your mood.
Furthermore, these foods are rich in Vitamin B. Hence, there exists a possibility that the link between mood and dietary habits can be moderated in part by intake of these micronutrients.
Thus, deficiencies in these micronutrients have been indicated to contribute to the underlying causes of mood disturbances and other psychiatric conditions.
This is because deficiency of these micronutrients restricts the metabolic pathways and accumulates protein-breaking chemicals in your body. As a result, increased levels of such chemicals have showcased increasing the incidence of poor mood.
Furthermore, Vitamin B also plays an important role in the synthesis and regulation of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. As you already know, these neurotransmitters play a significant role in regulating mood as well as clinical depression and anxiety.
Thus, supplementation of Vitamin B micronutrients reported an overall decrease in negative mood symptoms on the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale.
Therefore, to recover your Vitamin B complex level, Garden of Life Vitamin B Complex is the recommended choice amongst others.
It is an energy supplement in the form of Vitamin B Complex vegan capsules that comprise all the essential B Vitamins like B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B-12, folate, and biotin.
This supplement provides an increased daily value of essential B Vitamins providing enhanced mental and physical health. Besides this, the Garden of Life’s Vitamin B capsules also supports blood health, heart health, immune system health, and healthy stress response.
Another best vitamin for anxiety and depression includes Doctor Best’s L-Theanine.
Doctor Best’s L-Theanine is a veggie capsule that helps to reduce stress and routine nervous tension. These capsules are L-Theanine with Suntheanine that contain 100% Suntheanine.
Suntheanine is a patented pure form of the amino acid L-Theanine that is made in Japan from green tea leaves.
As per research, the L-Theanine supplement crosses the blood-brain barrier within half an hour of its intake. Thus, it is able to directly impact the brain.
Benefits of Doctor Best’s L-Theanine With Suntheanine
L-theanine with Suntheanine helps in providing relaxation without causing drowsiness.
Further, there are studies that suggest that L-theanine also helps in improving mental alertness.
In addition to this, there are studies that reveal that L-theanine has enhancing effects on memory and learning
Also, L-theanine helps in easing stress and routine nervous tension.
Some Details About Doctor Best’s L-theanine
Each container comes with 90 capsules. Further, each serving of 1 veggie capsule contains 150 mg of L-theanine as Suntheanine
It is recommended to take 1 capsule daily without food or as suggested by the professional physician
Centrum Adult multivitamins is a complete, daily multivitamin supplement that comes with essential nutrients. These nutrients are important as they support the needs of your body
and enhance your health.
Others Details
Critical Ingredients
Centrum Adult Multivitamins contain 23 multi-nutrients. These include:
Vitamin A – a term for a group of related compounds that are important for eye health
The Vitamin D – critical for healthy bones and impacts growth and immune function
Vitamin B6 – has a crucial role in supporting the nervous system and the production of immune cells
Vitamin E – works as an antioxidant, supports heart and eye health, and plays a crucial role in immune function
Zinc – lends structure that supports proteins found in muscle tissue and cell membranes
Pantothenic – a B vitamin that supports a number of functions. These include producing energy from carbohydrates, protein, and fats.
Some of the other multi-nutrients include vitamin C, B12, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc Iodine, Thiamin, etc.
This multi-nutrients help in maintaining the daily energy levels and your body’s normal immune function. Further, it also helps in metabolizing the macronutrients in the body.
Your body contains cells that lend structure, maintain and protect your DNA, and convert food into energy. These cells need both macro and micronutrients to restore themselves.
These micronutrients are nothing but essential vitamins and minerals that are critical for cell growth and function.
Thus, Centrum Adult Multivitamins are one of the best supplements that help in filling the nutritional gaps and support overall energy and metabolism.
Dosage
These are easy-to-swallow tablets where adults are suggested to have 1 tablet daily with food. These are not made for use in children. Also, it is recommended to consult a medical health professional before consuming these multivitamins if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any other medication.
Allergen Details
These multivitamins are verified Gluten-Free and Non-GMO.
Culturelle is the daily probiotic supplement made up of the probiotic strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus (LGG). LGG is the most clinically studied strain of probiotics.
LGG helps in enhancing your digestive system, is able to survive the stomach acid, and serves as a strong barrier against the non-beneficial bacteria on your intestinal wall.
Probiotics are live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts provide health benefits.
The human body is made up of a number of bacterial cells. These reside in our mouth, nose, skin, and urogenital tract. However, the most important ones reside in our gut, which is called the gut microbiota.
Humans depend on these non-disease-causing, useful bacteria to undertake critical functions. These include synthesizing essential vitamins, protection against foreign pathogens, teaching the immune system to identify and attack harmful bacteria, etc.
Details About Culturelle Probiotic
It contains Culture Forming Units (CFUs) between 1.5 billion and 20 billion
Further, it ensures the survivability of the probiotic as it comes in a specialized packing with a double foil barrier.
It is Gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free.
The probiotic strain LGG is naturally sourced and works to keep your digestive balance in check
Ingredients in one serving (1 capsule) include sodium- 5mg, Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG – 20 billion CFUs, and Inulin – 200 mg.
Benefits of Culturelle Probiotic
Some of the benefits include:
Keeping your digestive system in balance
Reducing the stomach and digestive issues related to travel
Reducing the probability of occasional diarrhea, bloating, and gas
Dosage
It is recommended to take 1 capsule a day. However, if you are traveling, start consuming the probiotic two to three days prior to the trip for best results.
Amazing Formulas GABA dietary supplement lends an influential dosage of 750 mg per veggie capsule. This GABA supplement works in the following two ways in your body:
Helps in calming your brain
Helps to regulate your muscle tone
GABA or Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is an amino acid that appears naturally in your brain and eyes. It is a neurotransmitter in your central nervous system that plays a critical role in controlling brain activity and muscle tone in the body.
Accordingly, it functions as an inhibitory neurotransmitter. In other words, typically, other neurotransmitters help in stimulating the neurons. However, GABA helps in slowing down the firing of neurons.
Therefore, GABA is a common ingredient that may assist in lowering stress and anxiety.
Health Benefits of GABA
Some of the many benefits of GABA include:
It’s all an all-natural sleep aid that produces a calming and relaxing effect
As mentioned earlier, it helps to uplift your mood, ease nervous tension, and reduce anxiety and stress
It is also responsible for healthy memory and other cognitive functions. Further, it enhances concentration and lowers impulsivity and hyperactivity.
In addition to this, GABA also helps in improving the recovery times between workouts and lean muscle growth.
How to Use?
It is recommended to take 1-2 capsules 2 to 3 times daily between meals and typically with a fruit juice.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has emerged as one of the well-known clinical applications of Mindfulness-Meditation.
Mindfulness refers to achieving the state of self-awareness by focusing on your life’s purpose, present, and serene experiences occurring moment after moment without having any judgments.
This form of psychotherapy has showcased increased benefits to individuals suffering from a wide range of medical and psychological conditions.
These include depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, chronic pain, cancer, and fibromyalgia.
It is observed that when meditation is used as an adjunctive treatment to the primary treatment, it reduces depression and anxiety symptoms.
Furthermore, mindfulness skills were observed to enhance one’s capacity to respond to aversive cognitions, sensations, and emotions. Also, mindfulness brings in self-awareness in the present moment without holding any judgments.
In other words, mindfulness interventions like meditation enhance your mood and reduce anxiety symptoms. It does this by reducing your tendency to react to negative mental and physical states with ruminative thought or maladaptive behavior.
Typically, people suffering from anxiety disorders may misunderstand experiences relative to normal people. In other words, they may showcase feelings of panic and fear when exposed to such experiences.
Likewise, people having depression strongly hold a negative view of themselves. Thus, meditation helps such people become consciously aware of their breath or the immediate present.
This in turn restricts the anxiogenic or depressogenic thought patterns that would otherwise increase the possibility of maladaptive behaviors.
These behaviors may include phobic behavior, social withdrawal, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts.
Furthermore, studies showcase that mindfulness meditation may lead to the detection of early signs of stress, ruminative thoughts, and physiological arousal.
Thus, it may give an opportunity to those practicing meditation to respond more effectively through coping responses.
II. Exercise
There are a number of studies showcasing that physical inactivity may also be linked to the incidence of mental disorders. In other words, such studies showcased an association between the level of physical activity and symptoms of anxiety and depression.
In addition to this, physical exercise is considered an important part of the treatment and improvement of many medical conditions.
Further, improved physical health contributes towards enhanced mental health. As a result, it is generally accepted that physical activity may have positive effects on mood and anxiety.
For instance, in one of the cross-sectional studies, recreational physical activity was correlated with better mental health.
In other words, the study showcased that the health of individuals improved in terms of fewer symptoms of both anxiety and depression. However, this occurred after various other variables like age, sex, sociodemographic status, and physical illness were controlled.
Furthermore, another study showcased a significant relationship between regular physical activity and a lower predominance of certain psychological disorders. These included major depression, social phobia, specific phobia, and agoraphobia.
Conclusion
Thus, it was observed that aerobic exercise training was more effective relative to mobility exercises for those with high trait anxiety or Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). In fact, it was concluded that the therapeutic effect of such training was comparable to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Another set of clinical studies suggested that physical exercise or training may be therapeutic for patients with anxiety neurosis and panic disorder.
This happens because physical exercise regulates the HPA axis and increases parasympathetic function. Further, e exercise also regulates sympathetic nervous system hyperactivity common in patients with anxiety disorders.
Also, regular physical exercise enhances anti-inflammatory mechanisms and anti-oxidant enzyme activity that help in reducing stress. Additionally, physical activity activates the dopaminergic and glutamatergic neurotransmitters, hence regulating the synaptic transmission.
Finally, aerobic exercise is effective in reducing high sensitivity to anxiety. This is because it may facilitate habituation to bodily sensations in a controlled and safe manner. As a result, it dissociates the person from the subjective anxiety experience and the consequent catastrophic perceptions.
III. Journaling
As per research, journaling about your own thoughts and feelings is one of the important parameters that make emotional writing therapeutic.
This is because one of the key benefits of expressing your emotions through a journal is that it releases increased emotional energy.
Further, journaling provides you a medium for self-reflection and self-understanding. Thus, when you start reflecting upon your thoughts, feelings, and behavior, you are initially doubtful, hesitant, and extremely confused.
Then, as you start understanding yourself more, you move towards resolving, clarifying, and addressing your doubts.
Now, self-reflection through writing a journal does not mean that you will understand your thoughts and feelings by merely putting them on paper. It is important for you to have the desired attitudes in order to understand your thoughts.
These attitudes include open-mindedness, wholeheartedness, and responsibility.
In other words, an individual who is open-minded benefits more through self-reflection by means of the journaling process relative to a close-minded individual.
Further, keeping a journal helps you learn how to cope, clarify feelings about your relationships, and increases your awareness about such relationships.
Thus, writing a journal helps you to organize your thoughts, find a reasonable solution to your problem, and thus reduces stress or anxiety caused by such thoughts.
So, besides this, what are the other benefits of writing a journal? Journaling helps you to:
To reveal information that is not otherwise revealed
Reflect changes and measure self-esteem
Address loneliness
IV. Aroma Therapy
Aromatherapy or Clinical Aromatherapy is an integrative therapy that functions with traditional medical treatment.
It is claimed to be beneficial for managing pain, anxiety, depression, stress, nausea, insomnia, and overall well-being.
There are various categories for Aromatherapy. These include:
mind-body therapy
biologically based practices
Energy medicine
Manipulative and body-based practices
Whole medical systems like Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine
Accordingly, nursing health care comes under mind-body therapy. It makes use of essential oils that go with the therapeutic interventions to control anxiety.
The essential oils used in aromatherapy are derived from seeds, leaves, stems, needles, flowers, fruits, petals, woods and resins, grasses, and roots, and rhizomes.
How Does Aromatherapy Work?
There are four different methods of undertaking aromatherapy. These include:
Absorb the essential oil by inhaling in the nostrils. For example direct inhalation using a diffuser with steam. Or indirect inhalation via scented room spray
Oral absorption of the oil in the form of gelatin capsules
Internal absorption of the essential oil such as essential oil used for flavor in the prescription medicines
Benefits of Aromatherapy
Helps in easing stress, anxiety, and depression
Enhances sleep
Improves the feelings of relaxation
Eases pain and nausea due to the side effects of cancer treatment
V. Deep Breathing Exercises
Deep breathing is another natural remedy for anxiety. It is also called abdominal breathing, paced respiration, belly breathing, or diaphragmatic breathing.
Deep breathing involves breathing deeply wherein you allow the air coming through your nose to fill your lungs and the lower belly to come out.
Now, the majority of us are not able to relate to such a kind of breathing. This is because of the cultural belief of having flat tummies which is certainly bad for our respiration.
Both men and women consider flat tummies as glamorous and, thus, typically hold their breath so that they have a flat stomach. This comes in the way of deep breathing and makes shallow breathing look normal.
This induces stress and anxiety because shallow breathing restricts the extent to which your diaphragm can move.
This stops the air from reaching the deepest parts of your lungs. And this makes you feel out of breath and anxious.
Therefore, deep breathing promotes the complete exchange of oxygen. In other words, a perfect process of taking in oxygen and giving out carbon dioxide. This further helps in lowering the heart rate and controlling the blood pressure levels.
How is Deep Breathing Done?
Sit in a quiet place with your back straight and eyes closed.
Place one hand on your chest and the other on your belly below the rib cage
Now, breathe in slowly through your nose. And let your stomach bulge out as it fills with air.
Hold your breath for a few seconds and then breathe out slowing from your mouth.
Do this several times in the day to have a calming effect.
VI. Quit Caffeine, Alcohol, and Cigarette Smoking
Caffeine, alcohol, and cigarette smoking add to anxiety instead of relieving it. Typically, people depend on alcohol when anxious. No doubt alcohol acts as a natural drug that produces a calming effect.
However, this is very temporary and when everything settles down, anxiety makes a severe comeback. Those who depend on alcohol for relieving anxiety get addicted to it.
Likewise, cigarette smoking also adds to the anxiety. There are studies that show that chemicals used in cigarettes alter neural pathways associated with anxiety.
Caffeine, too, adds to anxiety as it leads to nervousness and may cause anxiety disorders. So, if you are facing anxiety or panic issues, having caffeine may add to your problems.
VII. Laughter
People take it lightly, but laughter certainly does you good. It may not cure all diseases, but it certainly positively impacts you, both in the short as well as long term.
For instance, it encourages a rich intake of oxygen, activates your heart, lungs, and muscles, and releases natural pain relievers or endorphins.
Likewise, it helps in reducing physiological symptoms of stress. It also helps in relieving pain, improving your immune system, and uplifting your mood.
Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound of the Cannabis sativa plant, also known as Marijuana. As per research, CBD is reported to have therapeutic properties for treating anxiety disorders.
Over the Counter CBD drugs have been quite popular in the health and wellness markets all over the world. The very reason behind CBD’s increasing popularity is that it has the ability to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and enhance sleep.
As per the controlled clinical trial, it is observed that about 300 to 800 mg of CBD dose reduced anxiety in healthy subjects as well as patients with psychotic disorders. These disorders included Social Anxiety Disorder, Parkinson’s disease, psychosis, and heroin disorders.
Further, a number of observational studies, as well as case reports, indicate the CBD has therapeutic properties. Thus, it turned out to be effective in treating patients with anxiety and sleep disorders, Crohn’s disease, depression, and PTSD.
In fact, CBD also enhances sleep and depression that are often comorbid with depression. Moreover, CBD does not have unwanted side effects relative to the current antianxiety medications.
Thus, it could be more preferable over some of the medicines currently available with respect to its safety and side effect profile.
The most popular CBD oil is CBDistillery’s Full Spectrum CBD Oil Tincture – 1000mg – 30ml. It incorporates naturally occurring plant proteins, minerals, and vitamins that render all the beneficial effects of the Cannabis plant.
Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) is one of the most widely used herbal remedies in the world. It has long been used as a traditional remedy for its calming effect.
As per research, Chamomile is reported to have anxiolytic and antidepressant properties. The anxiolytic properties may relate to the modulation of certain neurotransmitters that bring calming effects.
As per clinical trials, Chamomile is reported to have significantly reduced anxiety in patients with anxiety disorders and minor depression.
Typically, healthy individuals have the highest levels of cortisol at the time of awakening. Then, this level increases further within 30 to 45 minutes after awakening. But, the cortisol levels decline sharply throughout the day.
However, patients suffering from anxiety disorders have lower awakening cortisol levels. Further, their sensitivity to cortisol diminishes due to chronic stress.
However, in a study investigating the effectiveness of Chamomile Therapy, it was observed that the morning cortisol levels increased when patients were given chamomile.
Thus, one of the best chamomile teas for anxiety is FGO’s Organic Chamomile Tea. This comes in a pack of 100 Chamomile tea bags filled with premium quality Chamomile from Egypt.
Further, there are various flavors to it like hibiscus, earl grey, spearmint, and dandelion root. So you can choose any as per your taste preference and get that soothing experience.
Plant Therapy’s Lavender Essential oil is one of the best lavender essential oils that help in dealing with stress and anxiety. This is USDA Organic and Non-GMO certified.
Lavender or Lavendula angustifolia essential oil has been used as a herbal remedy for centuries. The essential oil has a sweet, herbal floral scent and has a number of therapeutic effects.
These include relieving stress, anxiety, headaches, irritability, insomnia, and depression. It also helps in proper digestion and dealing with upset stomachs and loss of appetite.
You can diffuse the lavender essential oil half or one hour before bedtime. This will help you create a relaxing environment and get a peaceful sleep.
In addition to this, you can dilute 2-5% of lavender essential oil in your favorite carrier oil for topical use. For instance, you can apply it to your skin or scalp for fine lines or an itchy scalp.
Nicotine patches can be an effective strategy to reduce nicotine addiction. Some of the best nicotine patches, according to the FDA, can help with:
nicotine desires
symptoms of withdrawal and
stress associated with quitting
These patches are usually available in different doses that match a particular rate of nicotine absorption. Moreover, the patches deliver a consistent and regulated amount of nicotine over the day. This means these patches help you to reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
Gradually, the patch’s strength decreases, helping you to pull yourself off nicotine slowly. Some of the best nicotine patches function as an alternative for cigarettes and other tobacco products.
Here is a list of some of the best amazon nicotine patches that will help you quit smoking easily.
The NicoDerm CQ Step 1 Nicotine Clear Patch is a small-sized nicotine patch that sticks straight to your skin and allows nicotine to travel through your skin to your bloodstream. This continuous supply of therapeutic nicotine reduces the cravings associated with quitting smoking.
With this NicoDerm patch, your body becomes accustomed to less nicotine as you progress throughout the quitting process.
Additionally, the “Extended Release SmartControl Technology” of the patch ensures nicotine isn’t delivered all at once or it doesn’t wear off too rapidly.
If you smoke ten cigarettes each day, a Rite Aid Nicotine Patches – Step 1 is a good choice for you. It contains an active component that aids in the reduction of cravings.
This nicotine patch provides you with 24-hour assistance to help you quit smoking. Each nicotine patch distributes 21 mg of nicotine over the course of 24 hours.
What’s great about this patch is that it comes with a self-help manual. This manual is for the behavior support program to assist you on your quitting journey.
This program emphasizes the positive transformation that quitting smoking can provide to your life and the wellbeing of the ones you’re quitting for.
You’ve already taken the first step; now use this patch to help you.
NicoDerm CQ Step 2 is a simple to use nicotine patch as it gets easily applied to your skin.
It provides a continuous stream of therapeutic nicotine in the next 16 to 24 hours, depending on how long you keep your patch. This reduces nicotine cravings over time, making it simpler for you to quit smoking.
These patches are available in three different strengths. This allows you to progressively reduce the quantity of nicotine you receive as you go.
Depending on how often you smoke each day, you begin with either Step 1 or Step 2 Nicotine Patch.
The advantages and features of these NicoDerm patches are one-of-a-kinds.
This Nicotine Patch is a great alternative to quit smoking for those who smoke less than ten cigarettes a day.
Applying these patches reduces your desire to smoke cigarettes. These patches are designed to provide you with 24-hour support and come with a self-help guide. The self-help guide emphasizes the good effects of quitting smoking.
Thus, the Rite Aid nicotine patch helps you to stop smoking as well as enhance your health completely.
Rite Aid Nicotine Patch Step 3 is a translucent nicotine patch that could help you stop smoking permanently.
This patch helps in reducing nicotine urges throughout the day. It is designed with Extended Release SmartControl Technology. This begins releasing nicotine immediately and continuously throughout the day.
There are 14 nicotine patches in every packet, making this a 2-week kit.
Like most other Step 3 patches, it is suggested to take this for the first six weeks of an 8-week cessation program.
Furthermore, this nicotine patch helps those who smoke less than one cigarette pack per day as well as those who smoke less than a cigarette pack each day and have finished step 2.
Also, you can obtain a behavioral support program that assists you along with the procedure.
So, consider Rite Aid Nicotine Patch 3 if you’re looking for ways to quit smoking.
The NicoDerm CQ Nicotine Patches Step 3 helps to manage urges by replacing some of the nicotine you might typically get from cigarettes.
These help in dealing with other withdrawal effects like concentration difficulties, irritability, restlessness, and stress.
Being one of the best nicotine patches, it is appropriate for persons who are shifting from a higher-dose nicotine patch to a lower-dose patch.
This is after finishing Steps 1 and 2 of a stopping program. Also, the Step 3 nicotine patch must be used for two weeks before switching to a lower-dose alternative.
Remember, this Nicotine Patch rapidly begins to release nicotine and continues to do so throughout the day.
You may place the patch on a clean, dry area of skin. It soon goes to work and provides therapeutic nicotine all day.
Regardless of how long you use it, a constant flow of remedial nicotine is administered via your skin for 16 or 24 hours.
Aroamas Nicotine Patches are tiny nicotine patches that are applied on the skin, similar to a band-aid. The nicotine from the patch travels through the skin, into the bloodstream.
This gives a light dosage of therapeutic nicotine to aid in controlling urges associated with quitting smoking.
This persists throughout the day to decrease nicotine urges and minimize unpleasant withdrawal effects.
This nicotine patch features advanced release technology to provide 21 mg of therapeutic nicotine quickly over the course of 24 hours.
And this helps in reducing nicotine desires in people who smoke more than one pack per day.
Smoking Aid Stop Smoking Patch has been proven successful in moving you forward towards a smoke-free life.
The nicotine patch helps you create a healthy, non-smoking routine by slowly reducing your urge to smoke.
Not just that, Smoking Aid allows you to select the number of stickers that are suitable for you with the five-week guideline for various levels of smokers.
So, if you’re looking for ways to stop smoking, these patches can help you reach your aim of quitting smoking for good.
Habitrol Patches Stop Smoking Aid Patches are applied to help you quit smoking. Once the patch is applied, the nicotine gets absorbed by the skin.
Besides this, Nicotine gets transported around the body and binds to nicotinic receptors. This helps in reducing nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms after you stop smoking.
As you are aware, quitting smoking is difficult. However, your level of commitment as well as preparation the chances of success are high if you are prepared and committed to quitting smoking.
Some of the best Nicotine patches like Habitrol Stop Smoking Aid Patches are an important part of a comprehensive smoking cessation plan.
That’s why, if you want to quit smoking faster, use Habitrol Patches Stop Smoking Aid Patches.
Nicotine withdrawal symptoms can be reduced with Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Nicotine Patch Step 1.These include anxiety, irritability, insomnia, depression, nicotine cravings, and increased hunger.
This nicotine patch is available in three nicotine levels: low, medium, and high.
You’ll work your way through these phases throughout the course of your 8-week step-down program. This will progressively reduce your nicotine dependence and increase your chances of quitting.
The good thing about this nicotine patch is that it is easy to use and allows users to enjoy the patch effects without consuming cigarettes. However, people who smoke more than ten cigarettes every day are likely to derive more benefit.
It is completely safe as the patch incorporates child-resistant pockets. These pockets prevent children from opening the box and consuming potentially dangerous chemicals.
Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Nicotine Patch Step 3 is intended to help smokers cope with nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
These include restlessness, nervousness, sadness, insomnia, increased appetite, and cigarette urges.
Further, this nicotine patch offers benefits and features which are as follows:
the Extended-Release SmartControl Technology ensures a steady supply of nicotine throughout the day
reduces cravings for 16 to 24 hours
helps alleviate withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking
is convenient to use.
In addition to this, the patch comes with a self-help manual for the behavior support program. This would assist you in giving up smoking and promoting
the life-altering effects of cessation of smoking.
Finally, it also has child-resistant pockets to prevent children from opening the box and ingesting any harmful chemicals.
The best nicotine patches listed above can be a very effective way for you to quit smoking. They may be able to assist you in overcoming your smoking cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
A nicotine patch is a type of nicotine replacement medication that you use in the morning and wear throughout the day.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved five forms of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT). These include nicotine patches, nicotine gums, nicotine nasal sprays, nicotine inhalers, and nicotine lozenges.
Nicotine patches provide a convenient solution to avoid cigarette urges as they deliver a consistent dosage of nicotine all through the day.
They eliminate the uncertainty by automatically controlling nicotine consumption. In addition to this, the patches are practically invisible compared to the nicotine chews and candies. This makes it an excellent choice for people who would like to quit secretly and is a good option for people who don’t like to chew gum or consume lozenges throughout the day.
To obtain the best results, if you’re using the nicotine patch or some other nicotine replacement therapy alternative, it’s critical to utilize it correctly.
Moreover, to increase your possibilities of success, combine your nicotine patches with a support program. These patches come with a behavior support program that guides users throughout the entire process.
FAQs
1. Do nicotine patches work?
Yes, nicotine patches are one form of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) approved by the FDA. Nicotine in tobacco is the main addictive element in tobacco which makes people both physically and emotionally dependent. NRT provides you only nicotine in five different forms and not any other injurious chemicals in tobacco.
The five different forms of NRT include nicotine patches, gums, sprays, inhalers, or lozenges. These help in providing relief from unpleasant physical withdrawal symptoms.
NRT can be useful in providing relief from physical withdrawal symptoms. However, to get rid of emotional dependency, one needs to take help of counseling services, mobile apps, and self-help materials.
2. What is the best place to put a nicotine patch?
As per the American cancer society, a fresh patch should be put every day in the morning on a clean, dry area of the skin, having less hair.
The best place to put a nicotine patch is anywhere below the neck and above the waist, say on the chest or upper arm.
3. Can you avail Nicotine Patches Free of cost?
All 50 states of the US and District of Columbia offer some or the other free telephone-based program. These programs connect the callers with trained counseling professionals and offer tools like self-help guides, nicotine patches free.
As the name suggests, nicotine pouches are small pouches or bags that contain nicotine and other elements. These include flavors, water, plant-based fibers, and sweeteners.
Many companies make nicotine pouches as a safer option against smoking tobacco but they are not approved by FDA as a form of NRT.
Some of the commonly sold nicotine pouches include ZYN, Black Buffalo, etc.
Aromatherapy candles consist of essential oils which have therapeutic properties.
Aromatherapy is nothing but the use of essential oils by their absorption through the skin or olfactory system for therapeutic benefits. The essential oils such as bergamot, lavender, etc act as aromatic scents and have therapeutic advantages. For instance, perfumes, aerosol sprays, some of the best aromatherapy candles, over-the-counter herbs, etc. contain these essential oils.
That is why, aromatherapy candles make you feel calm and relaxed as they release a soothing aroma or scent, relaxing the mind and body. In fact, there are studies suggesting therapeutic benefits of aromatherapy candles.
These essential oils come from leaves, stems, seeds, petals, flowers, needles, rinds and fruits, grasses, woods and resins, and roots and rhizomes. Further, the essential oils in aromatherapy candles, oil diffusers, incense sticks, etc treat various medical conditions and disorders. These include pain, anxiety, stress, insomnia, and depression.
Aromatherapy is both an alternative (together with medication) and an integrative (solo, without any medication simultaneously) method for certain medical conditions.
However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the United States does not regulate aromatherapy essential oils. This is because it classifies essential oils for aromatherapy as cosmetics as they are not drugs for treating diseases.
In this article, we list some of the best aromatherapy candles that you can have to make your aromatherapy sessions peaceful.
Bath and Body Works Eucalyptus Candle
Looking for candles for stress relief? Consider none other than the Bath and Body Works Eucalyptus Spearmint candles. These aromatherapy candles contain Eucalyptus and Spearmint essential oils that help you relax and calm down.
Further, these scented candles come in a jar made of glass and have an operating time of 25-45 hours.
Other Specifications
These are 3-wick candles and contain natural essential oils
In addition to this, the eucalyptus and spearmint essential oils make for a soothing fragrance
Further, the unique blend of vegetable wax and wicks don’t burn out. In fact, the soy wax blend melts evenly.
Make sure you trim the wick to a quarter inch before lighting
Chesapeake Bay Candle – Soy Candles With Essential Oils
Chesapeake Bay Candle is what you need to create a serene environment. It is a large glass jar candle that offers the calming and balancing advantages of Lavender.
Rich with essential oils, its fresh scent helps you to relax your body and calm your mind.
Other Specifications
This is a soy wax blend candle that ensures a clean burn
Its top notes include rosemary, bergamot, and eucalyptus; middle notes consist of Lavender and Thyme; bottom notes contain clove, cedar, and patchouli
This scented candle has a number of essential oils including camphor, rosemary, eucalyptus, lavender, cedarwood, lavender, fir balsam, fir needle, orange thyme, bergamot, and patchouli
SANTORINI Scented candles contain soy wax giving you a longer burn time. These are smokeless candles and are just the ideal size to carry them along wherever you go.
Made out of natural soy wax and lead-free cotton wick, these candles offer a clear and long burn time. Further, each of these aromatherapy candles comes in a beautiful, reusable beautiful tin.
Other Specifications
This contains 4 scented candles each of 2.5 oz
The smells include Lavender, Cherry Blossom, Cinnamon Apple, and Peony
These aromatherapy candles have a burn time of about 30 hours
Also, this handmade candle set with floral theme is pefect for gifting
Mr. Meyer’s Clean Day scented soy candles are one of the best aromatherapy candles that fill your space with a soothing fragrance. Lavender is a herb with a clean, floral fragrance.
In addition to this, these aromatherapy candles contain soy, vegetable wax, and garden-inspired scents.
Other Specifications
These aromatherapy candles contain vegetable wax and soy wax which are renewable
Further, these do not contain lead or other metal and have a long burning time of up to 35 hours
Also, these come in beautiful glass jars that are recyclable
These are not tested on animals, making them cruelty-free
Capri Blue Scented Candle With Glass Candle Holder
This one’s a stylish aromatherapy candle that comes in a signature silhouette and a vital cobalt blue look. Containing a mixture of sugary and citrus notes, Volcano Blue makes you feel like you are in scented heaven.
Further, these aromatherapy candles have a superior quality wax blend that burns for longer hours. Also, these fill your rooms with the captivating and tropical scent that you can’t get over.
Other Specifications
These aromatherapy candles do not contain any fabrics
It’s a modern glass candle that comes with a lid and burns up to 85 hours
The candle is 19 oz in size and comes in a beautiful jar.
Diptyque Baies candles are great for aromatherapy sessions. Mainly crafted for indoor use, these come in a glass jar and are 6.5 ounces in size.
Further, the soothing fragrance fills your home with an alluring perfume helping you to relax.
Other Specifications
These scented candles blend the aroma of Blackcurrant leaves and Bulgarian Rose
Ensure you let the candle burn for a minimum of two hours till the time the whole top turns liquid with wax. This is when you burn the candle for the first time. So as to help it burn evenly the second time.
Also, don’t forget to trim the wick a quarter inch in length before lighting the candle. This will help the candle to burn eventually and prevent black smoke from depositing around the glass edges.
If you are searching for some of the best aromatherapy candles with fragrances derived from natural botanical extracts, go for Thymes Frasier Fir candle.
Rich in important nutrients and antioxidants, these aromatherapy candles are made of Siberian Fir cedarwood and earthy sandalwood aroma that come together to create a forest fragrance that induces warmth and comfort.
Thymes scented candles are cruelty-free, are beautifully designed, and offer a unique signature fragrance.
Other Specifications
These aromatherapy candles are made of superior quality paraffin wax and non-metal wicks. This allows for a longer burn time of up to 45 hours.
The fragrance of these scented candles fills ayu space with a brisk forest fragrance.
Yankee candle french vanilla is the scented candle that helps you set the mood, cherish memories, and enjoy the long-lasting scent. Make your aromatherapy sessions warm and calm with these Yankee candles.
These aromatherapy candles are made of high-quality wax which contains a perfect blend of fragrance oil.
Other Specifications
The essence of vanilla is extracted from the tropical orchids
These scented candles have a long burning time of 110 to 150 hours
Due to high-quality paraffin wax, these candles deliver a clear and a continuous burn
Chloe Fu LAN fresh linen candles have been made taking your home and family into consideration. These are hand-poured candles that are made with a one-of-a-kind mix of essential oils, purest ingredients, and natural soy wax.
This combination gives out a beautiful fragrance that helps you relax and calm your body and mind.
Since these candles are toxin-free, they make for a clean burn. Also, these scented candles are made of high-quality soy wax and essential oil-based fragrances.
Other Specifications
This is a pack of two scented candles, each having a burn time of 45-50 hours.
Due to superior-quality fragrances and essential oils, these candles offer a clean burn
The fresh linen aroma fills your space with the scent of freshly washed towels and laundry.
These are 100% natural soy wax candles that are non-toxic and have a longer burn time.
Further, these are made of organic essential oils and has a 100% cotton wick
Wax and Oils Soy Oils scented candles are the best aromatherapy candles for sleep. These are made from soybeans and are fully biodegradable.
In addition to this, these scented candles have a cooler and long-lasting burn. This is because they are made of soy wax which has a lower melting point as compared to paraffin, beeswax, or petroleum.
Other Specifications
These soy wax candles have notes of cool mountain air, green fir, and lavender against the background of cedarwood and mahogany.
In addition to this, these are free from any additives or harmful chemicals.
Further, the scented candles are hand-poured with superior quality wax and oils.
Giving out spicy fragrances, the NEST holiday is one of the best luxury candles that you can own. The scented luxury candle sits in a glass vessel that is done with beautiful, frosted stripes that go with any decor.
Further, these candles uplift your mood and have a long burning time of 100-200 hours.
Other Specifications
This is one of the best selling fragrances with a blend of pine, cloves, pomegranate, mandarin orange, cinnamon, and a tinge of amber and vanilla.
Further, these are four-wicked luxury candles that are ideal for large spaces.
Also, these are made out of proprietary wax that is made to give a clean and even burn and fill the space with a unique scent.
These sage candles by Magnificent 101 are what you need if you want to clear the negative energy. These aromatherapy candles are healing candles that are created for relieving stress, purification, clearing out negative energy, soothing anxiety, and boosting energy.
Simply burn these scented candles and sit to ward off negative thoughts to improve mental clarity.
Other Specifications
These candles are made of 100% natural soybean wax and are 6 OZ white sage candles for healing. Sage is known for purification and protection.
You smudge away negativity with these white sage healing candles. Thus, these are used for the purposes of smudging as well.
These candles come with a blank on the cover which is meant for setting your intention. Simply fill the blank with what you want to achieve with aromatherapy in exchange for releasing the negativity.
Looking for scented candles with an organic base. Consider Madge Organic jasmine and rose candles. These are essential oil candles and do not have artificial fragrances.
The fragrance oils used have been developed in the lab and are concentrated synthetic oils with strong natural scents.
Also, these candles emit a fragrance that is healthy, headache-free, and toxic-free.
Other Specifications
These candles are made of 1005 organic soy wax
Further, these have as slow burn time of up to 60 – 68 hours
In addition to this, the wick used is 100% organic cotton which makes for lesser fumes
You’ll also find 100% organic California natural dry flowers in the candle jar.
LAFCO Water Hyacinth is one of the leading natural-luxury candles that make you feel fresh. These aromatherapy candles come in a hand blown glass jar to add to the burning experience.
Further, these are biodegradable, have essential oil-based fragrances, and are chemical-free.
Other Specifications
The ingredients within the fragrance include water hyacinth known for reducing anxiety. Similarly, it is made of cypress and freesia which increases alertness and is refreshing.
The top notes include lime and mandarin; middle hyacinth, galbanum, and nutmeg oil; bottom notes include Virginia cedarwood and cypress
Further, these scented candles are made of soy wax 100% cotton wick and a tinge of paraffin wax.
Wild Beautiful Free Dream Elephants are organic coconut wax candles that have a lead-free cotton wick. These help in relieving stress and are ideal for meditation, deep relaxation, and inducing sleep.
Further, these are organic, vegan, environment-friendly, and cruelty-free candles with no artificial dyes or fragrances. Also, these candles are hand-poured, biodegradable, and non-GMO.
Other Specifications
These candles come in a glass jar that carries a beautiful 22K gold foil artwork.
Since these candles use 100% pure organic aromatherapy essential oils, these are highly safe.
Further, they have an approximate clean burn time of 50-60 hours
Bluecorn beeswax candles are 100% pure beeswax votives that become molten and fill the container they sit in. Make sure you burn these candles inside a perfect-fitting candle holder to get the ideal results.
Further, these hand-poured beeswax votives are lead-free and unscented.
Other Specifications
If placed in a fitted holder, these candles offer a burn time of approximately 15 hours
There are 100% pure, lightly filtered beeswax
In addition to this, the wick is lead and metal-free.
Klayre essence soy aromatherapy candles are hand-poured candles made in the USA. These have a superior-quality fragrance and are ideal for aromatherapy, relaxation, and house decor.
Further, these candles contain soy wax and come in a jar.
Other Specifications
These candles carry sandalwood rose scent
Further, these consist of natural soy wax from American grown soybeans.
In addition to this, these are vegan, cruelty-free, phthalates, and parabens-free
Finally, these have a 100% cotton wick and offer 40+ hours.
APOTHEKE luxury candles are hand-poured containing perfume-grade fragrance oils and premium-quality soy wax. These candles are made with a unique wax, wick, and fragrance mixture that make for a strong and clean burn.
Further, these have a simple, beautiful design and have unique scents that enhance both the decor and the vibe of your space.
Other Specifications
The fragrance is of classic earl grey tea leaves that are mixed with peony, bergamot, and lemon zest.
Further, these candles have 15%-18% of fragrance oils, which is three times more than one found in usual scented candles
Packaged in a jar, these offer a burn time of an average of 15-20 hours.
Benevolence scented candles are all-natural soy wax candles that help in relieving stress and anxiety. This makes them one of the best stress relief candles.
Further, their therapeutic fragrance helps you to calm down, rejuvenate, and balance your mind and body.
These are 100% natural, have a strong fragrance, and offer a clean burn as they are free from paraffin and toxins.
Other Specifications
These candles contain the aroma of eucalyptus and orange essential oils. These are known for helping you to relax and prepare you for a good night’s sleep.
Since these offer calming effects, they are perfect for aromatherapy.
Further, they have wooden wicks which offer a clean burn and last for a minimum of 45 hours.
Sleep is one of the significant needs for our survival, much like water and food. However, many of us are way too casual about the lack of sleep we suffer. Sleep impairment can result in sleep deprivation which has a host of negative effects. For instance, disturbed sleep may lead to fatigue, changed immune, metabolic, and endocrine function, poor daytime functioning, and short-term memory, etc.
Now, there are a host of factors that can cause sleep impairment. One of them includes ambient noise. And to help you have a sound sleep, you have some of the best earplugs for sleeping without much interference by the surrounding noise.
Noise severely impacts sleep even if you are in ideal situations.
But Why is Proper Sleep Important?
Sufficient sleep is necessary for the good health and wellbeing of us humans. Sleep is taken as an important process during which the human body gets time to repair and restore itself. Researchers have come up with two sleep categories based on EEG. These include Non-Rapid Eye Movement (NREM) and REM sleep. NREM is further divided into four different sleep stages, the second one being the REM stage.
As per studies, stages, 3 and 4 are important as they result in the secretion of growth hormones, tissue healing, and protein synthesis. Thus, sound sleep is important and this is where earplugs come in handy. Earplugs for sleeping are a simple, reasonable, and effective way to reduce or block out ambient sounds that result in disturbed sleep. Thus, there are earplugs for sleeping with snoring partners, noise-canceling earplugs, etc which help in achieving sound sleep.
Accordingly, there is a range of earplugs available. However, you must check which ones are designed for sleeping. Also, these come in a variety of materials, sizes, shapes, and prices. So, choose the one that best fits your needs.
In this article, we share some of the best earplugs for sleeping with their features and other specifications so that you can choose the one that solves your needs.
1) Flents Ear Plugs – Reusable Earplugs for Sleeping
Looking for reusable earplugs for sleeping. Go for Flents earplugs, the Protechs Quiet Contour Ear Plugs. These are made out of soft and comfortable foam that provides you with flawless hearing protection from ambient noise.
Further, these are designed in such a way that they fit you properly, reduce the common surrounding sounds so that you can enjoy a quieter environment.
Thus, Flents earplugs provide you hearing protection for loud noise, sleeping, construction, concerts, music, heavy machinery, etc., and enjoy silence by blocking the surrounding noise.
Other Specifications
The pack contains 50 pairs of reusable earplugs for sleeping that can easily be taken anywhere.
In addition to serving as earplugs for sleep, these are also perfect for travel, sporting events, and concerts.
These earplugs have a Noise Reduction Rating of 33, giving you hearing protection while sleeping and working.
Using these sleep earplugs is super easy. Simply roll the earplug into a crease-free cylinder with clear hands. Now, slide the earplug inside the ear canal while it is compressed. Fitting the plug becomes much simpler if you pull the outer ear outwards and upwards as you insert. Finally, withhold the earplug in place till the time it starts to expand and cut noise with your fingertips.
QuietOn 3 is one of the best active noise-canceling earplugs that you can have. Now sleeping with a snoring partner won’t be an issue. These noise-canceling earplugs make for the best earplugs to block the snoring noise of your partner, the outside traffic noise, or the noise from your next-door neighbor.
These sleep earplugs provide a sound, peaceful sleep and also help for insomnia. This means you can have a good night’s sleep and wake up fresh the next morning.
Further, these earplugs for sleep are beautifully designed and are one of the comfortable earplugs for sleeping.
Other Specifications
These earplugs come with active noise-canceling technology. Further, these reduce noise proficiently across the frequency spectrum, especially in the lower frequency range.
Also, these are some of those comfortable earplugs for sleeping, given their small size and ergonomic design.
In addition to this, these sleep earplugs are very easy to use. All you need to do is remove the sleep earplugs from the charging box and use them immediately. You need no additional settings to plug them.
3) Mack’s Snore Blockers- Best Earplugs for Sleeping With a Snorer
Mack’s Snore Blockers serve as great earplugs for snoring. Sleeping with a snoring partner can be very disturbing and may lead to sleep impairment. Mack’s snore blockers are one of the best earplugs to block the snoring noise of your roommate or partner.
With these sleep earplugs, you can reduce noise, calm and relax, and have a sound sleep.
These doctor-recommended foam earplugs are made of high-quality, noise-reducing foam that ensures higher performance.
Other Specifications
The sleep plugs have a high Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 33 decibels. Also, these sleep earplugs give you protection against damaging noise that can even result in permanent hearing loss.
These earplugs are used for a variety of purposes. For instance, you can use them to block out snoring, feel relaxed during travels, and use power tools with any worry.
These make for comfortable earplugs for sleeping, given their ergonomic design and super soft foam material.
Seeking noise reduction earplugs for sleeping? Consider ZQuiet Earplugs that serve as sound-blocking earplugs and let you have a good night’s sleep.
ZQuiet sleeping earplugs are backed by scientific technologies that are proven sleep solutions. These earplugs reduce the surrounding noise by 27 decibels, allowing you to sleep in peace. Also, these earplugs are perfect for daywear, during work or travels, and even avoiding noise sensitivity at concerts or other events that involve loud sound.
Other Specifications
These sleep plugs come in various sized ear tips
Further, they have an integrated pull tab that permits for easy removal
In addition to this, the attenuation filter serves 27 decibels of noise reduction
Also, these come with a waterproof rubber seal, giving you protection from dust, moisture, and debris.
Further, the sleep plugs are reusable, hypo-allergenic, and are made out of silicone material which is both safe and easy to clean.
Since they are very soft and flexible, the sleep plugs do not put much pressure on your ear canals.
Finally, the pack contains 1 set of ear-tips with each set having two sizes, 1 set of interchangeable filters, 1 cleaning brush, and 1 durable case.
Here are sleep-blocking earplugs that will help you have a peaceful, good night’s sleep. Sleep Earplugs mask the sounds that cause disturbance as you sleep, although you still hear your alarm clock or your kids.
But, these earplugs will block the disturbing sound of music or snoring of your roommate or partner. In addition to this, these earplugs also help you to stay focused when working and reduce the risk of hearing damage from loud noise.
Other Specifications
Hearprotek sleeping earplugs are ergonomically shaped and designed to allow for safe blockage of sound.
Also, these are reusable earplugs for sleeping as well as extremely comfortable, making them ideal to be worn the whole day without pain.
Further, these include 2 pairs of earplugs, each of different shapes for different ear canals. Further, these also come in different dbs and fit the majority of ear sizes.
In addition to this, these sleep earplugs are made out of soft hypoallergenic and non-toxic material.
These earplugs have an average attenuation of 32 dB, thereby reducing the ambient sound to a great extent.
The complete package includes 2 standard size earplugs 32 dB, 2 small size earplugs 30 dB, 1 detachable cord, 1 aluminum case, 1 carabiner, and 1 user manual.
6) PQ Wax Earplugs for Sleep – Wax Earplugs for Sleeping
PQ wax earplugs are noise-blocking earplugs if you’re looking for comfortable earplugs for routine use. These sleep earplugs have been tested for noise cancellation and thus help you reduce the annoying sounds while sleeping, working, or traveling.
These wax earplugs help you have a good night’s sleep because they stay in place the whole night. Also, these earplugs are waterproof, help you prevent infection, don’t come out, and do not exert pressure on your ears.
Other Specifications
These earplugs come in a smallholding case containing 12 wax pillows
In addition to this, these earplugs come in three sizes including super small, small, and medium which fit in any ear shape.
Further, you can break each of the earplugs in half and extend the usability of these wax pillows.
They have an attenuation of 32dB, canceling ambient noise and providing you protection against loud noise.
7) Howard Leight Disposable Foam Earplugs – Foam Earplugs for Sleeping
These foam earplugs by Howard Leight are laser lite high visibility ear plugs that are easy to identify from a distance. They come in bright yellow and magenta color combinations that make for easy in-ear identification, even from a distance. In addition to this, these earplugs are small in size, which makes them perfect for smaller ears. Further, since these are made out of foam, they can be adjusted to fit in large ears as well.
In addition to this, these earplugs have a contoured T-shape, which makes for easy insertion and removal. Since they are ideal for any ear size, this makes them highly cost-effective and a good choice both for use as sleeping earplugs and comfortable earplugs for routine use.
Other Specifications
The pack contains 200 pairs of earplugs.
These foam earplugs have a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 32, which is one of the highest for any foam earplugs available in the market.
In addition to this, these earplugs are made out of soft, soil-resistant, closed-cell foam skin. This helps in preventing the dirt build-up and leads to proper hygiene.
Since they are T-shaped, they have easy gripping and insertion.
Finally, each piece in the box comes sealed ensuring proper hygiene.
8) Bose Sleepbuds II – Best Noise Blocking Plugs for Sleeping
Want sleep plugs that come with soothing music that put you to sleep faster and better? Go for Bose Sleep Buds that are one of the best noise-masking plugs for sleeping. These sleep earplugs make use of sleep technology that is clinically proven to help individuals fall asleep faster. Further, the soothing music sounds like someone singing you a lullaby and putting you to sleep.
Given this, don’t confuse these sleep buds for headphones. These are specifically designed for sleep. No doubt they are designed much like small headphones, however, they serve you with soothing, sound masking sounds and not music or podcasts.
Other Specifications
These Bose Sleepbuds make use of user-tested technology. The users involved in the study found these sleep buds to be effective sound-blocking earplugs.
In addition to this, these are wireless earbuds that connect to the Bose app which plays soothing sounds that mask the surrounding noise and help you fall asleep faster.
Further, you can choose from the relaxing sounds that are included in the Bose Sound Library. These include noise-masking sounds, tranquilities, and nature scapes.
Also, these earbuds make use of noise-masking and not noise-canceling technology that cover-up the surrounding disturbance. This is because these sleep buds combine a noise-blocking design with soothing noise-masking sounds.
Finally, these sleep earplugs stay, even if you move sideways. That’s why the pack includes three different sizes of ear tips so that they fit in the ridge of your ear.
9) ANBOW Reusable Silicone Ear Plugs – Best Silicone Ear Plugs for Sleeping
Looking for silicone earplugs that are washable, reusable, and high on comfort? Consider ANBOW reusable silicone earplugs. These make for good earplugs for sleeping and meditation, enjoying loud music concerts, or swimming and water sports. You can also use them for routine work and during flying and traveling.
Other Specifications
These sleeping earplugs come with a high Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 32 which ensures protection from loud sounds.
Further, they are made out of food-grade silicone material which is BPA-free, reusable, washable, skin-friendly, and highly comfortable.
These earplugs are specifically designed for sleeping, traveling, concerts, and working during routine days.
In addition to this, these are very easy to wear. All you need to do is simply twist them to insert them in your ears.
The pack includes 3 pairs of earplugs together with a bonus water-proof pouch.
10) Alpine SleepSoft Sleeping Earplugs – Earplugs for Side Sleepers
Side sleepers can now have a sound sleep with these sleeping earplugs for side sleepers. Made with unique filter technology, these earplugs reduce snoring and background noises.
These sleeping earplugs help you have a good night’s sleep, without any disturbance. Also, since the earplugs are made out of soft materials, these are highly comfortable to wear during the night.
Other Specifications
The pack contains 1 set of ultra-soft earplugs.
The earplugs are made of AlpineThermoShape material, which is super soft and very comfortable to wear.
Also, these earplugs fit easily in your ears as they have a universal shape that molds easily and fits in most ear sizes.
These earplugs have an attenuation of 25dB, thereby reducing the ambient sound to a great extent.
Further, you also get a cleaning stick for easy cleaning and a travel case so that you can carry them anywhere.
Do you often feel sleepy, fatigued, and anxious during the winter season? Are you having low-quality sleep due to irregular sleep-wake cycles?
Well, if that’s the case, then there exists an imbalance either in your exposure to light or darkness or your circadian rhythms.
But do you know that light therapy lamps can help you adjust to normal circadian rhythms?
Best Light Therapy Lamps
I. Verilux HappyLight Lucent
One of the best light therapy lamps is the Verilux Happy Light Lucent. It is a UV-free light therapy lamp that comes with an LED full spectrum light delivering up to 10,000 lux of light.
Since the lux light is UV-free, the therapy lamp is certainly safe and effective to give you a natural light therapy. Further, the LED light is flicker free, glare free, and hotspot free.
Besides this, this LED therapy lamp produces an evenly distributed light. This means you can enjoy your daily dose of healthy, natural, and bright light that has a positive impact on your health.
How? Well, the lux light improves your sleep, enhances your mood, energy, and focus thus leaving you relaxed and energetic.
As mentioned below, exposure to bright light during the first hours after waking in the morning stimulates hormones in your body. These hormones have a great influence on your sleep/wake patterns.
Further, Verilux Happy Light also helps you in enhancing your low mood caused due to winter blues, lack of exposure to sunlight, or jet lag.
Moreover, its portability feature makes it a perfect device for overcoming or reducing sunlight deprivation, insomnia, or winter blues on the go.
II. Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp
Another lamp on our list of best light therapy lamps is Circadian Optics is the UV-free LED happy mood lamps for seasonal light.
This is a sun lamp that incorporates longer lasting LED therapy light having an intensity of 10,000 lux.
Further, the lux light lasts for approximately 50,000 hours and generates a uniform dot-free light.
In other words, this mood lamp is designed in such a way that it produces natural full spectrum light of the same quality as of the noonday sun.
This means that this daylight lamp ensures that you get exposed to enough sunlight each day.
Remember, sunlight controls the different cycles within your body and also enhances your mood.
Accordingly, this sun lamp gives you the much needed light therapy that regulates your sleep, improves your focus and energy, enhances your mood, and overcomes the winter blues.
Besides giving you so many health benefits, the Circadian Optics light therapy lamp adds to the space decor and is a simple-to-use device.
Seasonal Affective Disorder Lamps
III. Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp for Seasonal Sunlight Changes
This light therapy lamp is one of the best SAD lamps that regulates your mood by exposing your body to natural light.
It is a mood light sun lamp that stimulates the brain chemicals responsible for generating a positive mood and hence overcoming the depressive winter blues.
During the winter season, due to less exposure to sunlight, your body’s circadian cycle gets disrupted. As a result, you do not get a healthy sleep at night. This further leads to sleepiness and lack of alertness during the day.
In fact, some people may even suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during the winter season due to lack of exposure to proper sunlight.
To overcome such challenges, you can use the Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp for seasonal changes that exposes your body to the optimal light thus stimulating it’s response to natural light.
This light lamp is an easy-to-use device as you just need to turn on the convenient button and expose yourself to the dot-free lights that are free from UV radiation.
Plus, it also adds on the space decor as the therapy lamp is sleek and stylish.
IV. Moodlight Light Therapy Lamp
The Moodlight Therapy lamp is another sun lamp for SAD that helps you to keep the winter blues away.
This is a seasonal depression lamp that exudes a UV-free light of 10,000 lux in intensity to mimic a bright sunny day.
Further, this light therapy lamp comes with flicker elimination technology and an optic glare control lens lighting. Thus, it helps you to reduce strain to your eyes and any sort of skin damage.
Also, to help you enhance focus, mood, and sleep cycle, this light lamp comes with 3 color mode settings to dim or brighten the light as per your comfort.
In addition to this, this light therapy box also features the functionality to memorize the brightness level under each lighting mode. This means you can customize your light depending upon the distance and light sensitivity for greater comfort.
Further, its portable design allows you to carry the therapy lamp along to your office or during travel.
And what makes this device unique is that it incorporates an auto-off timing function. This functionality allows you to conduct light therapy sessions from 10 to 60 minutes post which the lamp switches off automatically.
V. Nature Bright SunTouch Plus Light and Ion Therapy
The Nature Bright’s SunTouch Plus light therapy lamp offers you the healing powers of the blue sky indoors.
This is a soothing light therapy lamp that features clinically-proven Sky Effect technology that ensures a therapeutic experience for you.
Further, this mood lamp generates an optimal blue light of 8,000 Kelvin or 10,000 lux that is just perfect for enhancing your mood during the winter season.
In addition to this, the sun lamp features an air purifier emitting negative ions typically found in nature to uplift your spirits.
Thus, this sunlight lamp not only balances your body’s biological clock but it also refreshes and nourishes it.
Also, you do not have to worry about keeping a track of your light therapy sessions as this light therapy box switches off automatically. All thanks to the built-in timer with 15, 30, 45, and 60-minute intervals that allows for customize use of the device.
Besides this, you need not worry about its portability as the lamp’s design is extremely sleek, slim, and upright that it can fit anywhere.
Moodozi Light Therapy Lamps
VI. Verilux Happy Light UV-Free Therapy Lamp
The next on our list is the Verilux Happy Light Therapy Lamp that generates UV-free, natural light to give you the much needed light exposure for a healthy living.
The happy lights range of lamps from the house of Verilux offer few of the best light therapy lamps to enhance your mood, focus, and energy levels.
These lamps produce UV-free full spectrum light of up to 10,000 lux so that you conduct natural light therapy sessions safely and effectively.
Further, the healthy natural light exposes your body to optimal light to help you overcome winter blues, insomnia, and sunlight deprivation.
Besides this, it also relaxes and revitalizes your body as it maintains your body’s biological clock and ensures proper sleep.
Further, this sun lamp incorporates a sleek design that is simply perfect for use at home and on tabletops like counters, desks, etc.
VII. Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp UV-Free LED Happy Mood Lamps
Another great product from the house of Circadian Optics is the LED Happy Mood Lamp. This light therapy lamp generates the kind of light your body requires.
The light is UV-free, of 10,000 lux intensity, and mimics the colors of daylight. Further, it exposes your body to the full spectrum light quality same as that of the noonday sun.
Thus, such an intensity of the light regulates the biological cycles within your body, enhances your mood, and controls sleep-wake cycles.
Further, it also increases the serotonin levels that help in uplifting your mood, overcoming winter blues, improving focus, and boosting energy levels.
Also, the light lamp is quite effective and long lasting as it generates light that lasts for about 50,000 hours.
VIII. SMY Blue Light Therapy Lamp
This is a blue light therapy lamp that exudes light of the intensity of 10,000 lux. This light intensity is similar to the one emitted during bright sunny blue sky.
This is a perfect fit for natural light therapy in case you do not go outdoors or if you live at a place where there is not enough sunlight.
As per the research conducted by Center for Environmental Therapy and National Institute of Health, light therapy lamps help in reducing the tiredness caused due to the winter blues. Plus, such lamps also help in overcoming the seasonal depression, jet lag, and effects of day-night work shifts.
The scientific research also suggests that the blue lights are the most energizing form of lights. These lights help in stimulating hormones that influence our sleep-wake patterns and hence help in improving our sleep quality.
The SMY Blue Light Therapy lamp comes with an adjustable stand and an auto-timer which help you to conduct your light therapy sessions.
Additionally, it comes with two modes of brightness that you can adjust depending upon the usage.
IX. Lavish Home Feet Sunlight Floor Lamp
Another full light spectrum sun light lamp is the one from the house of Lavish Home. This one is a floor lamp that emits bright white light. The illumination so produced makes the colors look vibrant and as a result help in reducing eye stress and fatigue.
The source for the bright light is the 27 Watt CFL Bulb emitting light equivalent to an ordinary 150-Watt bulb, but utilizes a lesser amount of energy.
Further, the unique thing about the light source is that it lasts up to 5,000 hours which is 5 times longer than the other bulbs.
Also, this daylight lamp incorporates a gooseneck design that enables you to adjust the lamp as per your need while reading, working, or doing intricate artwork.
It’s a floor lamp and is completely portable. So, you can place this sun lamp anywhere in your office or home.
In fact, you can even place these full spectrum light therapy lamps in spaces or rooms that have minimal sun exposure.
X. Circadian Optics Lumine Light Therapy Lamp
If you want to go for a happy mood lamp for seasonal sunlight changes, then the Lumine Light Therapy Lamp from Circadian Optics is a great option.
This one is a mood light sun lamp that incorporates both form and function. This means that Circadian’s Happy Light Lamp not only exposes your body to the right amount of light, it also acts as a great piece of decor for your home or office space.
You do not have to worry about the harmful rays as the white light does not emit unwanted UV rays. This therapy lamp features an LED natural light lamp that lasts for approximately 50,000 hours.
Plus, the LED emits dot-free light that is similar in quality to the full-spectrum light during the noon time of the day.
Besides this, the lux light lamp is quite user-friendly as it operates with a single touch. Plus, there are 3 modes of brightness that you can customize as per your need.
SAD Light Box
XI. AMZCOOL Happy Energy Light Box
One of the best SAD lamps is the Happy Energy light Box from AMZCOOL. This is a daylight light therapy box that emits high-quality full spectrum light without any UV rays.
The LED lights exude 10,000 lux intensity light that provide you with sufficient energy to cut the winter blues, jet lag, shift work, seasonal changes, and get high-quality sleep.
Besides this, these happy lights come with an adjustable stepless dimmer so that you can change the brightness settings as per your need during a light therapy session.
However, make sure that the light is placed towards your eye but do not look into the light directly. Furthermore, start with 10 minute sessions.
Once your body gets used to light exposure, increase the usage time gradually. Use this sun lamp preferably in the morning.
XII. Eligpowht Light Therapy Box Lamp
Another great SAD lamp is the light therapy box lamp from Eligpowht. This is a light therapy box that features an LED lamp emitting 10,000 lux intensity light.
The light emitted is UV-free and non-evasive. Further, the light therapy lamp incorporates a unique appearance with a 4 timer function for you to choose between 15, 30, 45, and 60-minute therapy sessions.
This means the minimum light therapy session that you can conduct is 15 minutes. Gradually, you can increase the session time as your body gets used to the increased light exposure.
Plus, the design of this happy lamp is extremely sleek which means you can place this in your office, at home, or carry it while traveling .
The feature that makes this therapy light different from others is that it incorporates a tablet design. This design offers better efficiency, uniform illuminance, and large light-emitting therapy area.
Also, the lamp comes with a 90 degree rotation standing bracket so that you can position the light as per your need.
Best Light Therapy Lamp for Vitamin D
XIII. YeeBright Light Therapy Lamp
This is one of the best light therapy lamps for Vitamin D. It features UV-free LED light that emits light of 10,000 lux intensity.
In other words, this light therapy lamp brings 6500 K light that gives you the requisite energy and hence keeps you focused.
Further, the lamp also has 5 different modes of brightness so that you can customize light brightness levels as per your need. You can adjust the brightness level using the Dimming Function.
Plus, this happy light lamp has a sleek design, is lightweight, and is super portable, which means you can place it in your office, at home, or take along during travel.
XIV. Verilux HappyLight Bright White Light
The next best light therapy lamp for Vitamin D is the Happy Light Luxe lamp from Verilux. This lamp is one of the largest selling light therapy lamps of Verilux delivering upto 10,000 lux intensity for safe and natural light therapy.
The bright light therapy enhances your sleep, revitalizes your mood, enhances energy levels, and improves your concentration.
And the best part about this product is that you can customize the brightness levels, color temperature, and the session time of your therapy.
Additionally, the sun lamp is extremely portable as its extremely thin and comes with a detachable stand and wall mount. This means you can use it on the go to cut the winter blues and insomnia.
Bright Light Therapy Lamps
XV. Aura Day Light Lamp
The Aura daylight therapy lamp is a premium sun lamp that emits a 10,000 lux light intensity to help you to beat the winter blues, sleep disorders, jet lag, low energy, and work shift adjustment.
What makes this light therapy lamp a premium item is that it features a lux adjusting dial that gives you complete control over your light therapy session.
Accordingly, the range of the lux light ranges between 3,500 to 10,0000 lux. Plus, you can adjust the lamp to an 85 or a 70 degree angle as per your own comfort.
In addition to this, this therapy lamp also has an in-built timer that gives you the flexibility to adjust the time of your therapy session at 10 minute intervals.
This means your daylight therapy lamp will automatically switch off once your treatment is complete.
XVI. Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Light Therapy Lamp
Another great bright light therapy lamp alternative is the Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Light Therapy Lamp.
It’s a daylight lamp that produces 10,000 lux intensity light penetrating through a safe, glare-free screen.
The screen is 12 inches wide which ensures that you do not have to sit too close to the lamp unlike the other sun lamps from competitive brands.
Further, the LED light is UV-free and projects light downwards to achieve maximum effectiveness. Also, this light therapy box comes with 2 modes of brightness levels that you can adjust for an effective light therapy session.
Thus, with exposure to optimal light, you can get relief in case you are suffering from mild sunlight deprivation and insomnia.
Remember, that you need to use the daylight lamp during morning time, shortly after you wake up. Also make sure that you place the lamp above your eyes for an effective therapy session.
Besides this, ensure that you are facing towards the lamp with your eyes open. However, do not look into the light directly.
XVII. Wobrikosee Light Therapy Lamp
The next best bright light therapy lamp is the Wobrikosee’s Light Therapy Lamp. This light therapy box incorporates a simple and an ultra-thin design lending extreme portability.
This means you can use this lamp at home, office, or during travel. To make things simple for you, this therapy lamp comes with a long cord so that you can place it on any of the table tops near the switch.
Besides the simplicity in design, the sun lamp is extremely functional as it comes with 4 levels of brightness and two lighting mode options for you to adjust as per your need.
You can adjust the brightness levels using the dimming function with just a touch of a button.
In addition to this, you can control the timing of each light therapy session as this lamp has four in-built timer options.
And do not worry about exposure to harmful rays as the light emitted from the lamp is UV-free, eye, and skin friendly.
This means your body gets exposed to the optimal light so that you can be energized which in turn enhances your mood, and helps you overcome insomnia and lack of sun exposure.
Light Therapy Lamps Canada
XVIII. Magicteam Sun Therapy Lamp
This light therapy lamp from the house of Magicteam beats all the competitor sun lamps as it incorporates 10 modes of brightness and 7 timer settings.
This means an enhanced level of customization is possible to carry out light therapy sessions. You can set the timer at the interval of 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, and 60 minutes.
The best part is that it does not produce any humming noise and has an auto-off function.
Further, this sun lamp emits 10,000 lux light intensity and can be customized up to 10 levels of brightness. So, you do not have to worry about the light adaptation.
Considering the design, it’s extremely user-friendly and incorporates a flexible placement design. This means you can place it anywhere.
Also, this light therapy lamp has a memory function that can automatically restore your previous brightness and timer.
It is important to note that the light has been approved by authorities like FCC, CE, and RoHS. This means any sort of an accident has already been taken care of.
XIX. Wolezek Red Light Therapy Lamp
If you are looking for an infrared light therapy lamp, then you must go for Wolezek’s Red Light Therapy Lamp.
This lamp emits 660 mm red and 850 mm near infrared combo light that is invisible to your eyes.
Further, this therapy lamp comes with a lamp holder and therapy glasses so that you can use the equipment conveniently.
Also, the infrared light delivers infrared heat to your body. As a result, it stimulates the muscles of your body and heals the damaged tissue.
Phototherapy Lamps
XX. Cloudhead Phototherapy Lamp
This is one of the best phototherapy lamps as it is extremely portable, lightweight, and easy-to-use.
Further, this light therapy lamp comes with a built-in timer with an LCD display that allows you to control the time of each session digitally.
This therapy lamp exudes 311 mm of UV phototherapy light that is within the ranges specified.
Please ensure that you do not use this therapy lamp without reading the manual, without UV goggles, in the bathtub, and for cosmetic tanning.
It is not a medically-claimed therapy lamp. Further, any dietary statements regarding the light lamp have not been approved by the FDA.
What is Light Therapy?
Light Therapy is a procedure to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder, Sleep Disorders, and certain other conditions by exposing oneself to artificial light.
The artificial light source can be light boxes or light lamps producing a light intensity between 2,500 and 10,000 lux.
All living organisms have a biological clock that is influenced by the cycle of light and darkness.
This clock is a part of your brain and is located above the area where nerves travel to your eyes. This area is called Suprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN).
What Are Circadian Rhythms?
As per the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, circadian rhythms are mental, physical, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle. These natural processes respond to light and dark and impact all living beings.
How Do Circadian Rhythms Impact Your Health?
Your biological clock regulates your circadian rhythms including your sleep patterns, hormonal secretion, body metabolism, and feelings of alertness and sleepiness.
Thus, the timing of your body clock or circadian rhythms plays a significant role in the timing of your sleep period.
Now, there are some people who are more productive during the evenings, feel sleepy during the day, and have a tough time waking up in the morning. This means they have a delayed circadian rhythm.
However, there are others who feel alert during early mornings, feel sleepy early in the evenings, and wake up easily early in the morning. Thus, such individuals have an advanced circadian rhythm.
Accordingly, having a delayed or advanced body clock means a person is experiencing a sleep phase disorder.
Therefore, to adjust the body clock to its normal cycle, such a person needs to expose himself to a morning or bright light. And this process is called light therapy.
In light therapy, your eyes are exposed to intense but healthy light for specific repeated time intervals.
Artificial light in the form of light lamps is used in latitudes where sufficient light is not available, especially during the fall or the winter season.
Light Therapy for Depression
Light therapy is also used for treating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). In fact, as per a study, Bright Light Therapy is also used to treat other depressive disorders.
These include chronic depression, premenstrual depression, antepartum depression, and bipolar depression.
Use of Light Therapy to Treat Depression
SCN
The Suprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN)is the part of the human brain that incorporates the body clock regulating the specific rhythmic functions throughout the day.
It consists of thousands of neurons within the anterior hypothalamus that enable mammals to maintain the circadian cycle in their body functions.
However, this function of regulating circadian rhythm stops if the SCN is damaged.
Primarily, light regulates the circadian system within the human body. Thus, when light passes through your eyes, it falls on the retinal cells that perceive and convert the information regarding the light-dark cycle.
Further, these retinal cells are connected to the SCN through the Retinohypothalamic tract which is not a part of your visual system.
Remember that the regulation of your body clock or circadian system depends on the duration, wavelength, light intensity, and the time period for which your body is exposed to light.
Thus, the SCN is regulated by serotonergic neurons arising in the ralph nuclei. Also, the Pineal Gland gives direct feedback to the SCN.
The Pineal Gland gives feedback to the SCN through hormones called Melatonin and Serotonin.
Melatonin
Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the Pineal Gland in a specific circadian pattern depending on the light-dark cycle.
It is a chemical marker that signals seasonal variations of the light-dark cycle to all cells.
Further, Melatonin gets synthesized from its precursor Serotonin before it gets distributed in the body. And its pace of secretion is controlled by SCN.
Studies showcase that if a human is exposed to light, the circadian rhythms inside his body are altered. Further, it also suppresses the secretion of Melatonin.
Serotonin
Serotonin is another hormone that originates in the ralph nuclei of the brain stem. This hormone regulates your behavior, emotions, and circadian rhythms.
There are a number of studies showcasing that seasonal changes lead to change in the serotonin levels in the human brain.
Further, a change is also witnessed in serotonin-related behaviors.
The most important physiological mechanism that controls the synaptic serotonin levels is the reuptake of serotonin into the presynaptic neuron via serotonin transporter (5-HTT).
Remember that high 5-HTT density is associated with low extracellular serotonin and vice versa.
Thus, the highest 5-HTT density occurred during the dark months in autumn and winter. Whereas, the lowest 5-HTT density values occurred during the summer season.
This explains why SAD occurs during the winter or fall season in humans.
How Does Light Therapy Work?
As mentioned above, the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN) is a part of Hypothalamus, a peanut sized within the brain containing cells that regulate sleep and arousal.
The SCN receives information about light from the eyes when exposed to a light source and controls your behavioral rhythm.
Thus, individuals having a damaged SCN sleep throughout the day as they are unable to match their circadian rhythms with the light-dark cycle.
Further, the brainstem at the bottom of the brain passes neural signals to the hypothalamus to regulate the sleep-wake cycle.
You must know that the brain stem consists of structures like pons, medulla, and the midbrain. Also, the hypothalamus and the brain contain cells that promote sleep and hence generate a brain chemical called GABA.
This chemical is responsible for reducing the activity of the arousal centers within the hypothalamus and the brain stem. It is important to note that even the brainstem sends signals that relax your body.
Now, the Pineal gland located between the two hemispheres of the brain receives signals from the SCN.
These signals enhance the production of melatonin – a sleep inducing hormone. Thus, the increased production of melatonin helps you sleep once the lights go down.
However, some of you are unable to coordinate their natural sleep-wake cycle using natural light. Hence you need to take some amount of melatonin at the same time during each day in order to stabilize your sleep patterns.
As mentioned above, when artificial light falls on the melanopsin – the receptor cells in the retinal ganglion – it converts light into neural signals.
Remember that melanopsin in the SCN is responsible for suppressing pineal melatonin secretion.
Further, it also improves alertness and decreases depression.
Bright Light Therapy is a non-pharmacological treatment that is used to treat SAD.
The American Psychiatric Association requested to carry out a number of independent studies to test the efficacy of BLT in seasonal and non-seasonal depression.
In all the trials, dawn simulation was used to test for SAD and BLT was used as an ancillary therapy to psychopharmacological treatment in non-seasonal depression.
The results of such research showcased impressive results. In fact, the results were either equal or superior to the results displayed by most psychopharmacological trials.
However, none of the results were in favor of the BLT ancillary to psychopharmacological treatment in non-seasonal depression.
This trial was carried out in a sample of 102 patients with non-seasonal depression who were treated with sertraline.
The study showcased that patients exposed to bright light experienced a reduction in depression.
Another study was conducted among randomly selected people from four areas: Nashua, New York, Montgomery County, and Sarasota. These individuals were sent a Seasonal Pattern Assessment Questionnaire (SPAQ) to estimate the prevalence rates of winter SAD, summer SAD, and subsyndromal winter SAD.
The results of the study showcased that the Northern Latitudes showcased a higher rate of winter SAD and subsyndromal SAD.
In addition to this, the study showcased a positive relationship between the latitude and a higher rate of winter SAD prevalence in the age groups over 35 years.
Further, no correlation existed between the latitude and summer SAD.
In addition to this, another study was conducted to study the impact of latitude on the prevalence of seasonal depression.
In this study, random telephone numbers of individuals across 8 degrees of latitude for the province of Ontario were collected.
In other words, an equal sample of people was taken from 8 strata of 1 degree each and who became a part of the experiment for a 12-month period.
As a part of the experiment, each individual over 20 years of age and having lived in the region for 3 years or more was interviewed. It was a structured diagnostic interview that was undertaken over a telephone call.
In all, 1605 individuals completed the interview. Further, the results of such an experiment showcased that the prevalence of lifetime SAD was 2.6%.
However, there was no impact of the latitude on the prevalence of either major depression or the seasonal subtype across the 8 strata.
But, the latitude was observed to be negatively correlated with the severity of the seasonal change in mood of an individual.
How to Use a Light Therapy Lamp?
First, you need a light therapy lamp that is clinically tested to treat depressive disorders and sleep disorders.
Further, such a therapy light must have an intensity of 10,000 LUX. In case it is white light, then the intensity must be 3,000 – 4,000 Kelvin.
Additionally, the light must have a broad field of illumination and be UV-filtered. Also, the therapy lamps must incorporate a glare-free diffuser and should be adjustable for optimal positioning.
To use the light therapy boxes or lamps, you first need to place the lamp at the center in front of your eyes.
Then, you need to set the lamp enclosure at about a 30-degree angle from its vertical height. Besides this, the middle of the lamp enclosure must be 12 to 14 inches away from your eyes.
Remember, you must open your eyes and position them approximately at the center of the light lamp.
You can read, work on your computer, or eat during light therapy sessions. Further, each session must be 20 to 30 minutes long. You may adjust the session time depending upon your body’s response.
Thus, to conduct a light therapy session, you need to remember the following points.
Points To Remember for Therapeutic Bright Light Therapy (BLT)
Use LED Therapy Lamps daily at the same time including on weekends
Conduct BLT sessions early in the morning soon after waking up
Start with 30-minute BLT sessions. Adjust each session in 5-minute increments based on the response.
Do not conduct the session beyond 12 pm in case you miss a session in the morning. This will have an effect on your sleep schedule.
Also, do not miss the light therapy sessions consecutively for 2-3 days as the beneficial effects of light therapy are eliminated.
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We live in modern society. Thus, the work timings and social demands in modern society have a negative impact on the performance as well as the well-being of a large proportion of the population.
Such a negative impact occurs due to an asymmetry between the internal timing of the human body and the external timing of the natural environment. This asymmetry exists due to a huge gap between preferred and actual sleep timing at an individual level.
The results of such an asymmetry are quite severe. These may include:
Shifted rhythms in physiological and psychological parameters
Significant changes in mood and level of alertness
Impaired performance during early hours in case of night owls and the opposite in early risers
Hindrances in performance, confusion, and sleepiness after waking up in the morning or sleep inertia
Remember, that the work and social demands of modern society create severe challenges for both the extreme cases i.e. early risers and night owls.
One of the challenges includes experiencing the high intensity of sleep inertia. Sleep inertia is the transient period after sleep. The intensity of sleep inertia in an individual depends on the sleep timing and the sleep phase upon awakening.
However, the fundamental factor impacting the intensity of sleep inertia is the preceding amount of sleep. Thus, people who are sleep deprived have an increased level of sleep inertia. Further, lack of morning light may also increase sleep inertia. This is because the phase-advancing stimulus of morning light is absent.
Thus, in modern society, it is very important to reduce the impact of sleep inertia. This is because the modern world demands alertness and high performance in the early morning.
Here comes the sunrise alarm clocks. So, let’s understand what is a sunrise alarm clock and some of the best sunrise alarm clocks of 2022.
What Are Sunrise Alarm Clocks?
Sunrise Clocks are also called Light Alarm Clocks. These sunrise or dawn simulation alarm clocks have advanced ‘the sun rising or sunset simulation’ technology. This technology mimics a natural sunrise or sunset.
Thus, the sunrise alarm clock gradually increases the light intensity and thus, gently prepares your body to wake up at a selected time in the morning. In other words, the sunrise clock mimics the gradually increasing light of the sunrise so that you wake up naturally.
Likewise, the dawn simulation light decreases the light intensity and thus, gently prepares your body to sleep at a selected time at night.
In other words, the gradually increasing light simulates the natural light and hence would brighten up slowly to wake you up gently. In other words, the dawn simulation light mimics the gradually decreasing light of the sunset so that you wake up naturally.
As we already know, human beings are naturally adapted to wake up to the rising sun and sleep at the sunset. So, the simulated sunrise while waking up can give your body a gentle and natural boost in the morning. While the simulated sunset while sleeping can relax your body so that you have a comfortable sleep at night.
Remember, your eyes are more sensitive to light in the early morning hour than when you are awake. So, relatively low light levels of a simulated natural sunrise during that period prepares your body for waking up and getting alert.
Thus, a sunrise clock is a great way to wake up in the morning. This is because you feel fresh and all set to go.
Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks
There are many brands selling sunrise alarm clocks having varied features. However, it becomes really challenging to decide as to which sunrise alarm clock is best or what is the best wake-up alarm clock?
Thus, here are the sunrise alarm clock reviews or daylight alarm clock reviews in order to help you choose the one that suits your needs the best. So, you can choose the one that suits your needs and then buy sunrise alarm clock on amazon.
This is one of the top sunrise alarm clocks encompassing a wake-up light with a sunrise simulation. It is a wake-up light radio alarm clock designed specifically for heavy sleepers. Plus, it has a simulation light that increases in intensity gradually and incorporates 7 natural sounds.
The simulation light turns on 30 minutes before the time when the alarm is set. In addition to this, the brightness of the simulation light increases gradually beginning from 10% and reaching to full 100%.
You can also reduce the time for the process of light simulation to start in case you feel that 30 minutes is too long. Thus, the very intent behind the light simulation is to help you wake by nature.
And to top it all, there are 7 different color-changing lights for you to choose from. These colors include blue, indigo, purple, red, orange, yellow, and green. Additionally, the light alarm clock has a 3 Level LED time display brightness plus an adjustable 20 Level lighting brightness.
Besides this, the light alarm clock features a dual alarm and snooze functionality. Therefore, you can set two different alarms as per your need or any other member of your family. Plus, the snooze functionality allows you an extra sleep time of 9 minutes so that you can start your day fresh.
So to switch on the snooze feature, all you need to do is press the “Snooze” button at the top of your sunrise alarm clock. Not only this, you can turn on snooze up to five times at a given point in time.
In addition to this, the Jall Wake Up Light alarm clock also features an FM radio. And to switch it on, you just need to press the ‘Radio’ button on the upper right of the clock. Remember to hold the radio button for two seconds to switch it on and automatically scan all the stations with frequencies 76 – 108 MHz.
You can also use the Jall light alarm clock as a side table lamp by pressing the light icon button on the upper left of the clock.
One of the smartest products that the Dutch Multinational Conglomerate offers is the Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light. Why smartest? It’s because the Philips wake-up lights are clinically proven.
In other words, the physicians and pharmacists recommend Philips Wake-Up lights to develop a healthy sleep and wake routine. Thus it is one of the best alarm clock with sunrise simulation.
The Philips Wake-Up light personalizes your sleeping and waking-up experience through its sunset and sunrise feature. The intuitive dimming light display during sunset prepares your body to fall asleep. While, the colored sunrise simulation using a combination of light and sound wakes you up in a more natural way, unlike the traditional alarm clock.
Furthermore, Philips Light Alarm Clock is one of the best sunrise sunset alarm clocks proven to give you an easy and energetic wake-up. Plus, it has also proven to enhance your mood in the morning.
Again, this is a wake-up light radio alarm clock that comes with certain other smart features. These include FM radio, tap snooze, a choice of 5 natural wake-up sounds, and an automatic dimmable display. Also, you can use it as a bedside reading lamp with 10 brightness settings.
The LB01 Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock from LBell is one of the most sought-after alarm clocks with sunrise simulation and sleep aid. This is also a wake-up light radio alarm clock.
Sunrise Simulation is similar to a sunrise. In other words, the wake-up light incorporated in the sunrise alarm clock gradually changes the color as well as brightness. The color changes from dark red to bright yellow and such a change happens before the alarm clock goes off.
Whereas, the sleep aid feature in the alarm clock simulates natural sunset. How? Well, you can set the brightness, duration, sleep music, and volume beforehand. Thus, when sunset comes, the light gradually dims along with the music. This helps you to fall asleep quickly.
Further, the sleep aid feature will turn off automatically the moment light achieves the level that you had set in advance.
Plus, the upgraded wake-up light inside the clock incorporates some advanced features. These include setting the lighting time, lighting brightness, and alarm volume. Moreover, this clock is more user-friendly with regard to your different needs.
Further, the LBell’s sunrise alarm clock also features 7 different colors of light and 20 levels of warm light. Thus, you can use the clock for a night light or reading light. Besides this, you can even use it during occasions or as decor to create a great experience.
And the additional features that make LBell’s sunrise alarm clock different include FM radio, a USB Port, and a dual alarm clock feature.
To turn on the FM radio, all you need to do is to long-press the FM button for a minimum of 2 seconds. Subsequently, the radio will start and automatically scan all the stations. Note that the clock can save up to 40 channels. Plus, you can also set the radio to the alarm clock as well as the sleep aid sound. So wake up in the morning and sleep at night with your radio turned on automatically.
In addition to this, the USB port at the back of the alarm clock allows you to charge your phone and other sets of devices while using the alarm clock.
Further, you do not have to worry about setting multiple alarms as the alarm clock features the functionality of setting different alarms. Therefore, you can either set one alarm for weekdays and the other for the weekends. Or, you can set one alarm for yourself and the other one for your partner or spouse.
Also, LBell’s wake-up light sunrise alarm clock also offers 7 different natural sounds to set up the alarm clock. Plus, its snooze function allows you to take an extra sleep of 9 minutes.
This is one of the other remarkable Philips light sunrise alarm clocks. It incorporates a natural wake-up light that simulates sunrise. Further, its color changes from yellow to bright yellow.
Plus, the Wake-Up Light alarm clock also exudes sound that gradually increases in volume to complete the wake-up experience. Thus, the gradual increase in the intensity of light and sound makes you feel more refreshed in the morning.
You can even personalize the brightness with 10 light intensities. Additionally, the alarm clock features certain smart functionalities that make it unique. These include the snooze functionality and using the alarm clock as a reading lamp.
Plus, the wake-up light is clinically proven as well as proven to give you easy and energetic mornings accompanied by a good mood.
The Sunrise Alarm Clock with A80S Smart Wake Up Light is an exquisite product from the house of HeimVision. What makes this modern alarm clock unique is the Alexa Voice Controlling functionality.
This means you can exercise intelligent control on the alarm clock with the support of Amazon Alexa Echo. For this, you just need to connect your smartphone to the “Smart Lift‘ app and give a simple voice command to Alexa for controlling the alarm clock.
Further, like every other sunrise alarm clock, the HeimVision’s Sunrise Alarm Clock incorporates a wake-up light. You can use this light to set regular wake-up and bedtimes. Besides this, the light incorporates sunrise and sunset simulation.
Sunrise simulation means a gradual increase in light intensity just like a natural sunrise. That is, the wake-up light mimics the sunrise to enable you to wake up more naturally.
On the other hand, the sunset simulation means gradual dimming of the light to your set duration. In other words, the wake-up light mimics a sunset to enable you to feel relaxed and sleep effortlessly.
In addition to this, Heimvision’s wake-up alarm clock incorporates 7 different kinds of alarm clock sounds. Plus, it comes loaded with an FM radio feature that allows you to add any channel’s sound as your new alarm clock sound.
Additionally, the sunrise alarm clock also features the considerate snooze function thus allowing the heavy sleepers an extra 15 minutes of sleep. This allows people who take some extra time to prepare themselves for the day ahead.
So, if you are a heavy sleeper, all you need to do is switch on the Snooze button to enjoy a prolonged wake-up sleeping.
Last but not the least, Heimvision’s wake-up light alarm clock has an outstanding built-in speaker with a volume range delivering three different soothing natural sounds. These soothing sounds act as a defense against the disturbing noise at night. Thus, you feel relaxed and are able to sleep more comfortably.
As the name suggests, this is a battery-operated sunrise alarm clock from Philips SmartSleep. It is a light therapy lamp and one of the best wake-up sunrise alarm clocks.
As per research, Light Therapy Lamps and sunrise alarm clocks enhance your level of energy, sleep, and overall wellbeing.
Thus, this is a wake-up light therapy alarm clock that mimics natural sunrise and sunset. The feature of Sunrise Simulation gradually increases the light intensity during dawn for you to wake up naturally with colored sunrise.
Likewise, it is one of the best dawn simulator alarm clocks that incorporates the Sunset Simulation feature. This feature gradually dims the light intensity during sunset for you to fall asleep with new relaxed breathing functionality.
Further, it’s an easy-to-use natural sun alarm clock incorporating some of the advanced features. These include exuding seven different natural sounds, an FM Radio feature, defending against white noise, and an enhanced power backup.
Plus, the Philips sun lamp alarm clock also comes with a USB port and an AUX Dock. Thus, you can easily charge your mobile devices by simply connecting the devices through the USB port. Also, you can plug in your speaker to the AUX Dock to enjoy your own music.
This one is again a lithium battery-operated sunrise alarm clock from the house of Home Labs. It’s a wake-up sunrise alarm clock having a warm LED inside. The LED gradually brightens thirty minutes before the alarm time. Thus, such a function allows you to wake up gently in the morning.
Likewise, it is also one of the best dawn simulator alarm clocks that features a sleep timer with sunset simulation. The sunset simulation feature gently dims the light during sunset for you to relax and sleep well. Plus, you can also use it as a night lamp for reading or simply lighting the room.
Plus, it’s a modern alarm clock for heavy sleepers. How? Well, the wake-up light gradually increases in intensity along with your choice of nature-inspired sounds. Therefore, it gives you a pleasant experience while starting your day.
Additionally, this gentle light alarm clock also features an easy-to-use snooze button to stop the alarm and turn off the light. Plus, you get an extra sleep of 5 minutes so that you can start your day fresh.
Besides this, the HomeLabs Sunrise Alarm Clock has 8 colorful light options emitting vibrant colors like green, red, blue, purple, or yellow. Additionally, the clock also has the FM Clock Radio.
One of the best light wake-up alarm clocks is the Lumie Bodyclock Rise 100. It’s a Wake-Up Alarm clock with sunrise and sunset simulation.
The sunrise feature mimics nature’s sunrise and wakes you up naturally with light. The intensity of the light gradually increases over a 30-minute period. As a result, it wakes you up naturally at your alarm time when the light is the brightest.
In fact, you can customize the light intensity as per your need and wake up in a room brightly lit with warm glowing light.
Thus, Lumie Bodyclock wakes you up gradually and more effectively with a glowing light. This is unlike the traditional sound alarm clock that wakes you up abruptly. Furthermore, the Bodyclock makes you alert and ready for the day the moment you are awake.
In addition to this, the sunrise simulation feature also helps in resetting your biological clock that maintains your daily circadian rhythms or wake-sleep cycle.
Additionally, the Bodyclock also features the sunset simulation functionality. Accordingly, the intensity of light fades away during sunset, just like the natural sunset. Thus, the fading light releases the sleep hormone melatonin and hence prepares your body for sleep.
Besides this, the wake-up light alarm clock also features an optional alarm beep and a snooze button.
One of the other alarm clocks that wake you up with light is the FITFORT’S Wake-Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock.
The natural light alarm clock features intelligent sunrise and sunset simulation. The sunrise simulation features increase the light’s intensity gradually starting from 10% to 100%. Thus, the color of the wake-up light changes from a gentle red to bright sunlight.
Whereas, the sunset simulation feature does exactly the opposite. Accordingly, the intensity of light gradually reduces from 100% to 0%, thereby mimicking the real sunset.
Plus, the wake-up light has seven colors and seven natural sounds to suit your waking-up and sleeping needs.
Also, the FITFORT Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock features a snooze button that allows you to have 9-minutes of extra sleep. So, you need not worry in case you take extra minutes to wake up even after the original alarm.
Besides this, you can even customize the wake-up light’s brightness as per your need.
If this is not enough, the FITFORT’s Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock also has a USB port for you to charge your mobile devices.
Plus, the clocks offers two sets of alarms. You can either set one alarm for weekdays and the other for the weekends. Or, you can set one alarm for yourself and the other one for your spouse or your child in case you have different waking-up times.
And to personalize your waking-up and sleeping experience all the more, the sunrise alarm clock also has an FM radio. This allows you to wake up with your favorite radio show or helps you to sleep at night.
One of the best gradual light alarm clocks with white noise is the Hatch Restore Sunrise Alarm Clock. This wake-up light alarm clock offers you a unique combination of soothing sounds, white noise, and glowing lights that enhances your mood anytime.
Thus, the custom sunrise feature helps you to wake up naturally as the gradually increasing light supports the healthy cortisol levels.
Additionally, the Hatch Restore is a smart sleep assistant that helps you to fall asleep and wake-up fresh in the morning. The Hatch Restore includes a free trial of the Hatch Premium App. You can subscribe to the app in case you want to access an ever-growing library of content. The content includes meditations, sleep stories, soundscapes, and much more that relax your mind and prepare your body for sleep.
Thus, Hatch Restore sets your wake-up and sleep routine at place. You can even set the wake-up time, alarm sound, and sunrise color as per your need. As a result, the Restore will mimic the natural sunrise so that you can wake up gently and not abruptly. This makes it easier for you to go out of bed with more energy.
Finally, you can control the Hatch Restore Sunrise Alarm Clock either using the soft-touch buttons or via a free companion app.
The Wake-Up Lights from Philips are clinically tested. As a result, the Philips Wake-Up light helps you to get out of bed gently and prepares your body for a comfortable sleep.
The Philips Somneo is one such Sleep and Wake-Up Light Therapy Lamp that comes loaded with easy to use premium features. It is a smartphone-enabled light therapy lamp and a sunrise alarm clock that creates the ideal sleeping and waking up environment in your room. Such an environment is created using a built-in bedroom sensor.
As the name suggests, the built-in AmbiTrack sensor measures your bedroom’s temperature, noise, light, and the level of humidity. Accordingly, the sensor suggests recommendations pertaining to the room environment to enable you to have a better sleep.
Plus, the RelaxBreathe light-guided breathing program helps you to fall asleep comfortably and wake-up naturally to a simulated sunrise.
In addition to this, the wake-up light therapy lamp gives you full control as you can set the alarm, light intensity, sound, and color of the sunrise as per your need. All you need to do is download the SleepMapper app and customize the features via a click of a button.
Also, to make the sleeping and waking experience extremely easy and comfortable, the therapy lamp comes loaded with certain premium features. These include FM radio, power back up, USB mobile phone charging, AUX dock with quality speaker, full dim clock and smart touch display.
Another wake-up light and sunrise alarm clock that helps you wake up in the sunrise is the TITIROBA Wake-Up light and Sunrise Simulation Alarm Clock.
It’s an extremely user-friendly wake-up light alarm clock incorporating a sleek design and easy one-off setting operations.
Just like other sunrise clocks, the TITIROBA Wake-Up light clock comes with the sunrise and sunset simulation feature.
Accordingly, the sunrise feature simulates the natural dawn via an ideal therapy lamp and a natural sound. Thus, it enables you to wake-up gradually and beat the morning blues.
The sunrise simulation process starts 10 minutes to 60 minutes before the preset wake up time. Further you can customize the light upto 20 levels, volume up to 16 levels, and sounds upto 7. Plus, you can even set your favorite radio show in place of the natural sound in case you wish to wake-up listening to it. And you need to press the snooze button in case you want to sleep for those extra minutes.
Likewise, the clock’s sunset feature simulates the real sunset that relaxes your body and helps you to sleep. The sunset simulation takes between 10 minutes to 120 minutes before it completely vanishes. Plus, you can set natural sounds as well as FM radio along with the sunset simulation. This will help you to get rid of issues like sleeplessness.
Besides using it as a sunrise and sunset alarm clock, you can also use it as a night lamp for reading or as a night light. In addition to this, the alarm clock allows you to set dual alarms in case your partner needs a separate alarm. You can even set one alarm for the weekdays and the other for the weekends.
And you do not have to take the pains of charging your phone separately as the TITIROBA sunrise alarm comes with a 5V/2A USB port for charging your phone.
Another Philips sunrise alarm clock that wakes you up naturally is the Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510. It’s a light therapy lamp and a sunrise clock that enhances your sleep quality, overall energy levels, and well-being. Plus, it’s one of the best night light alarm clocks.
To set the Philips Wake-Up light alarm clock, you need to choose between a 12-hour and 24-hour clock. Then, you can adjust the time accordingly.
Further, this clinically proven wake-up light has a sunrise and sunset simulation feature. A soft UV-free light with up to 300-lux illuminance gradually comes on 30 minutes before alarm time. In other words, the light increases in intensity as your selected time approaches.
In addition to this, the wake-up light also comes incorporated with an FM radio. Thus, you can either wake-up listening to your favorite radio show or to one of the preset natural sounds.
Plus, it also offers a snooze function in case you want that extra sleep of 9 minutes.
Likewise, the sunset simulation feature dims the light gradually and gives you 20 brightness settings to control the light’s illuminance. Thus, the dimming of light relaxes your body and prepares it for a comfortable sleep.
Additionally, you can use this wake-up light as a bedside lamp for reading or use it as a night lamp. It is perfect for a night lamp as the Wake-Up Light is designed with rubber and anti-slip feet. This, the light sits securely on your nightstand.
Furthermore, this Philips wake-up light is quite user-friendly as you can use easy-to-use touch keys on top of the lamp to access any of the features.
The TIYOON store presents the wake-up light and a table alarm clock that incorporates bluetooth speakers to make your waking-up experience as natural as possible.
This wake-up speaker lamp is a 12 hour digital alarm clock that uses natural sounds to wake you up gently every morning. In addition to this, it comes with easy-to-hit clock button so that you can pause the alarm as well as music.
In fact, the Tiyoon Wake-Up clock gives you much more control as you can even customize the lighting time, lighting brightness and alarm volume as per your need.
Plus,it features 5 colorful light modes that generate a warm light so that you and your baby can have a good night sleep. And to enhance your sleep quality further, the wake-light clock incorporates a disturbance free mode from 10:00pm to 7:00am. This mode is enabled by default and all the prompt sounds on your device are muted except the alarm clock feature.
In addition to this, the TIYOON wake-up light comes loaded with a wireless bluetooth 5.0 speaker. So, you can connect your phone, iPad, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices to play music of your choice.
Additionally, you can use this colorful and aesthetically appealing alarm clock as a piece of decor for your living room, bedroom, or study.
Every new piece from Lumie’s Bodyclock series of wake-up light alarm clocks comes with enhanced features that make your waking up experience all the more natural.
This one is the Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 that will wake you up to a much more brighter and natural environment. Waking-up to light is the most effective way to anchor your biological clock to your wake-up time.
Thus, the Bodyclock Shine 300 sunrise simulation feature allows you to set the duration of sunrise between 15 minutes to 90 minutes. So instead of a jolted start to the day, you wake up gradually and naturally at your alarm time. It is because at your alarm time, the light is at its brightest. Thus, it helps you to feel awake and ready for the day.
Further, you can change the final light intensity and choose a sound or a radio station of your choice in case you need an additional alarm to wake up.
Likewise, this natural light alarm clock also features a sunset simulation feature. This feature simulates the natural sunset. Accordingly, the wake-up light fades away gradually over a duration of 20, 30, or 45 minutes.
As mentioned above, the fading light makes you naturally feel drowsy. This is because it signals your body that its time to release the sleep hormone melatonin. Additionally, you can even listen to a soothing natural sound or your favorite FM show to have a more relaxed sleep.
The Heimvision Sunrise is one of the best daylight alarm clocks inspired by natural sunrise and sunset. Further, this compelling wake up with the sun alarm clock is a best budget wake up light.
It comprises both the sunrise and sunset simulation features that prepare your body to wake-up as well as sleep naturally. The sunrise simulation feature mimics the natural sunrise as the light of the clock decreases in its intensity gradually. It begins with a soft red glimmer and then slowly turns into a bright yellow light.
To make the experience more natural and gentle, the Heimvision sunrise alarm clock plays a natural sound or your favorite FM radio station during the sunrise. Thus, it makes you feel fresh and ready for the day ahead.
Likewise, the sunset simulation feature gradually decreases the light’s intensity. Thus, the fading light relaxes your mind and helps you to relieve the day’s stress. Plus, you can use the built speaker for generating natural sounds. These sounds produce white noise and weaken the disturbing noises at might. Thus, you get a comfortable and a good night’s sleep.
Additionally, the clock incorporates a dual alarm feature. So, you can set two separate alarms. Thus, you do not have to worry in case your spouse or your children have a different wake-up schedules.
And in case you need an extra 9-minute sleep in order to feel fresh during the day, you just need to press the snooze button.
Also, the Heimvision sunrise alarm gives you full control as you have 7 natural sounds, 7 colors, and 20 dimmers to choose from.
Another Lumie Bodyclock that makes to our list of sunrise alarm reviews is the Lumie Bodyclock Active 250. It’s a semi-circle shaped battery operated sunrise alarm clock simulating a natural sunrise. The 42 W SES halogen wake-up light gradually increases in intensity over 15, 20, 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes. Thus, it wakes you naturally with a sunrise that gradually brightens.
Likewise, the gradual light alarm clock mimics a natural sunset. Thus, the intensity of light decreases signalling your body to wind down and sleep.
Further, this is a white noise sunrise alarm clock. Thus, it offers 6 different sound effects including white noise, rooster call and crashing waves as well as a digital FM tuner. These white noises and wave sounds would help lull you to sleep at the end of the day.
Further, its a perfect sunrise alarm clock for those who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or winter blues. They can use it both as a dawn simulation and bright light therapy to kick off their day with good energy levels.
In addition to this, the Lumie Bodyclock Active 250 offers a nightlight feature as well as a security option. Accordingly, the wake-up light will turn the light on while you are not at home or are away from your room.
But what makes this Lumie Bodyclock unique is that it offers display in seven different languages. This besides other advanced features like an FM radio, snooze button, and a power backup.
This is a clinically proven philips smartsleep sleep and wake up light therapy lamp which is one of the top rated sunrise alarm clocks.
It’s a wake up with the sun alarm clock that simulates the natural sunrise and wakes you up feeling more refreshed. This Philips sun clock increases the light intensity gradually turning yellow light to bright yellow.
To make the experience more natural, the white noise sunrise alarm clock incorporates an FM radio and 2 natural bird sounds. This makes you feel energetic and improves your overall functioning during the day.
In case you want to sleep for those extra 9 minutes, you simply need to tap the snooze button. Besides this, the clock also features a beep function to ensure that you wake up on time.
Additionally, you get to wield over this Philips sun clock as you can personalize the level of brightness with 10 light intensities.
This one is a bluetooth sunrise alarm clock from the house of Uplayteck. It’s a light therapy lamp alarm clock that uniquely combines Wake-up Alarm Clock, Colorful Lights and Bluetooth Speaker in one.
Thus, the 5 color light modes, 4 brightness levels, and 3 natural sounds offer you as well as your child the perfect environment to wake up naturally. So, wake up to the surreal sounds pumping out through advanced bluetooth V5.0 technology wireless speaker.
Thus, the advanced bluetooth speaker allows you to connect a maximum distance of 393.7 inch/ 10m. Plus, the speaker streams out a crisp treble, detailed mid, and resonating bass that makes your waking as well as sleeping experience completely natural.
So, to get such an experience, all you need to do is simply connect the smart alarm clock with your smart phone, iPad, laptop, PC and other bluetooth-enabled devices.
Besides the sunrise simulation feature, you can use this light therapy wake up lamp as a night lamp as well.
Further, the night mode offers you a sound sleep due to its default disturbance free mode that gets enabled from 10 pm and continues till 7 am. As a result, all the beep sounds on the device are muted apart from the alarm clock function.
Now, the uniqueness of this wake-up light alarm clock lies in playing the music as well as the standby time. Thus, the clock supports music playing up to 10h. Plus, it supports super long standby time up to 160 hours.
One of the other best smart wake up alarm clocks is the one offered by Homagical. The battery operated sunrise alarm clock offers intelligent sunrise and sunset simulation.
Accordingly, the sunrise simulation feature gradually increases the illumination of light just like the natural sunrise. This allows your body to wake up gently and not jolted. The color of the light changes from gentle red to a bright sunlight within a duration of 10 minutes to 60 minutes.
Thus, the intensity of light begins from 10% and reaches 100% before your actual alarm time. This means the light is the brightest while you wake up.
In case you need to have that extra nap of 9 minutes, the small sunrise clock offers the Snooze button. All you need to do is simply press it and you can actually do it 5 times in total.
Plus, the Homagical wake-up light offers the dual alarm feature as well. So you can either have one alarm for the weekdays and one for the weekends. Or you can put one alarm for yourself and the other for your partner or your children in case you have different waking up schedules.
In addition to this, you can modify the brightness up to 20 levels, change up to 7 colors, and have 3 modes of LED time display brightness. Thus, you can personalize your waking and sleeping experience the way you like.
Likewise, one of the best budget wake up light also mimics the natural sunset. Accordingly, the light alarm clock dims from 100% to 0% over a period starting from 10 minutes till 120 minutes. Thus, the dimming light relaxes your body and helps you to fall asleep better.
In addition to using it as a sunrise and sunset simulation alarm cock, you can even use it as a bedside night lamp. Switch it on while you are reading at night, or simply use it as a night light.
And some of the premium features of the Homagical Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock include 5V/2A USB output interface, 7 Natural Sounds, and an FM Radio.
FAQs
1. How Do I Set the Time On My Sunrise Alarm Clock?
Your wake-up alarm clock displays the time digitally in numbers along with the modes that you have selected. Plus, it also displays the AM and the PM icons according to the specific time during the day or at night respectively.
Along with this, you also have a ‘Current Time’ button. This button is used to set the time on your small sunrise alarm clock.
Thus, the first step to set the time on your sunrise alarm clock is to insert the battery at the back of your clock. The type of battery that must be inserted should be such as recommended in your sunrise alarm clock manual.
Once you insert the battery, the next step is to hold the “Current Time” button until the hour time begins to blink. After the hour time gets displayed on your wake-up light alarm clock, you need to use the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons to adjust the hour time in the clock.
Then, press the “Current Time” button again to confirm the hour time. Subsequently, you can move on to the minutes. Again, use the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons to adjust the minutes in the clock.
Finally, press the “Current Time” button again to set the time on your sunrise alarm clock.
2. How Does a Sunrise Alarm Clock Work?
The next question that you might be having is “Do sunrise alarm clocks actually work? And if they do, then how?
Research studies indicate that gradually increasing artificial light sunrise before the sounding of an alarm in a sunrise alarm clock lowers the subjective ratings of sleep inertia. Furthermore, it also improves the general well-being of an individual. The general well-being of an individual comprises of parameters like waking up quality, easy rising, energy, mood, social interactions, concentration, and productivity.
But how does this happen? For this, we need to understand the science behind the sunrise alarm clocks.
Sleep Stages
Our sleep has different stages that cycle throughout the night in predictable patterns. Now, your productivity and sleep quality depend on your total sleep time. In addition to this, it also depends on the amount of sleep you get each night as well as the timing of your sleep stages.
Further, your brain and body functions remain active throughout sleep. In addition to this, each sleep stage is connected to a specific type of brain wave.
Now, there are two basic types of sleep: Rapid Eye-Movement Sleep (REM sleep) and Non-REM sleep (with three different stages).
I. Non-REM Sleep
1. Stage-1 Non-REM Sleep
Typically, your sleep begins with Non-REM sleep. Thus, in Stage-1 Non-REM sleep, you sleep lightly. As a result, noises or other disturbances can awaken you quite easily. Furthermore, the following are the changes that occur during the first stage of sleep.
eyes move slowly,
muscles are relaxed, and
Heart, as well as breathing rates, start slowing down
2. Stage-2 Non-REM sleep
The next stage that you enter is Stage-2 Non-REM sleep. During this stage of sleep, the brain waves slow down. However, there are occasional bursts of raid waves. So, you spend about half the night in this stage.
3. Stage-3 of Non-REM sleep
Subsequently, you enter Stage-3 of Non-REM sleep. During this stage, your brain waves slow down all the more. Plus, your brain generates Delta Waves that are extremely slow waves.
It is important to note that Stage-3 is a stage of extremely deep sleep. Thus, it is quite challenging for you to get awakened during this stage of sleep. Such deep sleep is considered restorative sleep and such sleep is mandatory to have a high quality sleep. Furthermore, the restorative stage of sleep is essential to feel energetic during the day.
II. REM Sleep
Then comes the REM Sleep. During REM sleep, your eyes move rapidly in various directions. This is despite the fact that your eyelids stay closed.
In addition to this, your breathing becomes more rapid, irregular, and shallow. Plus, your heart rate and blood pressure increase. Remember, dreaming usually happens during the REM Sleep stage.
Typically, you enter the stage of REM Sleep after an hour to an hour and a half after falling asleep.
Subsequently, the sleep stages repeat continuously while you sleep. Thus, as you sleep, the REM Sleep time gets longer. Whereas, the Stage-3 Non-REM Sleep time gets shorter.
Eventually, about most of your sleep time is spent in Stages 1 and 2 of Non-REM Sleep and in REM Sleep.
So, a good alarm clock will wake you up irrespective of the stage of sleep you are into. However, ignoring the stage of sleep you are into while waking up and hence waking up at a particular time causes sleep inertia.
What is Sleep Inertia and Why It Is Important?
Sleep inertia is the transient period after sleep. The intensity of sleep inertia in an individual depends on the sleep timing and the sleep phase upon awakening.
However, the fundamental factor impacting the intensity of sleep inertia is the preceding amount of sleep. Thus, people who are sleep deprived have an increased level of sleep inertia.
Say, for instance, you wake up quite early at your non-optimal circadian phase during workdays. Plus, you have also been sleep-deprived during the previous working days. Thus, all of this will have a harmful impact on your body and will cause severe sleep inertia.
Further, lack of morning light during winter days may also increase sleep inertia. This is because the phase-advancing stimulus of morning light is absent.
Thus, in modern society, it is very important to reduce the impact of sleep inertia. This is because the modern world demands alertness and high performance in the early morning.
The work timings and social demands in modern society have a negative impact on the performance as well as the well-being of a large proportion of the population.
Such a negative impact occurs due to an asymmetry between the biological timing of the human body and the external timing of the natural environment. This asymmetry exists due to a huge gap between preferred and actual sleep timing at an individual level. And this phenomenon is called Social Jetlag.
What is Social Jetlag?
Social Jetlag refers to the difference between the actual and the preferred sleep timing of an individual arising due to an asymmetry between the biological and the actual timing of an individual.
As we already know, humans have a 24-hour sleep-wake cycle. Further, both circadian rhythms and homeostatic processes control this sleep-wake cycle.
However, every individual has his own preferred time of sleeping. Thus, this results in a huge gap between preferred and actual sleep timing at an individual level.
The individuals who are extremely early risers go to bed early as well as wake up early, specifically on non-working days. However, the late risers do exactly the opposite.
But, the work and social demands of modern society create a lot of challenges for both the extreme risers in the form of social jetlag.
Further, the amount of social jetlag has a significant correlation with mental distress and unhealthy behaviors such as smoking and consuming alcohol.
Impact of Social Jetlag
The following are the effects of increased social jetlag on the early as well as the late risers:
Shifted rhythms in physiological and psychological parameters
Significant changes in mood and level of alertness
Impaired performance during early hours in case of late chronotypes and the opposite in early chronotypes
Hindrances in performance, confusion, and sleepiness after waking up in the morning or sleep inertia
Furthermore, social jetlag has a significant correlation with mental distress and unhealthy behaviors such as smoking and consuming alcohol.
There are two hormones that help you to sleep. These include adenosine and melatonin. Adenosine builds up in your blood while you are awake.
Then, while you sleep, your body breaks down adenosine. Thus, a good level of adenosine in your body can help you to sleep when needed.
However, the other hormone that helps you to get sleep is Melatonin. This hormone makes you feel sleepy naturally at night. Thus, Melatonin is a hormone that is a part of your internal biological clock.
The biological clock is the one that controls when you feel sleepy and your sleep patterns.
What is Biological Clock?
The Biological Clock refers to a small bundle of cells inside your brain that work throughout the day and night.
The stimuli in the internal as well as the external environment including light received through your eyes control such brain cells.
Accordingly, your biological clock activates your body to generate Melatonin that prepares your brain and body for sleep.
So, you will feel extremely drowsy as Melatonin gets released. Thus, you might have noticed that you naturally feel most tired between midnight and 7:am. Also, you may feel mildly sleepy between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. This is because it is during this period that Melatonin increases inside your body.
Remember, your biological clock allows you to be most useful during the daylight hours and the least effective during the early morning hours.
This is why many people perform best during the day and feel drowsy at work during the night.
The Light Wake-Up Alarm Clock
The Sunrise Alarm Clock is a more natural way of waking up relative to the sound-based alarm clock. It is because the human body is immensely sensitive to light as well as dark.
Thus, such an external stimulus triggers the hormones linked to wakefulness in a lighted environment and sleepiness in dark environments.
Now, the light-wake-up alarm clock has advanced ‘sun rising simulation’ technology in the form of an LED light. This technology mimics a natural sunrise.
In other words, the wake-up light gradually increases its intensity and gently prepares your body to wake up at a selected time in the morning. Unlike the traditional alarm clocks, the wake-up light alarm clock mimics the gradually increasing light of the sunrise so that you wake up naturally. Also, such a gradual way of waking up is in tune with your body’s biological clock.
Do Sunrise Alarm Clocks Really Work?
Light has a direct activating and alerting effect both at night and during the day. Thus, exposure to gradually increasing artificial wake-up light leads to a decrease in the level of sleep inertia in an individual. However, waking up in the dark increases the intensity of your sleep inertia.
So what is the mechanism that is at play that causes such an impact on your sleep quality and overall wellbeing?
This happens via a process called Phototransduction. Phototransduction is the process through which photons, elementary particles of light, are converted into electrical signals. Thus, visual phototransduction occurs in the retina through photoreceptors – the cells that are sensitive to light.
Thusl, the wake-up light of longer wavelengths transmits through your eyelids while they are closed when you are asleep. After transmission, the light reaches your eye’s retina that consists of rod cells, cone cells, and photosensitive retinal ganglion cells. The photosensitive retinal ganglion cells are called ipRCGs.
Thus, the light entering your eye gets converted into electrical signals in the rod cells, cone cells, and photosensitive retinal ganglion cells of eye’s retina.
Further, these retinal cells are directly linked to the part of your brain that maintains the balance of your body’s circadian rhythm.
Thus, when light enters your eyelids while sleeping, it reaches the rod cells, cone cells, and the photosensitive retinal ganglion cells. These cells in turn convert the photons into electric signals. Such a process occurs via G-protein coupled receptors called opsins. This entire process is called visual phototransduction.
Is It Healthier To Wake Up Naturally?
Now, sunlight naturally signal your body that it’s time to wake up.
Thus, the gradually increasing light of your sunrise alarm clock prompts your body to reduce the production of sleep hormones such as melatonin. Simultaneously, it signals the body to increase the levels of hormones like cortisol that help you get up and go.
Thus, people suffering from SAD, experiencing winter months, or living in dark spaces can use a sunrise alarm clock. It is because it will help them to feel brighter and more energetic. That means, a fantastic start to the day.
Plus, the artificial dawn simulator alarm clock aligns your biological clock with the real sunrise and sunset.
Benefits of Light Wake-Up Alarm Clock
Reduces sleep inertia and improves the general wellbeing of an individual including sleep quality, concentration, mood, energy levels, etc.
A simulated dawn is more effective in treating Seasonal Affective Disorders (SAD)
Waking up in light enhances the level of alertness during the daytime
Allows you to wake up gradually instead of abruptly
Improves waking up quality, energy, mood, and makes getting out of bed easy
Aligns your sleeping and waking up patterns with your circadian rhythms
3. Are Light Alarm Clocks Worth It?
As per research, the wake-up light alarm clocks or the sunrise alarm clocks are a great way of waking up fresh and get going for the day.
This is because the wake-up light alarm clocks use the artificial dawn technology that mimics the natural sunrise. The LED light integrated into the wake-up light alarm clock gradually increases the intensity of the light. This gradual increase happens just before the alarm sets off.
Thus, the gradual increase in the intensity of light slowly prepares your body to wake up gently. It is similar to the way a natural sunrise wakes you up.
Thus, the wake-up light, just like the sunlight, enters your eyes through the eyelids even if they are closed while you are sleeping. After the light enters your eyes, it reaches the retina. The various cells in the retina convert the light signals in the form of photons to electric signals.
These electric signals are passed on to a region in your brain that controls your body’s circadian rhythms. This part of the brain activates the receptors that release the stress hormones called cortisol.
Thus, the release of such hormones leads to wakefulness and increased energy in your body. In addition to this, the artificial dawn reduces the sleep-inertia duration, its severity, and general wellbeing relative to the non–dawn simulation. The general well-being includes wake-up quality, easy rising, energetic feeling, mood after waking up, social interactions, concentration, and productivity.
However, the traditional alarm clock that wakes you up using a loud sound increasing your sleep inertia and its severity. This is because, unlike the wake-up light alarm clock, a sound-based alarm clock wakes you up abruptly. Thus, it goes against the natural process of waking up and hence has an impact on your health.
4. Which Lumie Clock is Best?
The best Lumie Light Clock is the Bodyclock Luxe 750 DAB. It is a Wake-Up Light alarm clock that also has an audio system including DAB+ radio, high-quality Bluetooth speakers, USB port, and 20 plus sleep/wake sounds.
It is a clinically proven sunrise alarm clock that enhances your sleep quality as well as awakening. In addition to this, it also makes you energetic, enhances your mood, and increases productivity during the day.
The Wake-Up Light inside the Lumie Bodyclock mimics the light as well as the color of a natural sunrise and sunset. Accordingly, the wake-up light starts increasing in intensity gradually and the sunrise duration is of 15 minutes to 90 minutes.
Plus, you can customize the duration of sunrise as well as the accompanying natural sound as per your needs.
Additionally, the Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 750 DAB comes with Bluetooth technology so that you can stream radio or your favorite music at high-quality audio. Besides this, the wake-up light also has an AUX port and a USB port for playing your favorite music or charging your phone.
Last, but not least, the Lumie Bodyclock also features a low-blue light for bedtime as it minimizes the alerting effect.
5. Is A Lumie Worth It?
Yes, a Lumie Light is worth it. It enables you to start your day with light and thus helps you to reset your biological clock in the most effective way. How?
Well, the Lumie Bodyclock increases the intensity of light gradually. Thus, it mimics the real sunrise. And this sunrise cycle starts some time before the actual alarm sets off.
As per research, waking up with gradual light enhances your mood, productivity, and level of energy during the day.
The gradually increasing light activates your cycle of hormones that prepare your body to wake up slowly and not abruptly. Plus it also fires up your metabolism and enhances the quality of sleep.
Additionally, you can sleep as per the phase of the circadian rhythm with its sunset feature. The light intensity reduces gradually and this helps to release melatonin in your brain.
Melatonin is a sleep hormone and thus the release of this hormone makes you drowsy and hence gets you ready for sleep. Just like the natural sunset, the light fades through pink, orange, and red colors.
Eventually, the wake-up light alarm clock either turns off or sustains a soft glow in case you have switched on the nightlight feature.
Therefore, this entire experience of sleeping and waking up with light allows you to have more regular sleep and wake patterns.
The bonus is that you can set the light intensity as well as the sound as per your own preference. And you can press the snooze button to get that extra sleep to start your day fresh.
Thus, Lumie Light is absolutely worth it. It makes your life simple and sets your wake-up and sleep patterns right.
6. What is a Wake-Up Light?
Wake-up light wakes you up naturally in the morning, unlike the traditional sound alarm clocks. It uses a unique combination of light and sound that increases in intensity just like the real sunrise. Thus, a wake-up light mimics the natural sunrise so that you feel more refreshed and get out of bed more easily.
In other words, a wake-up light is inspired by nature’s sunrise. It increases in its intensity gradually until your room gets filled with bright yellow light. Further, the gradually increasing light suppresses the sleep hormone melatonin and releases the stress hormone cortisol. Thus, it activates your body and makes you ready for the day ahead.
Besides the sunrise simulation feature, a wake-up light also has a sunset simulation feature. Again, the sunset simulation feature is a light therapy that is used before you sleep. The sunset simulation mimics the sunset. As a result, it releases the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin. Thus, the release of melatonin relaxes your body and prepares it for a comfortable sleep.
7. Are Wake Up Lights Good For You?
Yes, wake-up lights are goods for you as it makes waking up with gradually increasing light of overall better quality than waking up without light. The advanced sunrise simulation light technology gradually increases the intensity of light.
During the early morning, your eyes are more sensitive to light than when you are awake. Thus, the relatively low-intensity light of a simulated natural sunrise during that period prepares your body for waking up. Further, it makes you alert in the morning.
Besides this, there are a host of other benefits that make wake-up lights good for you.
For instance, wake-up light improves the overall energy levels of your body, makes waking up a lot easier, and also enhances your mood. Therefore, you feel more refreshed, alert, and ready for the day.
Further, to make the waking experience even more natural and personalized, the sunrise alarm clocks come with a number of natural sounds and a digital FM radio.
In addition to this, the wake-up lights also come with a USB port to charge your phone or to put the music of your own preference.
8. What Color LED Light is Best For Waking Up?
As per the National Sleep Foundation, “Opening your eyes to a bright, vibrant color can instantly boost your energy levels and make you feel more ready to get moving.”
This means bright white or yellow light is the ideal color LED light for waking up in the morning. Thus, a bright white or yellow wake-up light simulating the natural sunrise aligns your biological clock to the natural environment. This is because it signals your body to produce healthy stress releasing hormone cortisol.
Thus, the release of cortisol prepares your body to wake up naturally and keeps you alert for the day ahead.
17 Best Motivational Books of 2022 You Must Read
/in Relax /by Akanksha BajajWe all lack motivation at some point in our life. Life’s challenges and tough rides put us in a state where it gets difficult to pick ourselves up and get going. But a few words of motivation come to our rescue and help us to get back. As Zig Ziglar puts it “People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing. That’s why we recommend it daily.” And the ideal way to get your share of daily inspirational reading is to go through some of the best motivational books.
As one of the Cicero quotes says ” If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.
Thus, many famous authors like Mark Manson, Stephen R. Covey, etc have written some of the top inspirational books. These provide you with some valuable life lessons that motivate you and help you live a meaningful life.
Best Motivational Books
1. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck is one of the top motivational books by the bestselling author Mark Manson. In this book, Manson, in his straight-on-the-face, no-nonsense style of writing, gives you some important realizations that hit you hard. As you read chapter after chapter, you get to know the substandard beliefs that hold you back from leading a meaningful life. Apart from his foul-mouthed approach that shakes you up, the real-life stories he shares are eye-opening.
These are stories from his own life and some of the well-known personalities across the world. Through these, Mark brings forth the idea that none of them were without problems. But, what helped them live a fulfilling life despite such issues were the good values. In his book, he distinguishes good values from bad values.
As one of the Mark Manson quotes puts it “Our values determine the nature of our problems, and the nature of our problems determines the quality of our lives.
Further, he claims that happiness comes from solving problems and that the only thing that is certain is death.
This is a motivational book that you would want to keep by your bedside. This is to motivate you each time you feel weak, worthless, or hopeless about yourself and life in general.
2. The 48 Laws of Power
This is a book by Robert Greene, an international best-selling author who is also the author of the book ‘The Laws of Human Nature. The 48 Laws of Power lays out 48 laws that help individuals to have power over people and events. The author compares the greed for power that exists today with the power dynamic that was there in the cunning world of the old aristocratic court. He says that today’s world considers itself as the summit of fairness. However, bad emotions like envy, greed, hatred, lust, etc still spur within us. This is much like these old aristocratic courts. They too considered themselves to be the highest point of refinement and fairness. However, what simmered beneath were these dark emotions.
As one of the quotes by Niccolò Machiavelli mentioned in the book says “Any man who tries to be good all the time is bound to come to ruin among the great number who are not good. Some of the laws of power mentioned in the book are as follows:
Best Inspirational Books
3. Unfu*k Yourself: Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life
Unfuck Yourself is another best-selling motivational book for people who undergo a self-defeating monolog. So if you are out of those people who :
As per the author Gary John Bishop, we all engage in self-talk. In fact, it doesn’t matter if we are introverts or extroverts. We talk about a number of things to ourselves on a routine basis. As mentioned in this book, studies reveal that we have close to 50,000 thoughts each day. Given these numbers, the author asks us to ponder over the boatloads of things we say to ourselves but shouldn’t say or try to defeat.
Further, he also emphasizes that no doubt we cannot control these automatic thoughts from coming to us. But, we can certainly decide the amount of importance we need to give to various thoughts.
He further reveals that the current research in the fields of neuroscience and psychology. As per the studies, the kings of conversations we have with ourselves have a significant impact on the quality of our lives.
Self-Motivation Books
4. The Mountain Is You
The Mountain Is You is a book that makes you hopeful in times of hardships and distress. Brianna Wiest gives some amazing insights on why and when we self-sabotage and how we can avoid doing it. She provides some practical tools that help you to develop courage and get a deep understanding of why you are here. That is, get the courage and understanding to climb your own mountain.
According to Brianna, life is actually working for our best interest much like nature. Although, it may look as if we are only being offered alterations, difficulties, and hardships. Just like nature is most fertile at its boundaries where the climates interact. Similarly, we undergo a transformation when we are at our respective edges. These are these times in our life when we are compelled to move out of our comfort zone and recollect.
We no longer depend on our defense mechanisms to astray us from the problems we are experiencing. That’s when we may feel that we have hit a low in our lives. But, in reality, this is the time of self-awakening as we acknowledge our problems that were being ignored for a long time. In the words of Brianna, “the breakdown is often just the tipping point that precedes the breakthrough.
5. The Four Agreements
Four Agreements is a book that contains a behavioral code that is said to be founded on Toltec wisdom. Toltec wisdom promotes the idea to be free from beliefs that are responsible for one’s suffering and limitations. As per the Toltec wisdom, each one of us enters into agreements with ourselves, God, as well as others. It is through these agreements that we typically tend to say who we are, what we can do, and what we cannot.
Now, some of these agreements do not cause any issues with our routine functioning. While there are certain agreements that cause challenges for they instill fear which drains up a person’s emotional energy. Thus, as per the author Don Miguel Ruiz, one must do away with these agreements forced on oneself out of fear or societal obligations to be free and happy.
This book talks about the four important agreements that individuals should make to influence their happiness. These are as follows.
Best Motivational Audiobooks
6. Courage Is Calling
Courage Is Calling is one of the outstanding inspirational books by Ryan Holiday. In this, he introduces the four virtues that one needs for a good life. According to the ancient world, the four key virtues include courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom.
This book talks about Courage, the first virtue which is marked by bravery, sacrifice, honor, and fortitude.
In this book, Ryan Holiday quotes Marcus Aurelius who called virtues the touchstones of goodness. Our life is all about making choices between the virtues and the vices.
Further, these must be practiced by everyone, irrespective of their gender, strength, or nature. Taking about courage in this book, Ryan quotes Leo Tolstoy, who said the following quote about courage:
“There is no deed in this life so impossible that you cannot do it. Your whole life should be lived as a heroic deed.
Further, he says that courage is something that is valued the most. Yet, it is rarely found in people. Also, it exists in each one of us, infinite, and renewable. Yet, it remains rare because humans are afraid and want to go for something that is safe and convenient.
For instance, why fight ourselves? Instead, it must be left for people who are better trained and equipped for this. In addition to this, Ryan further holds that as per philosophers courage is not divided into categories like physical and mental courage. Courage is courage. It is sacrifice, determination, persistence, commitment, and truth. It is something others say you shouldn’t or cannot do.
7. Letting Go of Nothing
Letting Go Of Nothing is a book by Peter Russell is what you need on your path to spiritual growth. Russell is this book that beholds that it is the internal letting go of the attachment to thought and emotions that leads to spiritual awakening.
He puts it clearly that saints and Sufis in ancient times considered letting go necessary for spiritual awakening. From Islamic Sufis to saints in India and Buddhists, one needs to give up on everything material one could attach himself to. For instance, material possessions, rich food, home, comfort, sexuality, etc.
The main purpose behind giving up these worldly possessions was to starve one’s ego to death. But as per Peter Russell, giving up on material possessions didn’t really free them from their egoic sense of self. That is one way or the other, ego used to come back via some means.
That’s why Peter talks about letting go of something which is internal rather than external. He clarifies that one must focus on the inner dimension of giving up. This includes giving up on the attachment to thought and emotions. This is because it is these thoughts that compel us to perceive or rather misperceive reality.
These thoughts are nothing but narratives, that constant voices in our heads which are the basis of all complaints, expectations, regrets, etc. And these narratives, especially the ones that are repetitive, become the cause of all worry and anxiety.
8. The Power of Vulnerability
The Power of Vulnerability is an audiobook by the American professor and author Brené Brown that puts all her work together. Through this, she explains how being vulnerable can actually work in our favor and is actually the starting point of joy, love, a sense of belonging, and authenticity.
The vulnerability has a kind of stigma attached to it. Typically, being vulnerable is linked to being weak. This is because it is commonly associated with emotions like fear, shame, and uncertainty. However, as per Brown, being vulnerable helps us to give up on that shield that stops us from experiencing life and having opportunities to find our purpose.
According to Brown, being vulnerable to life, people, events, and whatever comes our way is not a sign of weakness but audacity. She says that we don’t want to feel disappointed, shameful, or experience sadness. That’s why we use defenses like cynicism, paralyzing ourselves against joy, and turning off our inclination to love.
But we as people forget that we give up on so much in the name of this self-defense. Through this book, she pleads readers to be whole-hearted by becoming aware of one’s vulnerability. In addition to this, she also teaches us how to be there, showing ourselves up instead of defending ourselves. In this audiobook, she breaks the myths attached to vulnerability and educates us about the strategies we use for self-defense. Additionally, she also teaches how to practice wholehearted living via stories in this six-hour-long audiobook.
Inspirational Audiobooks
9. The 5 AM Club
The 5 AM Club is a book by the best-selling author Robin Sharma. This is a book that is coming out of his experience and work of over 20 years. As the name goes, this book is about the morning routine that has enabled his clients to be productive. Not only this, but it has also helped them to live a healthy life and keep their serenity intact in this complicated world.
In this book, Robin Sharma reveals that there are so many people who have achieved outstanding results following the morning routine. In addition to this, they were able to feel alive and be happy.
The book reveals the struggle of two strangers who meet a tycoon. And this tycoon unknowingly becomes their mentor.
This book will give you an understanding of how the most successful people of the world start their mornings. Morning routines that lead to outstanding outcomes. In addition to this, this book will also help you know how you can find time for exercise and self-growth.
Inspirational Books Based on True Stories
10. Man’s Search for Meaning
Man’s Search for Meaning is a very famous book written by Victor Frankl, the Austrian neurologist who survived the death camp. The book covers personal experiences of unlimited prisoners told by Frankl who himself was a prisoner.
However, he survived the death camp and wrote this book that narrates the day-to-day life in a concentration camp that brings out the mind of an average prisoner.
This book is not about the suffering of great heroes. However, it is about sacrifices and the suffering of the unknown victims. As per Frankl, an outsider would think with emotion and pity about the likeness of people in a death camp.
And this is where he would go wrong. An outsider has no clue about the daily flight for existence that prisoners had to experience. This book explains the experience of the prisoners by the man who himself was a prisoner in the death camp without attaching personal bias as far as possible.
Inspirational Novels
11. The Artist’s Way
The Artist’s Way is a book by Julia Cameron who is called ‘The Queen of Change’ by The New York Times. She is acknowledged for starting a movement in 1992 that made the concept of creativity popular. People understood that unchaining one’s creative potential is what makes for a more meaningful life.
Additionally, it’s a book that serves you with a twelve-week course that tells you the process of winning back your creative self. It helps you get rid of the negative thought that most of us are conditioned for which says that we are not talented enough.
Accordingly, here the 12-week program starts with the most important tools for winning back your creative side. These include the Morning Pages and the Artist Date. Where the Morning Pages refer to the daily writing ritual, the Artist Date is the time you keep to grow your inner artist.
Further, she provides a host of exercises, activities, and motivates readers to read each chapter closely. Basically, this book is a step-by-step guide that will help you get rid of the artist’s block. This may include fear, jealousy, guilt, etc. At the same time, it gives you tools to replace these blocks with self-confidence and productivity.
Inspirational Biographies
12. Untamed
Untamed is a memoir written by the activist and the best-selling author Glennon Doyle. The book talks about the challenges women have to face to be themselves, given the conditioning and the social pressure. Women are always asked to keep their discontentment a secret. In the wake of being good mothers, partners, and daughters, women have been suppressing their feelings beneath cultural conditioning and years of substance abuse.
In this book, she expresses her own unhappiness when she realized she was a lesbian. However, she had to or rather was forced to bury this truth to make people around happy. However, she shares the journey of how she realized who she was and how she decided to quit being good to please others. How she chose to give up on the expectations of the world out of her and live the way she wanted to.
This book is a reminder for women who sacrifice to live for the sake of different roles they play. It basically gives them the understanding that being a good mother in no way means dying each day for your family. However, it rather should be about living each day to the fullest.
13. Feeding the Soul
Feeding the Soul is a book by Tabitha Brown, the American actress, and vegan food influencer. In this book, she appeals to the people out there, who are struggling to make good out of their lives. She serves you with both affirmations and inspiration on how to live your life with freedom, love, and peace of mind.
She says that people always look at her now and tell her what a beautiful life she has. However, they are only looking at her life from the outside. That is, they are looking at the fruits and ignoring the roots.
Through her own life stories, Tabitha consoles all the people striving to make good out of their lives that it is never easy and quick. That, she herself has been through anxiety, depression, auto-immune pain herself and come out strong.
She was at such a juncture where she had never thought that she would be able to pull herself out of this darkness. But, she made it through and decided that the day she makes a breakthrough, she will be the light for others. This would help them to come out of the darkness.
In this book, the author gives faith, hope, and light to people who are struggling to make it in life. She says that it is never easy and that you are not alone. No matter what the journey looks like today, it shall pass.
Further, she even cautions that nothing happens overnight. The fear of uncertainties has made more and more people stressed and anxiety-ridden. But through her life stories, she gives hope that life is not always difficult. There are lighter moments in the book that will make you laugh. There are also instances where you will cry.
Finally, she also shares some of the easy vegan recipes in her book for you to cook by the spirit.
14. Tuesdays with Morrie
Tuesdays with Morrie is the New York Times Best Seller written by the journalist Mitch Albom. The book is about Mitch and his professor Morrie. Morrie Schwartz was Mitch’s favorite professor, whom he introduced his parents to on his graduation day. Morrie was very fond of Mitch and told his parents on the graduation day how Mitch took every class Morrie taught and that Mitch was special.
Mitch hugged his professor and promised to keep in touch. But, after stepping out of college, Mitch gets caught up in life and its demands. He has a serious encounter with death where he sees his favorite uncle, just 44, died due to prostate cancer. This changed his life all of a sudden and he started feeling that time is very precious. So, he completed his master’s degree in journalism and decided to never look back. This is because his uncle worked in a corporation and hated his boring, routine job. Mitch didn’t want to die like his uncle.
However, Mitch narrates how in the wake of this, he lost contact with his loved ones. Then, events take place where he gets to meet his favorite professor Morrie. However, Morrie is now in a wheelchair and is suffering from a terminal illness. But, the professor hasn’t lost hope from the day his doctor told him about his illness which will lead him to death. Mitch, in his final meeting with Morrie, learns his last lessons of how it feels like dying. And how one should ideally live his life.
Books on Success and Motivation
15. Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds
Can’t Hurt Me is a book written by David Goggins, the U.S. armed forces icon, and named by the ‘Outside’ magazine as ‘The Fittest (Real) Man in America. In this book, Goggins shares stories from his life. He narrates instances of how he was born broken, grew up with the beat downs, was tortured in school, and called a nigger innumerable times.
And much like many people, he used to say that God dealt him a bad hand. He also reveals that he knows what a bad hand feels like because he has faced it all. Typically, it is normal for people to make bad choices in such circumstances. This is because this comes naturally to humans as that’s how our brains function.
However, he chose a path full of pain, accepted and loved his suffering, and changed himself from a weak personality to the strongest one. As per him, no matter who you are or what your parents do, you are just living at 40% of your real capability.
According to Goggins, all of us are capable of doing so much more. However, it takes a lot of will, heart, and a determined mind to achieve that. He says that we all become eligible to die from the day we are born. Similarly, we also become eligible for finding our potential and preparing ourselves for the fight ahead. It is only you who can control your mind which helps you to live a fearless life filled with achievements.
16. The High 5 Habit
The High 5 Habit is a book written by Mel Robbins, the international best-selling author of the book – The 5 Second Rule. In this book, the author talks about the high 5 habits that she’s proud to discover. As per the author, she found this rule one morning when she was in the bathroom, brushing her teeth.
That’s when she got a glimpse of her in the mirror and started complaining about everything that formed part of her. The dark circles under the eyes, the pointed chin, the loose skin on her stomach, etc.
She started thinking about a number of improvements she needs to make to look good. Basically, she went into the self-critical zone, given the increasing demands of life.
This is when she realized that things could really turn if there would be someone to tell her that all will be well. That’s when she discovered the high 5 habits. That is, giving a high-five to yourself each day.
It’s like without uttering a word, you give yourself the assurance that you can do it. It is about being kind towards yourself and saying that you are not alone.
17. Whatever It Takes: Master the Habits to Transform Your Business, Relationships, and Life
Whatever it Takes is a book written by Brandon Bornancin, the CEO and founder of Seamless.AI, one of the top 50 LinkedIn startups.
As per the author, you have to have a ‘Whatever It Takes’ attitude to amplify your success. He says that one needs to get rid of self-limiting beliefs, develop such an attitude, and continue to strive regardless of challenges.
He’s out of people who became the richest kid in college with his first business venture and lost it all in his second. He says that one must take his failures as the fuel one requires to get up and get going. And this is the point from which you must do whatever it takes to achieve your goals.
In fact, the author wrote this book during the pandemic so that he could reach out to people who were shutting down their businesses. He lost all his money in his second venture during the 2008-2009 global financial meltdown. That’s when he learned how to survive the tough times.
In this book, he shares the bulletproof mentality that his team at Seamless.AI practiced. This helped them grow the company by over 300%, all during the pandemic.
One of the quotes from this book is from Will Smith’s popular movie, Pursuit of Happyness. It says “Don’t ever let anyone tell you, you can’t do something. Not even me. You got a dream, you gotta protect it. People can’t do something themselves, they want to tell you, you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period.
20 Best Bubble Baths of 2022 To Relieve Stress
/in Anxiety /by Alisha BajajIn this article, you will learn about:
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Relaxation is a form of self-care, and one way to achieve inner peace and relaxation is by having a good bath. A good bath can guarantee a new and clean beginning. Hence, it is important to have and use good products for your skin and the ones that can nourish our minds as well.
One product that has become popular worldwide for having bubble baths is bath bombs. However, in a competitive industry where many companies constantly develop diverse products, it is hard to recognize the best among the rest.
There are currently countless companies and small businesses producing items for bubble baths. Different business owners have different gimmicks and take to welcome new customers to take an interest in trying many kinds of bath bombs. But how do you know which products are best for you? Here are the Best Bubble Baths of 2022.
I. Best Bubble Bath For Kids
1. The Honest Company Truly Calming Lavender Bubble Bath Tear Free Kids Bubble Bath
The first on the list is “The Honest Company Truly Calming Lavender” Bubble Bath. This one is an ultra-calming lavender bubble bath comprising naturally derived ingredients and essential oils that cleanse, soothe, and nourish your baby’s skin.
The lavender essential oil extracts calm and relaxes your baby, thus making it a perfect addition to your baby bath routine. Moreover, the organic chamomile, calendula jojoba protein, and quinoa extract enrich your babies’ delicate skin.
Because it is made for babies, this product does not have dyes, sulfates, parabens, synthetic fragrances, formaldehyde donors, SLS, MEA, DEA, and TEAs. Thus, the product is 100% safe for your baby.
This bubble bath comes in four scents: sweet almond, lavender, sweet orange vanilla, and fragrance-free for those who are sensitive to scent. Also, this product contains ingredients that will ensure smooth skin.
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2. Alaffia Kids Lemon Lavender Bubble Bath
The second on the list of Best Bubble Bath for Kids is Alaffia Kids Lemon Lavender Bubble Bath. This product has a combination of lemon balm, lavender oil, protective shea leaf, and certified fair-trade unrefined “raw” shea butter. All these natural ingredients are quite gentle on the skin and have calming effects.
Furthermore, the product has no parabens, sulfates, phthalates, silicones, mineral oil, artificial color, or synthetic fragrance. Also, it is cruelty-free and vegan.” Also, this product is appropriate for all skin types as it comprises plant-based ingredients that are quite nourishing for your baby’s skin.
As they say, it offers bubbly bath fun to your baby along with nourishing, cleansing, and enriching your baby’s skin with coconut oil and lemon lavender.
II. The Best Bubble Bath For Sensitive Skin
3. Maple Holistics Lavender Bubble Bath
The first product on the list of the best bubble bath for sensitive skin is Mape Holistics’ “Bubble Bath for Women, Men, and Teens”. Enriched with Lavender Essential Oil Clary Sage, Palmarosa, Aromatherapy extracts, it moisturizes and nourishes your skin.
Plus, it offers a foaming bubble bath that relaxes your body and takes away all your worries.
Further, this adult formula is sulfate-free and features natural oils that nourish your skin and ensure that you do not compromise on your self-care. In case, you are searching for an aromatherapy-like bath product, this one’s a great choice.
4. EO Products Bubble Bath Serenity French Lavender With Aloe
Immerse into botanical extracts filled bubble bath experience with EO Products’ Bubble Bath Serenity French Lavender with Aloe. It is 100% organic and advertises serenity when used. Further, this product is enriched with high concentrations of botanical extracts that soothe and nourishes your skin.
Also, it comprises pure essential oils and organic ingredients that moisturize your skin deeply. Also, this bubble bath is gluten-free and is thus a perfect product for those who are gluten-intolerant or gluten-sensitive.
Plus, all bath items from the house of EO Products are cruelty-free and are scented with 100% pure essential oils.
So, up your daily skin-care routine and treat your skin with the french lavender with this pure organic product.
III. Best Bubble Bath Soap For Bubbles
5. Babyganics Bubble Bath
If you want a bath full of foam and bubbles along with serious skincare, then the Babyganics Bubble Bath is the right choice for you. This is a baby bubbe bath product that is formulated with plant-derived and certified organic ingredients.
The bubble bath product from the store of Babyganics is quite gentle for your skin as well as that of your baby. This is because it does not comprise ingredients like parabens, sulfates, phthalates, mineral oil, petrolatum, artificial fragrances, or dyes that can be harmful to your skin.
Further, all the Babyganics Baby Bath products are tested by dermatologists and are hence recommended by pediatricians. This means you do not have to worry about skin allergies and your baby losing out on the fun due to tears in his eyes.
Thus, Babyganics Bubble Bath is perfect for kids and families as it is safe for children and all skin types.
6. BareBaby Organic Baby Bubble Bath
BareBaby’s Organic Baby Bubble Bath is the best product for those searching for an eczema bubble bath. Eczema is a skin disease that makes your skin itchy, red, and irritated. As suggested by National Eczema Organization, taking a bath using a gentle cleanser like an organic baby bubble bath can help in treating Eczema.
BareBaby’s Organic Baby Bubble Bath is enriched with natural and organic ingredients. These include Aloe, Cucumber, Kiwi, Ginger, and much more.
Besides these organic extracts, the bubble bath also has Citrus Essential Oils like orange and grapefruit that smell great but are quite soothing for your skin as well as that of your baby.
These plant-based extracts are rich in minerals that offer a host of benefits. These benefits include:
In addition to offering these benefits, the great part about the product is that is absolutely safe. This is because it does not comprise harmful agents like Paraben, Dye, Gluten, and Sulfate. lAlso, it does not contain any carcinogens and petroleum-derived ingredients that can prove harmful for your skin and that of your baby.
Thus, BareBaby’s Organic Baby Bubble Bath is safe, gentle, calming, and eczema friendly. It is gentle on the skin and safe to use for all skin types.
IV. Luxury Bubble Bath
7. L’Occitane Relaxing & Foaming Lavender Bubble Bath
This one is a premium beauty product that is enriched with Lavender extract to give you the relaxing benefits of Haute-Provence Lavender – a region of Southeastern France. The plant has certain medicinal properties and its essential oil is quite valuable.
Further, this luxury bubble bath product forms generous foam when mixed in lukewarm water. The benign fragrance of Lavender relaxes your mind, body, and stimulates your senses.
Also, the organic ingredients make your skin smooth, clean, and fragrant when you step out of a warm bath. So, to relax your senses, all you need to do is pour two or three spoonfuls of bubble bath into warm water and enjoy the tranquility.
This luxury bath product comes in liquid form and leaves users with fragrant skin after use.
8. Vitabath Cool Spearmint
The next on our list of luxury bubble bath products list is Vitabath’s Cool Spearmint & Thyme Bubble Bath. This bubble bath is filled with the crisp cool scent of fresh spearmint that gives you the much-needed blissful experience.
Besides the spearmint top note, the bubble bath is also enriched with eucalyptus, tea tree, French thyme, and refreshing Rosemary extract that help in clearing your mind and reviving your senses.
The bubble bath also comprises a host of healthy ingredients that help in nourishing your skin besides the rich and long-lasting fragrance. These ingredients include Vitamins A, B3, C, E & Pro-Vitamin B5; and a blend of Acai, Goji, Coffee, Noni, Pomegranate, Green Tea & Mangosteen.
Further, the product is free from harsh ingredients like propylene glycol, parabens, phenoxyethanol, silicones, phthalates, dye, gluten, and soy. Thus, it gives a nourishing and blissful experience.
V. Best Bubble Bath UK
9. Neals Yard Remedies Aromatic Foaming Bath 200mL
The first product on our Best Bubble Bath UK is the “Neals Yard Remedies Aromatic Foaming Bath. This product is enriched with organic ingredients like lavender, sweet-scented geranium, and Spanish marjoram to give you a relaxing and unwinding fragrant foamy bath.
These organic essential oils give you an aromatic bathing experience as well as stimulate your senses. Thus, you experience a conditioning effect as both your mind and body get refreshed with this foamy bubble bath.
Neal Yard is the first health and beauty brand to be certified organic in the UK by the Soil Association. Further, the brand is also cruelty-free certified, and vegetarian-approved as many of its products are also suitable for vegans.
Besides this, the brand also holds the distinction of the first CarbonNeutral certified high street retailer.
10. NEOM – Perfect Night’s Sleep Bath Foam
Proper sleep is important for maintaining good mental health just like eating, drinking, and breathing. As per Mental Health Organisation, improper sleep over a sustained period of time can lead to a number of problems. These may include fatigue, poor concentration, and irritability. It may also lead to mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, etc,
Thus, sleep and health are strongly related to each other. Improper sleep may lead to poor health whereas proper and good quality sleep adds to your good health.
The next product under this category is “NEOM – Perfect Night’s Sleep Bath Foam.” This product has been developed especially to help your body and mind have proper sleep at night. Thus, this luxury bubble bath is just a perfect product before hitting the bed.
This is because the product contains marshmallows and coconut oil extracts that smoothen your skin. Besides this, Neon’s Night’s Sleep Bath Foam also has aloe and almond oil extracts that relax your senses and smoothens your mind.
In addition to this, the product comes enriched with 14 other pure essential oils including English lavender, chamomile, patchouli, basil, and jasmine.
These essential oils are blended in such a way that the resulting formula helps you to relax and prepare your mind for sleep. So, to indulge yourself as well as your family members in this soothing experience, all you need to do is pour a capful of foam into the tap water.
Then, soak yourself for at least 10 minutes in the natural bubble bath and breathe the lavender scent to enrich your senses.
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VI. The Best Relaxing Bubble Bath
11. Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath With Pure Epsom Salt, Soother & Sleep With Lavender
There are days when the daily hustle gives you pain in muscles, sore feet, or aches in different areas of your body. At that point in time, all you need is either muscle therapy or a spa that relaxes your body as well as relieves your muscle pain.
It is a general acceptance that a bubble bath with ordinary water relaxes muscles and causes tissue congestion. Further, the dislocation of systemic fluids increases the venous blood supply to your heart, improves metabolism, and gives you the feeling of loosening and relaxation.
Dr. Teal’s Foaming Bath revitalizes your muscle pain and gives you relief from stress. What makes your bathing an extraordinary experience with this foam bath is that it combines essential oils with pure Epsom salt. Epsom salt contains Magnesium and Sulphate that help in stimulating the detoxification process in your body. Magnesium helps in removing toxins while Sulphate makes the release of toxins via your digestive tract quite easy.
Besides this, this bubble bath contains essential oils like Lavender that have soothing properties and hence relaxes your body as well as mind. Further, it also helps in giving you a good night’s sleep.
12. Deep Steep Bubble Bath
Another product under the category of best relaxing bubble bath is Deep Steep’s Lavender Chamomile Bubble Bath. It’s a botanically rich product containing natural essential oils like lavender, chamomile, eucalyptus, grapefruit, peppermint, rosemary, lime, orange, and lemon.
This personal care product enhances your self-care experience as it gives you the benefits of ancient bathing rituals. Also, this bubble bath consists of organic coconut oil, shea butter, argan oil, and aloe vera that leaves your skin smooth and nourished.
Its also safe for babies as it does not have harmful ingredients like parabens, sulfates, Sodium Benzoate, and other deadly chemicals. Made with organic and vegan ingredients, this bubble bath helps to soothe and moisturize the skin. Further, the Deep Steep Bubble Bath is also known for enhancing your sleep.
VII. Romantic Bubble Baths
13. Bath And Body Works Aromatherapy LOVE – ROSE + VANILLA Body Wash And Foam Bath
One of the best romantic bubble baths is the Aromatherapy Love Rose + Vanilla Foam from the house of Bath and Body Works. This bubble bath product is enriched with extracts of rose oil and vanilla. The rose oil inspires connection while the vanilla calms your mind and encourages relaxation.
Further, the foam bath also comprises aloe and bamboo extracts that cleanse your skin, conditions it, and gives it the requisite moisture. Thus, Bath and Body Works Bubble Bath brings aromatherapy home as it provides you with a pleasant aroma, thus making your bathing experience peaceful and pleasurable.
14. Aura Cacia – Relaxing Lavender Aromatherapy Bubble Bath | Pure Essential Oils
The next product on the Romantic Bubble Baths list is “Aura Cacia’s Relaxing Lavender Aromatherapy Bubble Bath”. This product has top notes of lavender that give you an aromatherapy-kind of experience.
Plus, the bubble bath also comprises essential oils, skincare oils, and other pure botanical ingredients. These ingredients include pure Lavender, Lavandin and spike lavender essential oils. All of this ensures that you have a calming, gentle bathing experience.
Besides this, Aura Cacia’s bubble bath products pass through a multi-step testing process. This means you have access to high-quality products without any harmful ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or synthetic fragrances.
Relaxation and aromatherapy are the two key benefits of this product. This relieves stress and gives your mind the much-needed calming effect.
VIII. Hypoallergenic Bubble Bath
15. Burt’s Bees Baby Bubble Bath
The “Burt’s Bees Baby Bubble Bath is a Hypoallergenic product. This product is meant for those who have a skin type that is extremely sensitive to allergies. The term Hypoallergenic means a product that is less likely to cause allergies or contains few allergy-producing substances.
In addition to this, the Burt’s Bees Baby Bubble Bath is tear-free, SLS-free, and free from phthalates, parabens, petrolatum, and other harmful ingredients. This means the product is absolutely safe for your skin as well as for your baby.
Another great thing about this product is that it is Pediatrician tested. So it’s completely effective and natural in cleansing your skin. Further, essential oils like Coconut Oil, Sunflower Oil, and Soy Proteins also help in cleansing your skin naturally without any irritation or drying.
16. Baby Bum Bubble Bath
The “Baby Bum Bubble Bath” is a Pediatrician and Dermatologist tested product from the house of Sun Bum. It’s a plant-based formula developed using gentle ingredients. These ingredients include coconut oil, avocado oil, and aloe that moisturize your baby’s skin naturally. Additionally, this product is vegan, cruelty, gluten, and dye-free thus meeting the needs of your baby’s delicate skin.
Also, it does not contain other harmful agents like paraben, sulfate, silicone, and phthalate thus giving your baby safe and nourishing skincare. Therefore, you may expect flawless skin all the way down to your baby’s bum with its safe ingredients.
IX. Bubble Bath For Eczema
17. TruKid Bubble Podz For Baby
“TruKid Bubble Podz for Baby” is a go-to product for moms who are looking for bath essentials for kids suffering from eczema.
It is a refreshing bubble bath for soft & sensitive skin. Further, it is completely safe for your little one as it is tear-free as well as free from chemicals, fragrances, phthalate, and parabens.
Also, the product comes enriched with natural ingredients like aloe, vitamin E, and oatmeal that keep the allergens away from attacking your baby’s skin. Also, it hydrates your baby’s skin and offers super gentle bath care.
The best part is that the product comes in pre-measured, single-use, water-soluble pods that are ready-to-use and offer a natural burst that dissolves almost instantly in water. In case you have hard water, it is suggested that you pour 2 or more Podz to get the right amount of bubbles.
The National Eczema Association also approves this product. So you can easily trust that this product is safe and true to its name and purpose.
18. Babo Botanicals Moisturizing Baby 2-in-1 Bubble Bath Wash
The next product on the bubble bath for eczema list is “Babo Botanicals Moisturizing Baby 2-in-1 Bubble Bath & Wash”. It is a plant-based formula that contains natural oat milk and organic calendula that are 100% mild and pure botanical ingredients. These organic ingredients offer relief from Eczema symptoms thus providing a calming effect.
Furthermore, it gently cleanses, nourishes, and protects your baby’s sensitive skin from allergic reactions as it is hypoallergenic. Plus, the product does not contain ingredients that are typically harsh for skin like sulfate.
This product is designed specifically for children aged three months and up who have sensitive skin or other skin issues like Eczema.
X. Best Bath Bombs
19. LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs
For the last category on the best bubble baths of 2022, we have “LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs”. This bath bomb offers a colorful and creative take on bath bombs and is made perfect for a gift or even for a relaxing night in. This pack comprises 12 beautiful and therapeutic bath bombs. Thus, these can become a part of your experience and can make it fun by having a bubble bath in different colors.
Furthermore, these bath bombs are therapeutic, moisturizing, and are quite effective for normal to dry skin. The set includes 12 different scents. These include Angel, Fun on the Beach, Lemongrass Green Tea, Shea and Coconut, Love, Kiwi and Strawberry, Black Raspberry Vanilla, Melon Ball, Victorian Rose, and Mango Papaya.
Also, this product was originally developed for kids. However, it is now loved by people of all ages.
20. INTEYE Organic & Natural Bath Bombs
The last bath bomb on the list is “INTEYE Organic & Natural Bath Bombs.” This 24-piece bath bomb set is a perfect gift set for people who enjoy taking baths regularly. Because of the diverse colors and scents, each bath bomb has many individuals, especially youngsters, who may be captivated by each bath bomb in this collection. Bathing will be easier and more enjoyable for youngsters since they may play with the colors while bathing, and it may also help them relax and fall asleep more quickly afterward. The formula is made up of organic and natural substances that nourish and improve the texture of the skin.
This list demonstrates that the greatest bubble baths of 2022 only contain the highest-quality components that assist both physical and emotional wellness. The majority of the goods listed above are made entirely of organic and natural components and are safe for children to use.
13 Best Sleep Trackers of 2022
/in Relax /by Alisha BajajIn this article, you will learn:
Some of the best sleep trackers and most accurate fitness trackers use various sensors to track movement, cardiac as well as respiratory physiology.
These sensor technologies track movement one makes during sleep and such data is used in algorithms to know sleep time and quality.
Sleep quality is related to both the physical and mental well-being of an individual. Improper sleep can result in sleep disorders like Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) or daytime sleepiness.
In most cases, sleep disorders remain undetected and untreated despite these being a cause of serious mental conditions and mortality.
Conventionally, sleep disorders are tracked through polysomnography and actigraphic assessment. A polysomnogram also called the sleep study, measures brain activity via electroencephalogram (EEG), muscular activity, and eye movements.
However, one needs to sleep in a lab or special environment for the sleep test that distinguishes between various sleep stages. With some of the best sleep trackers in the market, one can track sleep duration, quality of sleep, sleep phases in some cases, and environmental and lifestyle factors.
Now, these sleep trackers may give you data that you can use to adjust your sleep patterns. But, you must consult a medical professional in case you face issues with sleeping.
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Here are some of the best sleep trackers of 2022 that will help you monitor your sleep.
I. Withings Sleep Trackers – Sleep Tracking Mat
Withings Sleep is a sleep tracking mat that can be easily placed under any mattress. It enables you to get a detailed analysis of your sleep cycles, heart rate, and snore detection.
For instance, you can know the sleep duration, time to sleep and wake up. Likewise, the sleep tracking mat also helps you to analyze and break down sleep into deep, light, and REM phases.
Further, the Sleep Score tells you how revitalizing your sleep was during the night. The Withings Sleep tracking mat comes with pneumatic and sound sensors. These sensors measure heartbeat and respiratory rate through body movements everywhere on the mattress.
Also, it comes with the Withings Health Mate app that lets you track your progress and seek help from coaches to achieve your goal. Thus, you can easily share a PDF of your sleep statistics with your medical professional from the application.
II. Biostrap Active Set – Sleep Trackers
Experiencing a tough time getting restorative sleep? Get Biostrap Active is one of the best sleep trackers that gives you easy-to-understand sleep analytics. It’s a complete, personal health monitoring set that makes in-depth analyses of your sleep and helps you take data-driven actions.
Biostrap Active Set contains an EVO biosensor, a Black wristband, a heart rate monitor (chest strap or armband), an activity pod, an activity clip, a single-slot charger, a USB cable, and a user guide.
Further, it has its own proprietary IR/Red sensor that takes in measurements from underneath your skin. This is 10 times deeper in contrast to the green light sensors used in the majority of the wearables. Further, it undertakes raw waveform analysis that gives you a detailed assessment of your health biometrics using cloud-based algorithms.
All the data collected by Biostrap is sent to researchers via its remote patient monitoring web app.
Thus, with Biostrap you can track snoring using Sleep Lab and monitor arm and leg movement with wristband and pod. Also, get biometric scans every two minutes producing oxygen saturation, heart rate, and respiratory rate.
III. POLAR Vantage V2 – Sleep Trackers
POLAR Vantage V2 is the multisport GPS watch you need to get data from under your skin. This watch comes with a Sleep Plus Stages feature that provides sleep tracking and gives you an in-depth view of your sleeping activity during the night.
Simply wear POLAR Vantage V2 on your wrist during the night while you sleep and it will automatically track light, deep, and REM sleep stages. It reflects how much time you spent in each sleep phase and keeps a count of your sleep cycles.
It’s a sleep tracker watch that collates your sleep time quality into an easy-to-monitor sleep score. With its Polar Flow app, you can easily see a break-up of your quality sleep components.
In addition to this, POLAR Vantage gives you multiple solutions for your heart rate monitoring. For instance, with its Polar Precision Prime sensor fusion technology, you can monitor heart rate from your wrist. Likewise, there are other heart rate sensors that allow you to measure heart rate through a chest strap and armband.
IV. MUSE S – Sleep Trackers
MUSE S is a comfortable headband that undertakes brain sensing to analyze and monitor sleep and attention levels. It tracks your sleep, heart rate, brain waves, body movements, and breath with the help of a high-end EEG technology.
It is an EEG device that understands your brain activity to direct you on whether your mind is at peace or noisy. It converts your brain waves into sounds of weather. These sounds tell you if your brain is at peace or is active.
All you need to do is connect MUSE with your mobile device through Bluetooth. On a successful connection, simply start the Muse Meditation app, plug in your earphones, and listen to your brain waves being converted into weather sounds.
Also, you can choose the environment you want to be in. That is, do you want to hear your mind through desert waves or rain in a rainforest. Accordingly, an active mind will give you loud weather sounds. Whereas, a calm mind will produce a quiet sound of weather.
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MUSE S comes with 7 sensors that measure and analyze your brain activity. It gives you real-time feedback on your heart rate, body movement, breath, and mental activity.
Also, its responsive go-to-sleep content prepares you for a relaxed sleep.
V. Fitbit Sense
Fitbit Sense is a health smartwatch that comes with sleep tracking.
How does Fitbit Track Sleep?
Fitbit Sense is a sleep tracker watch that monitors your sleep time in light, deep, and REM sleep stages. Based on this sleep tracking, this Fitbit sleep tracker gives you a daily sleep score so that you get a better understanding of your sleep quality each night.
In addition to this, you can monitor your heart rate 24×7 with PurePulse 2.0. Therefore, you can track your heart rate while you exercise or use it while sleep tracking. You can also check a nightly average of variation in time between each heartbeat and view the weekly pattern on Health Metric Dashboard.
Likewise, Fitbit Sense automatically tracks your breathing rate while you sleep. This will help you analyze and track any major changes in your breathing rates overnight.
Further, you can also monitor SpO2 or the level of oxygen in your blood and see weekly changes to check your well-being.
Finally, to get an overview of your sleep to heart rate, simply download the Fitbit app and monitor your progress.
VI. Amazfit Band 5
Amazfit Band 5 makes it to the list of one of the best wearable sleep trackers 2022. This wearable is a professional sleep monitor that recognizes sleep stages such as deep, light, REM, and awake periods. And based on this sleep tracking gives you an assessment of the quality of your sleep breathing so that you adjust your sleeping habits.
It also monitors daytime naps that are longer than 20 minutes. Further, Amazifit comes with a huami-proprietary BioTracker 2 PPG bio-tracking optical sensor that monitors your heart rate 24×7. Thus, its heart rate measurement accuracy matches with a professional heart rate monitoring device.
Likewise, it enables you to measure the oxygen levels in the blood and analyze your physical state with Oxygenbeats.
The best is, it comes with Alexa built-in so that you can know about various things, control home devices, and do much more.
Finally, you can easily check where you stand in terms of your sleep, heart rate, oxygen saturation, etc through a Single Score. Amazfit Band 5 comes with a professional health assessment system known as Personal Activity Intelligence (PAI).
With PAI, you don’t need to put in much effort to understand the complex data. This is because PAI translates all the information related to heart rate, routine activities, and other health statistics in an easy-to-understand numerical score.
VII. Fitbit Versa 2
Fitbit Versa 2 is another sleep tracker watch that comes built-in with smart features like sleep tracking, fitness features, applications, and much more.
Fitbit Sleep Apnea Pattern
Get deep insights into your night and adjust your sleeping patterns for quality sleep. Fitbit’s high-end sleep tools help you relax, amp up your energy levels, and improve your overall well-being.
All you need to do is wear this Fitbit wearable during the night and it will automatically record your sleep. It also helps you monitor time spent in light, deep, and REM sleep stages and gives you a personalized sleep score to understand the quality of your sleep.
Now this is very helpful because if you have more restlessness during sleep, it may be a strong indication towards sleep apnea. Therefore, you may in that case consult your general physician for help.
You can also create a sleep schedule, set bedtime reminders, and get detailed sleep insights to know how your sleep is associated with your routine activity and mood.
Fitbit Versa 2 also comes with motion detectors and heart rate sensors. Its PurePulse technology makes heart rate tracking very easy so that you can manage stress and use heart rate to track your sleep stages.
Further, with the Fitbit app, you can track other metrics like blood oxygen levels, skin temperature, heart rate variations, etc to make adjustments for improved wellbeing.
VIII. Fitbit Charge 4
Fitbit Charge 4 is another health and fitness tracker that has a built-in GPS, round-the-clock heart rate monitoring, and sleep tracking to make changes for improved health.
It enables you to see time spent during the light, deep, and REM sleep stages so that you can make changes for improving your sleep quality. Further, you can get to know more about your resting state with automatic sleep tracking, silent alarms, bedtime reminders, and tips in the Fitbit App.
Likewise, you can monitor SpO2 or oxygen levels in your blood and see weekly trends of the SpO2 nightly average. Also, you can track your breathing rate and heart rate variability to spot any significant changes in your overall health.
Fitbit Charge 4 also comes with small and large wristbands and a charging cable. It packs a:
under the hood.
With these specifications and much more features, Fitbit Charge 4 makes it one of the best sleep trackers with o2 sensor.
IX. Beautyrest Sleeptracker Monitor
Beautyrest sleep tracker is a premium sleep monitoring device that comes with an Alexa built-in for smart home connectivity.
It is basically a processor that packs two powerful sensors and can be placed underneath your mattress. This means it is a non-wearable solution that tracks the slightest movement and captures data in its application.
Thus, you can monitor your heart rate and time spent in the light, deep, and REM sleep stages. It also enables you to monitor two sleepers at a time and translates all the complex data in its easy-to-use Beautyrest Sleeptracker application.
Further, the in-built alarm system wakes you up at the right time so that there is no sleepiness during the day. You can also get daily, weekly, and monthly sleep trend reports that you can share with your doctor for a better understanding of your quality of sleep.
X. Garmin Venu 2
Garmin Venu 2 is another sleep tracker smartwatch that enables you to undertake science-based health monitoring. It helps you to track blood oxygen levels, heart rate, and stress indicators for analyzing sleep quality.
Likewise, by initiating its Health Snapshot function, you can get an in-depth view of heart rate, blood oxygen, respiration, and stress levels for each second with two minutes.
Thus, by tracking the above metrics together with time spent in each sleep stage, you can work out your sleep score and make adjustments for improving your sleep quality.
Apart from sleep tracking, there are many advanced features that help you keep track of your fitness regime and take various fitness classes online from your screen.
The best part is that you can store up to 650 songs and also sync it with multiple entertainment streaming platforms.
XI. Apple Watch Series 6
Apple Watch Series 6 is the smartwatch you need to track your overall fitness and sleep trends.
With its Sleep App, you can easily develop a daily bedtime routine and track your sleep trends for each night.
It comes with an in-built blood oxygen sensor that works together with the Blood Oxygen app to monitor your blood oxygen level. Likewise, you can monitor your ECG on the go. It packs electrodes in the Digital Crown that connects with the ECG app to read your heart’s electrical signals.
It then checks the heartbeat recording for irregular rhythms like atrial fibrillation, low or high heart rate, and sinus rhythm. Thus, in case you have any issue, irrespective of anything, you can simply share your ECG details with your doctor by exporting a PDF.
In addition to this, you can keep track of your fitness regime, share it with anyone for motivation and do much more.
XII. Xiaomi Mi Band 5 Smart Wristband
Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is the ios another best wearable fitness tracker to monitor each movement you make with accuracy.
It packs PPG biosensors that enable you to track your heart rate 24×7 and identify any unusual activity. Likewise, the heart rate alerts send you vibrating reminders at the time when your heart rate is too high.
Further, you can track the REM sleep stage and also record the quality of your naps. This helps you understand your sleep patterns and seek medical help in situations of sleep issues like insomnia.
Apart from this, there are many features like stress monitoring, recording breathing patterns, a personal vitality index that gives tips on activities you must undertake for better overall wellbeing.
XIII. Oura Ring
Oura Ring is the sleep tracking ring that packs sensor technology and syncs with a user-friendly app. This helps you get in-depth insights about your health as it touches your body by wearing it in one of your fingers.
It’s a fitness tracker ring that has infrared light PPG sensors that take in-depth insights in contrast to most of the wearables.
Likewise, it measures temperature directly from your skin to help you know important body status insights.
Further, while you sleep, it captures your resting heart rate, heart rate variability, sleeping time and quality, and nighttime movement.
It also tracks the amount of time you spend in the Light, Deep, and REM sleep stages. Thus, taking all these parameters, the Our sleep ring works out a Sleep Score that gives you an understanding of your overall sleep quality. This is to help you make adjustments if needed.
The 12 Best Indoor Water Fountains of 2022
/in Relax /by Akanksha BajajIn this article, you will learn about a few of the best Indoor Water Fountains of 2022:
A variety of places have installed water features like water fountains, water walls, fish tanks, and fish ponds. Be it healthcare facilities, childcare centers, adult centers, or commercial spaces.
This is because the sounds of softly trickling water help in creating a calming environment.
A study showcases that water features bring great mental benefits for individuals. Therefore, it is important to incorporate water features both in indoor and outdoor design to enhance the quality of life of individuals.
Besides this, the study also claims that people experience an air of sophistication, elegance, and relaxation in their outdoor spaces having water fountains.
Further, they feel a sense of connection to the natural environment, calmness, and relaxation.
Thus, to promote a high quality of life, research says that it is important to reduce stress. And water is one of the mechanisms that has proven to reduce stress in individuals.
It stimulates an individual’s senses which further lead to an emotional response and a higher form of living.
Therefore, in this article, we will walk you through some of the best indoor water fountains of 2022 so that you can incorporate them into your indoor spaces and lead a high quality of life.
Indoor Water Fountains
I. Bamboo Accents Water Fountain & Pump Kit
It’s an indoor water fountain that helps in creating a zen garden producing the calming sounds of a cascading waterfall.
The water fountain incorporates an arm bamboo spout and a pump that transforms your indoor space into a mini-oasis.
To make the indoor space more zen-like, you can place your own ceramic or pottery bowl below the bamboo spout for the water to flow and produce soothing sounds.
It’s a DIY indoor water fountain. So, you do not have to worry about setting the water fountain as it just takes 5 minutes to customize the feng-shui look of your indoor space.
All you need to do is place the electric pump inside the bowl and submerge it into water. Cover the submerged pump with indoor fountain accessories like home depot stones, crystal gemstones, decorative flowers, rocks, etc.
Then, cover the bowl with the sleek and handcrafted bamboo spout. You have your customized water fountain ready within minutes.
II. Alpine Corporation Water Jar Fountain With LED Light
This is the second-best indoor water fountain on our list. The water jar fountain from the house of Alpine Corporation features a water pump in the interior of the jar.
Further, the pump is electrically corded. So, you just need to plug it in to experience the sounds of a trickling stream of water flowing right from the top of the jar.
Besides this, you can give your indoor/outdoor space a vintage cum modern look.
It’s because the water jar incorporates a cracked design with a rust concrete construction and turquoise color that enhances your indoor space.
Plus, the soothing sounds emanating from the water flow adds a peaceful ambiance to it.
Tabletop Fountains
I. HoMedics Indoor 3-Tier Relaxation Tabletop Fountain
The first indoor waterfall on our list of tabletop fountains is HoMedics’ Indoor 3-Tier Relaxation Tabletop Fountain.
This is one of the bestselling indoor waterfall fountains that gives you a calming and zen-like experience in your indoor space.
The HoMedics’ tabletop fountain features a 3-tier artistic design that leaves no stone unturned in producing gentle soothing sounds of flowing water.
To produce the calming sounds, the water fountain incorporates a silver fountain along with river rocks, 3 leaf tiers, a fountain base, and an electric pump.
These add ons like the LED lighting and the natural river rocks along with the flowing water sound help you destress anytime.
Thus, you can use this tabletop fountain after work to unwind the day, during yoga or meditation sessions, or while sleeping.
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II. Alpine Corporation Tiered Column Tabletop Fountain
The second best-selling tabletop water fountain is the tiered column tabletop fountain from the house of Alpine Corporation.
This indoor waterfall fountain comes with three candles, weathered stone-like pillars, natural stones that give your indoor space the ambiance of tranquility.
The experience is similar to a water oasis producing sounds of the flowing water trickling down a cascading waterfall.
Thus, the electric pump drives the water through the three-tier spout which then flows into the lower basin filled with water and natural rocks.
Moreover, the tea candles when lighted provide a subtle and intimate source of light to your office, bedroom, living room, or any other space that you wish to decorate.
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Outdoor Water Fountains
I. Alpine Corporation TIZ194BZ Alpine 2-Tier Rustic Pump Barrel Waterfall for Garden
As per a study, psychologists agree that most people get positively attracted to nature and certain aspects within nature.
Thus, small gardens with ponds act as areas of refuge, escape, and relaxation for people dwelling in large urban cities.
This is because the brain becomes conscious of the soothing sound of the trickling water and replaces the negative thoughts with a soothing scene of flowing water.
Therefore, the first outdoor water fountain on our list is Alpine Corporation’s 2-tier rustic pump barrel waterfall.
This outdoor water fountain comes with faux wood barrels and a pump head featuring a rust look. The interior pump pushes the water and expels it via a two-tier barrel design.
Thus, the trickling sound of the water relaxes your mind and adds a peaceful ambiance to your outdoor setting.
All you need to do is place the outdoor water fountain in the outdoor space you like and plug in the electric water pump.
II. Kenroy Home Lincoln Fountains Wood Grain Finish
You must go for Kenroy’s Lincoln Fountain if you want to add a contemporary yet rust-textured waterfall fountain to your garden or patio.
The Lincoln floor fountain from the house of Kenroy Home is a four basin water fountain comprising a rectangular tower with a stepped look.
Thus, water flows from the top basin down to the bottom trickling from one vent to the other.
The fountain’s contemporary design with rustic coloring with wood grain finish gives it a vintage look. Therefore, it’s a perfect piece for your vintage-inspired outdoor space.
Plus, the indoor waterfall fountain emanates pleasant sounds of trickling water thus adding the element of tranquility to your outdoor space.
The outdoor water fountain features a thermal sensitive water pump comprising an industry-leading motor and other components. Thus, the pump shuts off when the water level is too low.
Besides this, the rustic lodge-style water fountain is quite durable as it is crafted from lightweight wood grain-finished resin. Further, the resin does not fade and chip easily.
Wall Fountains
I. Alpine Corporation Mirror Waterfall Fountain with Stones
The Mirror Waterfall Fountain from the house of Alpine Corporation adds natural beauty to your indoor or outdoor space.
This contemporary-looking wall fountain incorporates a reflecting mirror with water gently falling from the top of the mirror laying under the aluminum construction.
The falling water trickles onto the bed of natural stones at the bottom and produces a soothing sound, just like a natural waterfall.
Thus, the soothing water sound adds peace to your indoor or outdoor space and relaxes your mind.
Plus, the soft halogen light projecting onto the waterfall focuses your mind on the trickling water and takes negativity away.
This water fountain can embrace any corner of your home or office as it’s got perfect size and brings about peaceful sounds.
Remember, you need to use a soft terry cloth along with soapy water to clean the mirror.
II. Kenroy Home Royal Fountains Sandstone Finish
If you are looking for a classic wall fountain, then choose Kenroy Home’s Royal Fountain. This water fountain features a lion head accent and is crafted using sandstone finished resin.
In addition to this, the light sandstone finish goes with the ornate detailing thus adding elegance to it.
Plus, the textured paint coated on the top surface is resistant to any kind of chipping and fading. Therefore, the royal fountain is quite durable.
Besides its classic appeal, this Kenro wall fountain features thermal-sensitive pumps that shut off automatically when the water level is too low.
This keeps the internal electric pump cool, prevents any damage, and saves energy.
Additionally, the electric pump comprises an industry-leading electric motor as well as components that help in giving optimal performance.
What makes this water fountain unique is that the pump comes with a valve that controls the flow of water and prevents it from getting splashed.
To top it all, the soft LED lighting gives your patio, garden, living, or any other space the much-needed soothing glow.
Home Depot Rocks Water Fountains
I. Peterivan 4-Tier Cascading Resin-Rock Falls Tabletop Water Fountain
The Peterivan’s 4-tier cascading resin-rock water fountain is one of the bestsellers among small water fountains.
This portable water fountain is crafted from polyresin mimicking the look and feel of natural rocks.
It comes with a small plastic bowl at the bottom that holds the submersible pump circulating the water through a four-tier resin structure.
Thus, the water flows through all the tiers in a cascading manner and finally falls into the plastic bowl covered with a bed of natural rocks.
The cascading water brings about peaceful sounds of rippling water thereby adding tranquility to the surroundings.
Besides this, the small water fountain features an LED light that sits within a crystal-looking ball placed on the topmost tier.
Thus, the LED light adds to the calmness, relaxation, and beauty of any space where the water fountain gets placed.
It’s very easy to use as you just need to connect the LED light and the pump with a hose and then add water to the home depot rock fountain.
Then, you need to plug it into a standard electrical outlet to experience calmness and relaxation.
II. Sunnydaze 6-Tier Staggered Rock Falls Tabletop Fountain with Colored LED Lights
Another home depot rock fountain on our list is Sunnydaze’s 6-tier rock waterfall. Just like the above fountain, this one is crafted from durable polyresin and fiberglass material.
Hence, the small water fountain is sturdy yet easily portable. This rock waterfall fountain also incorporates footpads at the bottom to prevent any surface scratching.
In addition to this, the indoor water fountain features a splash guard placed right at the top tier to avoid any kind of water splashing.
Besides, the tabletop fountain runs with an electric pump that circulates the water through all six tiers. The water cascades to the bottom tier consisting of a soft LED multi-colored light.
This means the rippling sound of water combined with subtle lighting illuminating the water fountain adds to the stillness and serenity of the surroundings.
The tranquility is further enhanced with the quiet electric recirculating electric pump.
Moreover, this small water fountain is very easy to use. You just need to assemble it, add water, and plug it into a standard electric outlet.
Garden Water Fountains
I. Peaktop Water 4 Tiered Bowls for Outdoor Patio Garden Backyard Decking Decor
This cascading waterfall fountain is a perfect piece of decor for your patio or garden. It features four tiered bowls and stone textured columns stacked on top of one another.
This garden waterfall is crafted using resin oozing natural looking stone texture that is waterproof, rust-resistant, and durable.
Further, each of the tiers comes with a built-in LED light that illuminates the fountain and displays the beauty of nature in a magical way.
In addition to the lighting, the Peaktop’s garden water fountain includes an electric pump and all the necessary components for installation.
The pump drives water from the top tier and cascades to the bottom tier mimicking the sounds of natural waterfalls.
Thus, such soothing sounds block away the surrounding noises and add calmness thereby lending relaxation and peace.
II. Universal Lighting Ravenna Italian Fountain
The last on our list of the best water fountains of 2022 is Universal Lighting’s Ravenna Italian Fountain.
This garden water fountain is one of the best selling home decor items and is a perfect choice to add serenity to your surroundings.
Again, this outdoor water fountain is a classic garden or patio decor piece featuring spouted edges and three-tier basins.
The design reflects remnants of the Italian artistry offering a calming influence for your outdoor spaces.
Further, the garden water fountain incorporates an electric water pump responsible for the cascading water flow.
The water flows from the top basin and finally falls into the basin at the bottom thus bringing about calming trickling sounds of water.
Final Thoughts
Both indoor and outdoor water features like waterfall fountains, ponds, etc have physiological and psychological benefits for us humans.
Scientifically, surroundings closer to water bodies have increased levels of negative air ions that enhance your immune system and central nervous system.
Further, these add moisture to the environment that makes the air fresh and breathable. Besides this, the sound of water helps you in getting rid of the negative thoughts and gives you relaxation as well as calmness.
FAQs
1. Is it good to have indoor water fountains?
Ans: Besides adding beauty to your indoor space, indoor water fountains offer a host of mental and physical health benefits.
These include:
2. Which water fountain is good for the home?
Ans: A good water fountain is one that has the following characteristics:
3. Which water fountain is best?
Ans: The best water fountain is the one that has all the above-mentioned features.
4. Do indoor fountains produce negative ions?
Ans: As per research, high concentrations of negative air ions (NAIs) and low concentrations of positive air ions (PAI) provide physiological and psychological benefits to humans.
An increased concentration of positive ions in an environment may cause deadly diseases in humans.
Such diseases damage the immune system and might even lead to death in severe cases.
Conversely, high concentrations of negative air ions (NAIs) boost metabolism and strengthen interactions between the muscular and immune systems.
Further, they increase energy levels and produce health benefits for emotions, memory, and human development.
Additionally, NAIs also help improve the functions of the central nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, and promote hematopoiesis and enzyme activities.
As per research, NAI concentration is higher in areas close to the fountains than in those farther from the fountains.
The increased NAI concentration due to the presence of the water fountains results in improving spatial quality and health.
5. How do water features impact life?
Ans: There are a host of psychological benefits that water features like waterfall fountains offer to us, humans.
Firstly, it promotes an air of sophistication, elegance, and relaxation. This is because the trickling water stimulates our senses and in return produces emotional responses.
Further, the rhythmic sounds of the cascading water replace the negative thoughts with the thoughts of the water feature in front of us.
Thus, it offers us relaxation, calmness, and mindfulness.
6. Where should water fountains be kept in the house?
Ans: As per feng shui, it is advised to place the water fountain in the north direction of your house.
Besides this, you can even place it in the North and North-East directions as they are also compatible with water elements.
Do not place your water fountain in the south, south-east, and west directions as these directions are not at all compatible with the water elements.
Also, it is best to place the water fountains at the entrance of your house as these help in spreading positive energy.
Remember not to place the water fountains or any other water features in the middle of your house or your property.
7. Can you leave a water fountain on all the time?
Ans: It is quite challenging to turn the water fountain on and off quite frequently.
This is because the water pump in the fountain is designed in such a way that it can run continuously.
In other words, running the electric pumps for a long period of time enhances the lifespan of your pump.
Further, a running water fountain will keep it clean as the water will not stagnate and the bacteria will not get deposited.
Additionally, continuous running of the electric pump saves energy relative to switching the pump on and off frequently.
Finally, water fountains add moisture to the surroundings that help in keeping the air fresh and breathable.
8. What are the mental and physical health benefits of Indoor Waterfalls?
Ans: The following are the physical and mental benefits of indoor waterfall fountains:
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Best Anxiety Supplements of 2022 To Deal With Anxiety
/in Anxiety /by Akanksha Bajaj/Facts checked by Jenilyn GermataIn this article, you will learn:
Anxiety can be crippling if it comes together with chronic or long-term stress and diminishing overall health.
It’s basically the ‘fight or flight mode’ your brain enters into when faced with a stressful situation.
Anxiety is a natural response to stress. However, it becomes chronic when experienced consistently for a long period of time or comes out as a reaction to inappropriate circumstances.
This can interfere with your day-to-day functioning and result in severe diseases or disorders if left untreated.
In fact, anxiety affects people of all ages and can lead to symptoms of depression in a majority of cases. This makes it both necessary and hard to treat anxiety appropriately.
The conventional ways for treating anxiety include psychotropic drugs like SSRIs, SNRIs, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
In addition to these, there exist some best anxiety supplements like herbs for anxiety, vitamins for anxiety and depression, etc These help in relieving stress and dealing with anxiety issues.
In this article, we will talk about some of the best supplements for anxiety in 2022 that can help you in dealing with anxiety issues.
Herbs for Anxiety
I. Nature’s Answer Passionflower
The scientific name for Passionflower is Passiflora incarnata. It is a perennial plant that bears an egg-shaped edible fruit rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.
Further, the aerial parts of the Passiflora incarnata plant, its flower, as well as its fruit have medicinal properties.
As per literature, there is evidence for Passionflower has therapeutic properties. Passiflora has phytochemicals with health-promoting properties. As a result, it contributes significantly to reducing anxiety before the patients undergo surgery.
Thus, as per the study, Passionflower is an important herbal medicine. It treats Anxiety or Nervousness, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and other medical conditions.
It is one of the herbal remedies in reducing the negative effects of anxiety, restlessness, sleeplessness, and depressive states.
Therefore, one of the best passionflower supplements for anxiety is Nature’s Answer Passion Flower. These are Gluten-Free, Vegan capsules made from 500 mg of Passionflower Herb extract.
Further, the herbs are verified for authenticity through careful selection and testing in the laboratory.
II. VH Nutrition’s Kava Kava
Kava is a traditional beverage that has cultural and historic importance, specifically in Oceania.
It acts as a dietary supplement or anxiolytic agent in medications, besides its consumption as a beverage.
Kava as a dietary supplement relieves stress, enhances sleep and memory, and regulates mood. Further, serves as a pain reliever or a muscle relaxant due to its medicinal properties.
As per studies, daily intake of 1 to 3 capsules of Kava Dietary supplements proved efficient in treating mild and moderate anxiety.
However, there is an urgent need to control as well as assure the quality of Kava products. Though, kava products offer certain neurological benefits like reducing stress and anxiety.
The main ingredient of Kava products responsible for decreasing stress and preventing headaches is kavalactone.
However, there is growing evidence that consumption of Kava may be linked with a low incidence of cancer. Kava products come under the radar for their safety and efficiency. This is because low-quality cultivators used affect the composition of the final kava products.
One of the best kava for curing anxiety is VH Nutrition’s, Kava Kava. It’s a natural herb that helps in reducing stress and anxiety symptoms.
In addition to this, these capsules improve sleep, digestion, mental calmness, and positive moods. Plus, it also helps in reducing cravings, inflammation, and headaches.
But here is a caveat! Kava root is tough on your liver. Though, numerous studies showcase that Kava offers certain physiological and psychological benefits.
III. Herb Pharm’s Organic Valerian Root
One of the other popular and widely available herbal supplements for treating anxiety and sleep disorders is Valerian Root.
Valerian Root comes from a medicinal plant called Valeriana Officinalis. This is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and Asia.
As per literature, Valerian Root significantly has anxiety-reducing (anxiolytic) properties.
An extract of Valeriana Officinalis increases the Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) levels within the Central Nervous System. GABA is a naturally occurring Amino Acid that acts as a neurotransmitter inside your brain.
The neurotransmission stimulates inside the brain due to an increase in GABA levels. Thus, it resulted in calming effects in the body
Also, the extracts from Valerian Root support the inhibition of the enzyme system responsible for the breaking down of GABA. This helped in improving stress and maintaining sufficient levels of chemicals responsible for stabilizing mood.
However, there is limited data showcasing such benefits. The best Valerian Root supplement for anxiety is Herb Pharm’s Organic Valerian Root Liquid Extract.
It’s a liquid herbal extract that is alcohol-free, vegan, and gluten-free. Thus, it promotes relaxation and restful sleep. This is because it comes from the rhizome & roots of Valeriana officinalis plants.
Further, you must add water or other liquid for taste as the liquid extract is quite bitter in taste.
IV. Herb Pharm Certified Organic Lemon Balm
Herb Pharm Lemon Balm is a liquid herbal extract that provides calming support to your nervous system. It comes from the fresh herbs of Melissa Officinalis plants. This translates to Melissa meaning ‘honey in Latin or bee in Greek’. Likewise, Balm comes from the word Balsam which means “an oily sweet-smelling resin”.
Herb Pharm grows the herb in their own Certified organic farms. Therefore, this helps them extract lemon balm fresh.
In addition to this, the company extracts herbs in small batches with Certified Organic cane alcohol. This helps to keep the balance of phytochemicals in the plant.
Benefits of Lemon Balm
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V. Organic India Ashwagandha
Organic India Ashwagandha capsules are one of the best supplements for anxiety and sleep. These capsules act as daily dietary supplements for peaceful sleep and managing chronic stress and anxiety.
This is one of the best ashwagandha for anxiety and sleep that strengthens your immune system and improves brain function.
Ashwagandha, in Sanskrit, translates to “the smell of the horse”. Therefore, as per Ayurveda, this is one of the herbs for anxiety that give you the strength of a horse. Further, ashwagandha or Withania somnifera is classified as a rejuvenator.
Also, it helps to reinforce your body’s potentiality to respond and adapt to environmental, emotional, and physical stress as it is an adaptogen.
Benefits of Organic India Ashwagandha
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Vitamins for Anxiety and Depression
I. Sport’s Research Vitamin D3
Low levels of Vitamin D have been associated with negative emotions. As per the study, Vitamin D supplementation has showcased significant improvement in depression and depressive symptoms.
Besides this, Vitamin D supplementation has proved effective in coping with various other symptoms. These symptoms include stress, nervousness, anxiety, self-efficacy, self-esteem, happiness, or general well-being, life satisfaction, and mood.
Thus, studies like these indicate that Vitamin D is quite essential for good mental health. This is because Vitamin D has the potential to cross the blood-brain barrier, activate receptors in the brain cells, and has a direct impact on your Central Nervous System.
In addition to this, there is evidence that showcases an association between Vitamin D and Vitamin D Receptors (VDRs).
VDR plays an important role in the biological functions of Vitamin D. Further, it regulates the expression of innumerable genes involved in the functioning of the immune system.
One of the best Vitamin D3 supplements for anxiety is the Sports Research Vitamins D3. This supplement comes in the form of a soft gel capsule and is formulated with coconut oil.
Further, it delivers the same form of Vitamin D as produced in the body due to exposure to direct sunlight.
II. Nature’s Bounty Fish Oil Omega 3
Omega 3 fatty acids play an important role in maintaining mental health both during early childhood and adulthood.
This is because it is the most prevalent polyunsaturated fatty acid in our central nervous system. Accordingly, low levels of Omega 3 fatty acids may impact the functioning of the human brain and may contribute to brain disorders like depression.
As per research, poor levels of Omega 3 fatty acids have been associated with anxiety among the general population. It also contributed to other psychological disorders like Bipolar Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder
Thus, studies indicated that patients with depression improved on anxiety, depression, lassitude, libido, sleep, and suicidal ideation when treated with EPA form of Omega 3.
Nature’s Bounty Fish oil is one of the recommended Omega 3 supplements. These are fish oil soft gel capsules that are gluten and sugar-free. Also, these capsules do not contain any artificial colors or sweeteners.
Further, these capsules contain EPA and DHA forms of Omega 3 that support and maintain your circulatory and cardiovascular system.
In addition to this, these Omega 3 fatty acids contribute towards normal cell growth. This is because these fatty acids form an essential part of each cell’s membrane structure.
III. Natural Vitality Calm Magnesium Supplement
As per literature, Magnesium is an essential mineral required by the human body to support innumerable biochemical reactions for maintaining homeostasis.
Furthermore, it is also observed that inadequate levels of Magnesium contribute towards the causes of various affective mood disorders.
Accordingly, researchers have established a relationship between Magnesium levels and affective depressive states. This is because all the elements of HPA, an important hormonal response system to stress, are sensitive to the action of Magnesium.
As a result, lower levels of Magnesium are linked to depressive symptoms and suicidal thoughts in humans. However, 12 weeks of intake of 450 mg of Magnesium by humans showcased reduced depressive symptoms in a study.
Besides this, adequate levels of Magnesium also showcased mood-stabilizing effects in humans including a reduction in the signs of Anxiety, Mania, Bipolar Disorder, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
So, one of the best magnesium supplements for anxiety is the Natural Vitality’s Calm Magnesium Supplement.
This supplement is a gluten-free and vegan anti-stress drink mix to support a calming and relaxing experience. Further, this supplement comes in flavored powdered form that needs to be mixed in water until dissolved.
Thus, this healthy dietary supplement nourishes your body with all the vital nutrients to help maintain stress and give you a calming experience.
IV. Garden of Life Vitamin B Complex
A lot of observational studies showcase that there exists a relationship between a poor diet and inferior mental health.
Foods like meats, fish, green leafy vegetables, legumes, and nuts are indicated to enhance your quality of diet and hence your mood.
Furthermore, these foods are rich in Vitamin B. Hence, there exists a possibility that the link between mood and dietary habits can be moderated in part by intake of these micronutrients.
Thus, deficiencies in these micronutrients have been indicated to contribute to the underlying causes of mood disturbances and other psychiatric conditions.
This is because deficiency of these micronutrients restricts the metabolic pathways and accumulates protein-breaking chemicals in your body. As a result, increased levels of such chemicals have showcased increasing the incidence of poor mood.
Furthermore, Vitamin B also plays an important role in the synthesis and regulation of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. As you already know, these neurotransmitters play a significant role in regulating mood as well as clinical depression and anxiety.
Thus, supplementation of Vitamin B micronutrients reported an overall decrease in negative mood symptoms on the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale.
Therefore, to recover your Vitamin B complex level, Garden of Life Vitamin B Complex is the recommended choice amongst others.
It is an energy supplement in the form of Vitamin B Complex vegan capsules that comprise all the essential B Vitamins like B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B-12, folate, and biotin.
This supplement provides an increased daily value of essential B Vitamins providing enhanced mental and physical health. Besides this, the Garden of Life’s Vitamin B capsules also supports blood health, heart health, immune system health, and healthy stress response.
V. Doctor Best’s L-Theanine
Another best vitamin for anxiety and depression includes Doctor Best’s L-Theanine.
Doctor Best’s L-Theanine is a veggie capsule that helps to reduce stress and routine nervous tension. These capsules are L-Theanine with Suntheanine that contain 100% Suntheanine.
Suntheanine is a patented pure form of the amino acid L-Theanine that is made in Japan from green tea leaves.
As per research, the L-Theanine supplement crosses the blood-brain barrier within half an hour of its intake. Thus, it is able to directly impact the brain.
Benefits of Doctor Best’s L-Theanine With Suntheanine
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VI. Centrum Adult Multivitamins
Centrum Adult multivitamins is a complete, daily multivitamin supplement that comes with essential nutrients. These nutrients are important as they support the needs of your body
and enhance your health.
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Critical Ingredients
Centrum Adult Multivitamins contain 23 multi-nutrients. These include:
Some of the other multi-nutrients include vitamin C, B12, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc Iodine, Thiamin, etc.
This multi-nutrients help in maintaining the daily energy levels and your body’s normal immune function. Further, it also helps in metabolizing the macronutrients in the body.
Your body contains cells that lend structure, maintain and protect your DNA, and convert food into energy. These cells need both macro and micronutrients to restore themselves.
These micronutrients are nothing but essential vitamins and minerals that are critical for cell growth and function.
Thus, Centrum Adult Multivitamins are one of the best supplements that help in filling the nutritional gaps and support overall energy and metabolism.
Dosage
These are easy-to-swallow tablets where adults are suggested to have 1 tablet daily with food. These are not made for use in children. Also, it is recommended to consult a medical health professional before consuming these multivitamins if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any other medication.
Allergen Details
These multivitamins are verified Gluten-Free and Non-GMO.
VII. Culturelle Digestive Daily Probiotic Capsules
Culturelle is the daily probiotic supplement made up of the probiotic strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus (LGG). LGG is the most clinically studied strain of probiotics.
LGG helps in enhancing your digestive system, is able to survive the stomach acid, and serves as a strong barrier against the non-beneficial bacteria on your intestinal wall.
Probiotics are live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts provide health benefits.
The human body is made up of a number of bacterial cells. These reside in our mouth, nose, skin, and urogenital tract. However, the most important ones reside in our gut, which is called the gut microbiota.
Humans depend on these non-disease-causing, useful bacteria to undertake critical functions. These include synthesizing essential vitamins, protection against foreign pathogens, teaching the immune system to identify and attack harmful bacteria, etc.
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Benefits of Culturelle Probiotic
Some of the benefits include:
Dosage
It is recommended to take 1 capsule a day. However, if you are traveling, start consuming the probiotic two to three days prior to the trip for best results.
VIII. Amazing Formulas Pharma GABA Supplement
Amazing Formulas GABA dietary supplement lends an influential dosage of 750 mg per veggie capsule. This GABA supplement works in the following two ways in your body:
GABA or Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid is an amino acid that appears naturally in your brain and eyes. It is a neurotransmitter in your central nervous system that plays a critical role in controlling brain activity and muscle tone in the body.
Accordingly, it functions as an inhibitory neurotransmitter. In other words, typically, other neurotransmitters help in stimulating the neurons. However, GABA helps in slowing down the firing of neurons.
Therefore, GABA is a common ingredient that may assist in lowering stress and anxiety.
Health Benefits of GABA
Some of the many benefits of GABA include:
How to Use?
It is recommended to take 1-2 capsules 2 to 3 times daily between meals and typically with a fruit juice.
IX. Nested Naturals 5-HTP (Hydroxytryptophan) Supplement
Nested Naturals 5-HTP enhances a calm and relaxed state of mind by maintaining healthy serotonin levels in your brain.
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter (a brain chemical) that assists in managing your mood, appetite, and sleep-wake cycles.
An imbalance in the serotonin levels may interfere with your normal sleep habits and bring in mood swings.
Your gut produces the major portion of serotonin in your body. Therefore, instead of the brain, it’s your gut that has more serotonin.
This is where 5-HTP supplements shine. It helps in providing what your body needs to maintain serotonin levels.
5-HTP is the precursor to serotonin. Thus, supplemental 5-HTP may assist in maintaining the requisite serotonin levels in the nervous system.
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Benefits of Nested Naturals 5-HTP Supplement
Some of the benefits include:
Natural Remedies for Anxiety
I. Meditation
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has emerged as one of the well-known clinical applications of Mindfulness-Meditation.
Mindfulness refers to achieving the state of self-awareness by focusing on your life’s purpose, present, and serene experiences occurring moment after moment without having any judgments.
This form of psychotherapy has showcased increased benefits to individuals suffering from a wide range of medical and psychological conditions.
These include depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, chronic pain, cancer, and fibromyalgia.
It is observed that when meditation is used as an adjunctive treatment to the primary treatment, it reduces depression and anxiety symptoms.
Furthermore, mindfulness skills were observed to enhance one’s capacity to respond to aversive cognitions, sensations, and emotions. Also, mindfulness brings in self-awareness in the present moment without holding any judgments.
In other words, mindfulness interventions like meditation enhance your mood and reduce anxiety symptoms. It does this by reducing your tendency to react to negative mental and physical states with ruminative thought or maladaptive behavior.
Typically, people suffering from anxiety disorders may misunderstand experiences relative to normal people. In other words, they may showcase feelings of panic and fear when exposed to such experiences.
Likewise, people having depression strongly hold a negative view of themselves. Thus, meditation helps such people become consciously aware of their breath or the immediate present.
This in turn restricts the anxiogenic or depressogenic thought patterns that would otherwise increase the possibility of maladaptive behaviors.
These behaviors may include phobic behavior, social withdrawal, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts.
Furthermore, studies showcase that mindfulness meditation may lead to the detection of early signs of stress, ruminative thoughts, and physiological arousal.
Thus, it may give an opportunity to those practicing meditation to respond more effectively through coping responses.
II. Exercise
There are a number of studies showcasing that physical inactivity may also be linked to the incidence of mental disorders. In other words, such studies showcased an association between the level of physical activity and symptoms of anxiety and depression.
In addition to this, physical exercise is considered an important part of the treatment and improvement of many medical conditions.
Further, improved physical health contributes towards enhanced mental health. As a result, it is generally accepted that physical activity may have positive effects on mood and anxiety.
For instance, in one of the cross-sectional studies, recreational physical activity was correlated with better mental health.
In other words, the study showcased that the health of individuals improved in terms of fewer symptoms of both anxiety and depression. However, this occurred after various other variables like age, sex, sociodemographic status, and physical illness were controlled.
Furthermore, another study showcased a significant relationship between regular physical activity and a lower predominance of certain psychological disorders. These included major depression, social phobia, specific phobia, and agoraphobia.
Conclusion
Thus, it was observed that aerobic exercise training was more effective relative to mobility exercises for those with high trait anxiety or Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). In fact, it was concluded that the therapeutic effect of such training was comparable to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Another set of clinical studies suggested that physical exercise or training may be therapeutic for patients with anxiety neurosis and panic disorder.
This happens because physical exercise regulates the HPA axis and increases parasympathetic function. Further, e exercise also regulates sympathetic nervous system hyperactivity common in patients with anxiety disorders.
Also, regular physical exercise enhances anti-inflammatory mechanisms and anti-oxidant enzyme activity that help in reducing stress. Additionally, physical activity activates the dopaminergic and glutamatergic neurotransmitters, hence regulating the synaptic transmission.
Finally, aerobic exercise is effective in reducing high sensitivity to anxiety. This is because it may facilitate habituation to bodily sensations in a controlled and safe manner. As a result, it dissociates the person from the subjective anxiety experience and the consequent catastrophic perceptions.
III. Journaling
As per research, journaling about your own thoughts and feelings is one of the important parameters that make emotional writing therapeutic.
This is because one of the key benefits of expressing your emotions through a journal is that it releases increased emotional energy.
Further, journaling provides you a medium for self-reflection and self-understanding. Thus, when you start reflecting upon your thoughts, feelings, and behavior, you are initially doubtful, hesitant, and extremely confused.
Then, as you start understanding yourself more, you move towards resolving, clarifying, and addressing your doubts.
Now, self-reflection through writing a journal does not mean that you will understand your thoughts and feelings by merely putting them on paper. It is important for you to have the desired attitudes in order to understand your thoughts.
These attitudes include open-mindedness, wholeheartedness, and responsibility.
In other words, an individual who is open-minded benefits more through self-reflection by means of the journaling process relative to a close-minded individual.
Further, keeping a journal helps you learn how to cope, clarify feelings about your relationships, and increases your awareness about such relationships.
Thus, writing a journal helps you to organize your thoughts, find a reasonable solution to your problem, and thus reduces stress or anxiety caused by such thoughts.
Read more: The 16 Best Anxiety Journals
So, besides this, what are the other benefits of writing a journal? Journaling helps you to:
IV. Aroma Therapy
Aromatherapy or Clinical Aromatherapy is an integrative therapy that functions with traditional medical treatment.
It is claimed to be beneficial for managing pain, anxiety, depression, stress, nausea, insomnia, and overall well-being.
There are various categories for Aromatherapy. These include:
Accordingly, nursing health care comes under mind-body therapy. It makes use of essential oils that go with the therapeutic interventions to control anxiety.
The essential oils used in aromatherapy are derived from seeds, leaves, stems, needles, flowers, fruits, petals, woods and resins, grasses, and roots, and rhizomes.
How Does Aromatherapy Work?
There are four different methods of undertaking aromatherapy. These include:
Benefits of Aromatherapy
V. Deep Breathing Exercises
Deep breathing is another natural remedy for anxiety. It is also called abdominal breathing, paced respiration, belly breathing, or diaphragmatic breathing.
Deep breathing involves breathing deeply wherein you allow the air coming through your nose to fill your lungs and the lower belly to come out.
Now, the majority of us are not able to relate to such a kind of breathing. This is because of the cultural belief of having flat tummies which is certainly bad for our respiration.
Both men and women consider flat tummies as glamorous and, thus, typically hold their breath so that they have a flat stomach. This comes in the way of deep breathing and makes shallow breathing look normal.
This induces stress and anxiety because shallow breathing restricts the extent to which your diaphragm can move.
This stops the air from reaching the deepest parts of your lungs. And this makes you feel out of breath and anxious.
Therefore, deep breathing promotes the complete exchange of oxygen. In other words, a perfect process of taking in oxygen and giving out carbon dioxide. This further helps in lowering the heart rate and controlling the blood pressure levels.
How is Deep Breathing Done?
VI. Quit Caffeine, Alcohol, and Cigarette Smoking
Caffeine, alcohol, and cigarette smoking add to anxiety instead of relieving it. Typically, people depend on alcohol when anxious. No doubt alcohol acts as a natural drug that produces a calming effect.
However, this is very temporary and when everything settles down, anxiety makes a severe comeback. Those who depend on alcohol for relieving anxiety get addicted to it.
Likewise, cigarette smoking also adds to the anxiety. There are studies that show that chemicals used in cigarettes alter neural pathways associated with anxiety.
Caffeine, too, adds to anxiety as it leads to nervousness and may cause anxiety disorders. So, if you are facing anxiety or panic issues, having caffeine may add to your problems.
VII. Laughter
People take it lightly, but laughter certainly does you good. It may not cure all diseases, but it certainly positively impacts you, both in the short as well as long term.
For instance, it encourages a rich intake of oxygen, activates your heart, lungs, and muscles, and releases natural pain relievers or endorphins.
Likewise, it helps in reducing physiological symptoms of stress. It also helps in relieving pain, improving your immune system, and uplifting your mood.
Essential Oils
I. CBDistillery Cannabidiol (CBD) Oil
Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound of the Cannabis sativa plant, also known as Marijuana. As per research, CBD is reported to have therapeutic properties for treating anxiety disorders.
Over the Counter CBD drugs have been quite popular in the health and wellness markets all over the world. The very reason behind CBD’s increasing popularity is that it has the ability to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and enhance sleep.
As per the controlled clinical trial, it is observed that about 300 to 800 mg of CBD dose reduced anxiety in healthy subjects as well as patients with psychotic disorders. These disorders included Social Anxiety Disorder, Parkinson’s disease, psychosis, and heroin disorders.
Further, a number of observational studies, as well as case reports, indicate the CBD has therapeutic properties. Thus, it turned out to be effective in treating patients with anxiety and sleep disorders, Crohn’s disease, depression, and PTSD.
In fact, CBD also enhances sleep and depression that are often comorbid with depression. Moreover, CBD does not have unwanted side effects relative to the current antianxiety medications.
Thus, it could be more preferable over some of the medicines currently available with respect to its safety and side effect profile.
The most popular CBD oil is CBDistillery’s Full Spectrum CBD Oil Tincture – 1000mg – 30ml. It incorporates naturally occurring plant proteins, minerals, and vitamins that render all the beneficial effects of the Cannabis plant.
II. FGO Organic’s Chamomile Tea Bags
Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) is one of the most widely used herbal remedies in the world. It has long been used as a traditional remedy for its calming effect.
As per research, Chamomile is reported to have anxiolytic and antidepressant properties. The anxiolytic properties may relate to the modulation of certain neurotransmitters that bring calming effects.
As per clinical trials, Chamomile is reported to have significantly reduced anxiety in patients with anxiety disorders and minor depression.
Typically, healthy individuals have the highest levels of cortisol at the time of awakening. Then, this level increases further within 30 to 45 minutes after awakening. But, the cortisol levels decline sharply throughout the day.
However, patients suffering from anxiety disorders have lower awakening cortisol levels. Further, their sensitivity to cortisol diminishes due to chronic stress.
However, in a study investigating the effectiveness of Chamomile Therapy, it was observed that the morning cortisol levels increased when patients were given chamomile.
Thus, one of the best chamomile teas for anxiety is FGO’s Organic Chamomile Tea. This comes in a pack of 100 Chamomile tea bags filled with premium quality Chamomile from Egypt.
Further, there are various flavors to it like hibiscus, earl grey, spearmint, and dandelion root. So you can choose any as per your taste preference and get that soothing experience.
III. Plant Therapy Lavender Essential Oil
Plant Therapy’s Lavender Essential oil is one of the best lavender essential oils that help in dealing with stress and anxiety. This is USDA Organic and Non-GMO certified.
Lavender or Lavendula angustifolia essential oil has been used as a herbal remedy for centuries. The essential oil has a sweet, herbal floral scent and has a number of therapeutic effects.
These include relieving stress, anxiety, headaches, irritability, insomnia, and depression. It also helps in proper digestion and dealing with upset stomachs and loss of appetite.
You can diffuse the lavender essential oil half or one hour before bedtime. This will help you create a relaxing environment and get a peaceful sleep.
In addition to this, you can dilute 2-5% of lavender essential oil in your favorite carrier oil for topical use. For instance, you can apply it to your skin or scalp for fine lines or an itchy scalp.
12 Best Nicotine Patches of 2022 to Quit Smoking
/in Habits /by Alisha Bajaj/Facts checked by Jenilyn GermataNicotine patches can be an effective strategy to reduce nicotine addiction. Some of the best nicotine patches, according to the FDA, can help with:
These patches are usually available in different doses that match a particular rate of nicotine absorption. Moreover, the patches deliver a consistent and regulated amount of nicotine over the day. This means these patches help you to reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
Gradually, the patch’s strength decreases, helping you to pull yourself off nicotine slowly. Some of the best nicotine patches function as an alternative for cigarettes and other tobacco products.
Here is a list of some of the best amazon nicotine patches that will help you quit smoking easily.
I. NicoDerm CQ Step 1 Nicotine Clear Patch
The NicoDerm CQ Step 1 Nicotine Clear Patch is a small-sized nicotine patch that sticks straight to your skin and allows nicotine to travel through your skin to your bloodstream. This continuous supply of therapeutic nicotine reduces the cravings associated with quitting smoking.
With this NicoDerm patch, your body becomes accustomed to less nicotine as you progress throughout the quitting process.
Additionally, the “Extended Release SmartControl Technology” of the patch ensures nicotine isn’t delivered all at once or it doesn’t wear off too rapidly.
II. Rite Aid Nicotine Patches – Step 1
If you smoke ten cigarettes each day, a Rite Aid Nicotine Patches – Step 1 is a good choice for you. It contains an active component that aids in the reduction of cravings.
This nicotine patch provides you with 24-hour assistance to help you quit smoking. Each nicotine patch distributes 21 mg of nicotine over the course of 24 hours.
What’s great about this patch is that it comes with a self-help manual. This manual is for the behavior support program to assist you on your quitting journey.
This program emphasizes the positive transformation that quitting smoking can provide to your life and the wellbeing of the ones you’re quitting for.
You’ve already taken the first step; now use this patch to help you.
III. Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Patch
The Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Patch is one of the best nicotine patches that aids with nicotine withdrawal effects.
These include anxiety, irritability, sadness, insomnia, boost appetite, and nicotine urges.
These nicotine patches are available in three different nicotine concentrations.
You’ll make your way through all these steps throughout the course of your 8-week step-down program.
This will progressively diminish your nicotine dependence and increase your possibilities of quitting.
The good thing about this nicotine patch is that it includes a self-help handbook for the behavior support program.
This handbook helps you stop smoking and promotes the life-changing benefits that quitting smoking can bring.
IV. NicoDerm CQ Step 2 Nicotine Patches
NicoDerm CQ Step 2 is a simple to use nicotine patch as it gets easily applied to your skin.
It provides a continuous stream of therapeutic nicotine in the next 16 to 24 hours, depending on how long you keep your patch. This reduces nicotine cravings over time, making it simpler for you to quit smoking.
These patches are available in three different strengths. This allows you to progressively reduce the quantity of nicotine you receive as you go.
Depending on how often you smoke each day, you begin with either Step 1 or Step 2 Nicotine Patch.
The advantages and features of these NicoDerm patches are one-of-a-kinds.
Extended-Release SmartControl Technology provides:
In addition to this, these patches are also quick and simple to use.
V. Rite Aid Nicotine Transdermal System Patch, Step 2
This Nicotine Patch is a great alternative to quit smoking for those who smoke less than ten cigarettes a day.
Applying these patches reduces your desire to smoke cigarettes. These patches are designed to provide you with 24-hour support and come with a self-help guide. The self-help guide emphasizes the good effects of quitting smoking.
Thus, the Rite Aid nicotine patch helps you to stop smoking as well as enhance your health completely.
VI. Rite Aid Nicotine Patch Step 3
Rite Aid Nicotine Patch Step 3 is a translucent nicotine patch that could help you stop smoking permanently.
This patch helps in reducing nicotine urges throughout the day. It is designed with Extended Release SmartControl Technology. This begins releasing nicotine immediately and continuously throughout the day.
There are 14 nicotine patches in every packet, making this a 2-week kit.
Like most other Step 3 patches, it is suggested to take this for the first six weeks of an 8-week cessation program.
Furthermore, this nicotine patch helps those who smoke less than one cigarette pack per day as well as those who smoke less than a cigarette pack each day and have finished step 2.
Also, you can obtain a behavioral support program that assists you along with the procedure.
So, consider Rite Aid Nicotine Patch 3 if you’re looking for ways to quit smoking.
VII. NicoDerm CQ Nicotine Patches Step 3
The NicoDerm CQ Nicotine Patches Step 3 helps to manage urges by replacing some of the nicotine you might typically get from cigarettes.
These help in dealing with other withdrawal effects like concentration difficulties, irritability, restlessness, and stress.
Being one of the best nicotine patches, it is appropriate for persons who are shifting from a higher-dose nicotine patch to a lower-dose patch.
This is after finishing Steps 1 and 2 of a stopping program. Also, the Step 3 nicotine patch must be used for two weeks before switching to a lower-dose alternative.
Remember, this Nicotine Patch rapidly begins to release nicotine and continues to do so throughout the day.
You may place the patch on a clean, dry area of skin. It soon goes to work and provides therapeutic nicotine all day.
Regardless of how long you use it, a constant flow of remedial nicotine is administered via your skin for 16 or 24 hours.
VIII. Aroamas Nicotine Patches
Aroamas Nicotine Patches are tiny nicotine patches that are applied on the skin, similar to a band-aid. The nicotine from the patch travels through the skin, into the bloodstream.
This gives a light dosage of therapeutic nicotine to aid in controlling urges associated with quitting smoking.
This persists throughout the day to decrease nicotine urges and minimize unpleasant withdrawal effects.
This nicotine patch features advanced release technology to provide 21 mg of therapeutic nicotine quickly over the course of 24 hours.
And this helps in reducing nicotine desires in people who smoke more than one pack per day.
IX. Smoking Aid Stop Smoking Patch
Smoking Aid Stop Smoking Patch has been proven successful in moving you forward towards a smoke-free life.
The nicotine patch helps you create a healthy, non-smoking routine by slowly reducing your urge to smoke.
Not just that, Smoking Aid allows you to select the number of stickers that are suitable for you with the five-week guideline for various levels of smokers.
So, if you’re looking for ways to stop smoking, these patches can help you reach your aim of quitting smoking for good.
X. Habitrol Patches Stop Smoking Aid Patches
Habitrol Patches Stop Smoking Aid Patches are applied to help you quit smoking. Once the patch is applied, the nicotine gets absorbed by the skin.
Besides this, Nicotine gets transported around the body and binds to nicotinic receptors. This helps in reducing nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms after you stop smoking.
As you are aware, quitting smoking is difficult. However, your level of commitment as well as preparation the chances of success are high if you are prepared and committed to quitting smoking.
Some of the best Nicotine patches like Habitrol Stop Smoking Aid Patches are an important part of a comprehensive smoking cessation plan.
That’s why, if you want to quit smoking faster, use Habitrol Patches Stop Smoking Aid Patches.
You can rest assured that you get better results.
XI. Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Nicotine Patch Step 1
Nicotine withdrawal symptoms can be reduced with Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Nicotine Patch Step 1.These include anxiety, irritability, insomnia, depression, nicotine cravings, and increased hunger.
This nicotine patch is available in three nicotine levels: low, medium, and high.
You’ll work your way through these phases throughout the course of your 8-week step-down program. This will progressively reduce your nicotine dependence and increase your chances of quitting.
The good thing about this nicotine patch is that it is easy to use and allows users to enjoy the patch effects without consuming cigarettes. However, people who smoke more than ten cigarettes every day are likely to derive more benefit.
It is completely safe as the patch incorporates child-resistant pockets. These pockets prevent children from opening the box and consuming potentially dangerous chemicals.
XII. Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Nicotine Patch Step 3
Habitrol Nicotine Transdermal System Nicotine Patch Step 3 is intended to help smokers cope with nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
These include restlessness, nervousness, sadness, insomnia, increased appetite, and cigarette urges.
Further, this nicotine patch offers benefits and features which are as follows:
In addition to this, the patch comes with a self-help manual for the behavior support program. This would assist you in giving up smoking and promoting
the life-altering effects of cessation of smoking.
Finally, it also has child-resistant pockets to prevent children from opening the box and ingesting any harmful chemicals.
Nicotine Patch Reviews
The following links will help you know the reviews and ratings of some of the best nicotine patches.
Conclusion
The best nicotine patches listed above can be a very effective way for you to quit smoking. They may be able to assist you in overcoming your smoking cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
A nicotine patch is a type of nicotine replacement medication that you use in the morning and wear throughout the day.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved five forms of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT). These include nicotine patches, nicotine gums, nicotine nasal sprays, nicotine inhalers, and nicotine lozenges.
Nicotine patches provide a convenient solution to avoid cigarette urges as they deliver a consistent dosage of nicotine all through the day.
They eliminate the uncertainty by automatically controlling nicotine consumption. In addition to this, the patches are practically invisible compared to the nicotine chews and candies. This makes it an excellent choice for people who would like to quit secretly and is a good option for people who don’t like to chew gum or consume lozenges throughout the day.
To obtain the best results, if you’re using the nicotine patch or some other nicotine replacement therapy alternative, it’s critical to utilize it correctly.
Moreover, to increase your possibilities of success, combine your nicotine patches with a support program. These patches come with a behavior support program that guides users throughout the entire process.
FAQs
1. Do nicotine patches work?
Yes, nicotine patches are one form of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) approved by the FDA. Nicotine in tobacco is the main addictive element in tobacco which makes people both physically and emotionally dependent. NRT provides you only nicotine in five different forms and not any other injurious chemicals in tobacco.
The five different forms of NRT include nicotine patches, gums, sprays, inhalers, or lozenges. These help in providing relief from unpleasant physical withdrawal symptoms.
NRT can be useful in providing relief from physical withdrawal symptoms. However, to get rid of emotional dependency, one needs to take help of counseling services, mobile apps, and self-help materials.
2. What is the best place to put a nicotine patch?
As per the American cancer society, a fresh patch should be put every day in the morning on a clean, dry area of the skin, having less hair.
The best place to put a nicotine patch is anywhere below the neck and above the waist, say on the chest or upper arm.
3. Can you avail Nicotine Patches Free of cost?
All 50 states of the US and District of Columbia offer some or the other free telephone-based program. These programs connect the callers with trained counseling professionals and offer tools like self-help guides, nicotine patches free.
Some of them are as follows:
4. What are some of the best nicotine pouches?
As the name suggests, nicotine pouches are small pouches or bags that contain nicotine and other elements. These include flavors, water, plant-based fibers, and sweeteners.
Many companies make nicotine pouches as a safer option against smoking tobacco but they are not approved by FDA as a form of NRT.
Some of the commonly sold nicotine pouches include ZYN, Black Buffalo, etc.
20 Best Aromatherapy Candles of 2022
/in Relax /by Akanksha BajajAromatherapy candles consist of essential oils which have therapeutic properties.
Aromatherapy is nothing but the use of essential oils by their absorption through the skin or olfactory system for therapeutic benefits. The essential oils such as bergamot, lavender, etc act as aromatic scents and have therapeutic advantages. For instance, perfumes, aerosol sprays, some of the best aromatherapy candles, over-the-counter herbs, etc. contain these essential oils.
That is why, aromatherapy candles make you feel calm and relaxed as they release a soothing aroma or scent, relaxing the mind and body. In fact, there are studies suggesting therapeutic benefits of aromatherapy candles.
These essential oils come from leaves, stems, seeds, petals, flowers, needles, rinds and fruits, grasses, woods and resins, and roots and rhizomes. Further, the essential oils in aromatherapy candles, oil diffusers, incense sticks, etc treat various medical conditions and disorders. These include pain, anxiety, stress, insomnia, and depression.
Aromatherapy is both an alternative (together with medication) and an integrative (solo, without any medication simultaneously) method for certain medical conditions.
However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the United States does not regulate aromatherapy essential oils. This is because it classifies essential oils for aromatherapy as cosmetics as they are not drugs for treating diseases.
In this article, we list some of the best aromatherapy candles that you can have to make your aromatherapy sessions peaceful.
Bath and Body Works Eucalyptus Candle
Looking for candles for stress relief? Consider none other than the Bath and Body Works Eucalyptus Spearmint candles. These aromatherapy candles contain Eucalyptus and Spearmint essential oils that help you relax and calm down.
Further, these scented candles come in a jar made of glass and have an operating time of 25-45 hours.
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Chesapeake Bay Candle – Soy Candles With Essential Oils
Chesapeake Bay Candle is what you need to create a serene environment. It is a large glass jar candle that offers the calming and balancing advantages of Lavender.
Rich with essential oils, its fresh scent helps you to relax your body and calm your mind.
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SCNETORINI Scented Candles
SANTORINI Scented candles contain soy wax giving you a longer burn time. These are smokeless candles and are just the ideal size to carry them along wherever you go.
Made out of natural soy wax and lead-free cotton wick, these candles offer a clear and long burn time. Further, each of these aromatherapy candles comes in a beautiful, reusable beautiful tin.
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Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Scented Soy Candles
Mr. Meyer’s Clean Day scented soy candles are one of the best aromatherapy candles that fill your space with a soothing fragrance. Lavender is a herb with a clean, floral fragrance.
In addition to this, these aromatherapy candles contain soy, vegetable wax, and garden-inspired scents.
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Capri Blue Scented Candle With Glass Candle Holder
This one’s a stylish aromatherapy candle that comes in a signature silhouette and a vital cobalt blue look. Containing a mixture of sugary and citrus notes, Volcano Blue makes you feel like you are in scented heaven.
Further, these aromatherapy candles have a superior quality wax blend that burns for longer hours. Also, these fill your rooms with the captivating and tropical scent that you can’t get over.
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Diptyque Baies Candle
Diptyque Baies candles are great for aromatherapy sessions. Mainly crafted for indoor use, these come in a glass jar and are 6.5 ounces in size.
Further, the soothing fragrance fills your home with an alluring perfume helping you to relax.
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Thymes Frasier Fir Candle
If you are searching for some of the best aromatherapy candles with fragrances derived from natural botanical extracts, go for Thymes Frasier Fir candle.
Rich in important nutrients and antioxidants, these aromatherapy candles are made of Siberian Fir cedarwood and earthy sandalwood aroma that come together to create a forest fragrance that induces warmth and comfort.
Thymes scented candles are cruelty-free, are beautifully designed, and offer a unique signature fragrance.
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Yankee Candle French Vanilla
Yankee candle french vanilla is the scented candle that helps you set the mood, cherish memories, and enjoy the long-lasting scent. Make your aromatherapy sessions warm and calm with these Yankee candles.
These aromatherapy candles are made of high-quality wax which contains a perfect blend of fragrance oil.
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Chloefu LAN Fresh Linen Candle
Chloe Fu LAN fresh linen candles have been made taking your home and family into consideration. These are hand-poured candles that are made with a one-of-a-kind mix of essential oils, purest ingredients, and natural soy wax.
This combination gives out a beautiful fragrance that helps you relax and calm your body and mind.
Since these candles are toxin-free, they make for a clean burn. Also, these scented candles are made of high-quality soy wax and essential oil-based fragrances.
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Wax and Oils Soy Wax Aromatherapy Scented Candles
Wax and Oils Soy Oils scented candles are the best aromatherapy candles for sleep. These are made from soybeans and are fully biodegradable.
In addition to this, these scented candles have a cooler and long-lasting burn. This is because they are made of soy wax which has a lower melting point as compared to paraffin, beeswax, or petroleum.
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NEST Holiday Luxury Candle
Giving out spicy fragrances, the NEST holiday is one of the best luxury candles that you can own. The scented luxury candle sits in a glass vessel that is done with beautiful, frosted stripes that go with any decor.
Further, these candles uplift your mood and have a long burning time of 100-200 hours.
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Magnificent 101 Sage Candles
These sage candles by Magnificent 101 are what you need if you want to clear the negative energy. These aromatherapy candles are healing candles that are created for relieving stress, purification, clearing out negative energy, soothing anxiety, and boosting energy.
Simply burn these scented candles and sit to ward off negative thoughts to improve mental clarity.
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Madge Organic Jasmine and Rose Candle
Looking for scented candles with an organic base. Consider Madge Organic jasmine and rose candles. These are essential oil candles and do not have artificial fragrances.
The fragrance oils used have been developed in the lab and are concentrated synthetic oils with strong natural scents.
Also, these candles emit a fragrance that is healthy, headache-free, and toxic-free.
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New Moon Beginnings Peaceful Home Candle
The new beginnings peaceful home candles are one of the best aromatherapy candles that help in relieving stress, purification, and seeking blessings.
Further, you can set your intention and write the same, and put it under the candle during your healing session.
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LAFCO New York Water Hyacinth House & Home Candle
LAFCO Water Hyacinth is one of the leading natural-luxury candles that make you feel fresh. These aromatherapy candles come in a hand blown glass jar to add to the burning experience.
Further, these are biodegradable, have essential oil-based fragrances, and are chemical-free.
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Wild Beautiful Organic Dream Elephant Aromatherapy Candle
Wild Beautiful Free Dream Elephants are organic coconut wax candles that have a lead-free cotton wick. These help in relieving stress and are ideal for meditation, deep relaxation, and inducing sleep.
Further, these are organic, vegan, environment-friendly, and cruelty-free candles with no artificial dyes or fragrances. Also, these candles are hand-poured, biodegradable, and non-GMO.
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Bluecorn Beeswax Candle
Bluecorn beeswax candles are 100% pure beeswax votives that become molten and fill the container they sit in. Make sure you burn these candles inside a perfect-fitting candle holder to get the ideal results.
Further, these hand-poured beeswax votives are lead-free and unscented.
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Klayre Essence Soy Candle
Klayre essence soy aromatherapy candles are hand-poured candles made in the USA. These have a superior-quality fragrance and are ideal for aromatherapy, relaxation, and house decor.
Further, these candles contain soy wax and come in a jar.
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APOTHEKE Luxury Votive Jar Candle
APOTHEKE luxury candles are hand-poured containing perfume-grade fragrance oils and premium-quality soy wax. These candles are made with a unique wax, wick, and fragrance mixture that make for a strong and clean burn.
Further, these have a simple, beautiful design and have unique scents that enhance both the decor and the vibe of your space.
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Benevolence Eucalyptus and Orange-Scented Candles
Benevolence scented candles are all-natural soy wax candles that help in relieving stress and anxiety. This makes them one of the best stress relief candles.
Further, their therapeutic fragrance helps you to calm down, rejuvenate, and balance your mind and body.
These are 100% natural, have a strong fragrance, and offer a clean burn as they are free from paraffin and toxins.
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10 Best Earplugs for Sleeping of 2022
/in Relax /by Alisha BajajSleep is one of the significant needs for our survival, much like water and food. However, many of us are way too casual about the lack of sleep we suffer. Sleep impairment can result in sleep deprivation which has a host of negative effects. For instance, disturbed sleep may lead to fatigue, changed immune, metabolic, and endocrine function, poor daytime functioning, and short-term memory, etc.
Now, there are a host of factors that can cause sleep impairment. One of them includes ambient noise. And to help you have a sound sleep, you have some of the best earplugs for sleeping without much interference by the surrounding noise.
Noise severely impacts sleep even if you are in ideal situations.
But Why is Proper Sleep Important?
Sufficient sleep is necessary for the good health and wellbeing of us humans. Sleep is taken as an important process during which the human body gets time to repair and restore itself. Researchers have come up with two sleep categories based on EEG. These include Non-Rapid Eye Movement (NREM) and REM sleep. NREM is further divided into four different sleep stages, the second one being the REM stage.
As per studies, stages, 3 and 4 are important as they result in the secretion of growth hormones, tissue healing, and protein synthesis. Thus, sound sleep is important and this is where earplugs come in handy. Earplugs for sleeping are a simple, reasonable, and effective way to reduce or block out ambient sounds that result in disturbed sleep. Thus, there are earplugs for sleeping with snoring partners, noise-canceling earplugs, etc which help in achieving sound sleep.
Accordingly, there is a range of earplugs available. However, you must check which ones are designed for sleeping. Also, these come in a variety of materials, sizes, shapes, and prices. So, choose the one that best fits your needs.
In this article, we share some of the best earplugs for sleeping with their features and other specifications so that you can choose the one that solves your needs.
1) Flents Ear Plugs – Reusable Earplugs for Sleeping
Looking for reusable earplugs for sleeping. Go for Flents earplugs, the Protechs Quiet Contour Ear Plugs. These are made out of soft and comfortable foam that provides you with flawless hearing protection from ambient noise.
Further, these are designed in such a way that they fit you properly, reduce the common surrounding sounds so that you can enjoy a quieter environment.
Thus, Flents earplugs provide you hearing protection for loud noise, sleeping, construction, concerts, music, heavy machinery, etc., and enjoy silence by blocking the surrounding noise.
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2) QuietOn Sleep Earbuds -Noise Cancelling Earplugs
QuietOn 3 is one of the best active noise-canceling earplugs that you can have. Now sleeping with a snoring partner won’t be an issue. These noise-canceling earplugs make for the best earplugs to block the snoring noise of your partner, the outside traffic noise, or the noise from your next-door neighbor.
These sleep earplugs provide a sound, peaceful sleep and also help for insomnia. This means you can have a good night’s sleep and wake up fresh the next morning.
Further, these earplugs for sleep are beautifully designed and are one of the comfortable earplugs for sleeping.
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3) Mack’s Snore Blockers- Best Earplugs for Sleeping With a Snorer
Mack’s Snore Blockers serve as great earplugs for snoring. Sleeping with a snoring partner can be very disturbing and may lead to sleep impairment. Mack’s snore blockers are one of the best earplugs to block the snoring noise of your roommate or partner.
With these sleep earplugs, you can reduce noise, calm and relax, and have a sound sleep.
These doctor-recommended foam earplugs are made of high-quality, noise-reducing foam that ensures higher performance.
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4) ZQuiet Earplugs – Noise Reduction Earplugs
Seeking noise reduction earplugs for sleeping? Consider ZQuiet Earplugs that serve as sound-blocking earplugs and let you have a good night’s sleep.
ZQuiet sleeping earplugs are backed by scientific technologies that are proven sleep solutions. These earplugs reduce the surrounding noise by 27 decibels, allowing you to sleep in peace. Also, these earplugs are perfect for daywear, during work or travels, and even avoiding noise sensitivity at concerts or other events that involve loud sound.
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5) Hearprotek Sleeping Earplugs – Noise Blocking Earplugs
Here are sleep-blocking earplugs that will help you have a peaceful, good night’s sleep. Sleep Earplugs mask the sounds that cause disturbance as you sleep, although you still hear your alarm clock or your kids.
But, these earplugs will block the disturbing sound of music or snoring of your roommate or partner. In addition to this, these earplugs also help you to stay focused when working and reduce the risk of hearing damage from loud noise.
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6) PQ Wax Earplugs for Sleep – Wax Earplugs for Sleeping
PQ wax earplugs are noise-blocking earplugs if you’re looking for comfortable earplugs for routine use. These sleep earplugs have been tested for noise cancellation and thus help you reduce the annoying sounds while sleeping, working, or traveling.
These wax earplugs help you have a good night’s sleep because they stay in place the whole night. Also, these earplugs are waterproof, help you prevent infection, don’t come out, and do not exert pressure on your ears.
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7) Howard Leight Disposable Foam Earplugs – Foam Earplugs for Sleeping
These foam earplugs by Howard Leight are laser lite high visibility ear plugs that are easy to identify from a distance. They come in bright yellow and magenta color combinations that make for easy in-ear identification, even from a distance. In addition to this, these earplugs are small in size, which makes them perfect for smaller ears. Further, since these are made out of foam, they can be adjusted to fit in large ears as well.
In addition to this, these earplugs have a contoured T-shape, which makes for easy insertion and removal. Since they are ideal for any ear size, this makes them highly cost-effective and a good choice both for use as sleeping earplugs and comfortable earplugs for routine use.
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8) Bose Sleepbuds II – Best Noise Blocking Plugs for Sleeping
Want sleep plugs that come with soothing music that put you to sleep faster and better? Go for Bose Sleep Buds that are one of the best noise-masking plugs for sleeping. These sleep earplugs make use of sleep technology that is clinically proven to help individuals fall asleep faster. Further, the soothing music sounds like someone singing you a lullaby and putting you to sleep.
Given this, don’t confuse these sleep buds for headphones. These are specifically designed for sleep. No doubt they are designed much like small headphones, however, they serve you with soothing, sound masking sounds and not music or podcasts.
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20 Best Light Therapy Lamps of 2022
/in Relax /by Akanksha BajajIn this article, you will learn:
Do you often feel sleepy, fatigued, and anxious during the winter season? Are you having low-quality sleep due to irregular sleep-wake cycles?
Well, if that’s the case, then there exists an imbalance either in your exposure to light or darkness or your circadian rhythms.
But do you know that light therapy lamps can help you adjust to normal circadian rhythms?
Best Light Therapy Lamps
I. Verilux HappyLight Lucent
One of the best light therapy lamps is the Verilux Happy Light Lucent. It is a UV-free light therapy lamp that comes with an LED full spectrum light delivering up to 10,000 lux of light.
Since the lux light is UV-free, the therapy lamp is certainly safe and effective to give you a natural light therapy. Further, the LED light is flicker free, glare free, and hotspot free.
Besides this, this LED therapy lamp produces an evenly distributed light. This means you can enjoy your daily dose of healthy, natural, and bright light that has a positive impact on your health.
How? Well, the lux light improves your sleep, enhances your mood, energy, and focus thus leaving you relaxed and energetic.
As mentioned below, exposure to bright light during the first hours after waking in the morning stimulates hormones in your body. These hormones have a great influence on your sleep/wake patterns.
Further, Verilux Happy Light also helps you in enhancing your low mood caused due to winter blues, lack of exposure to sunlight, or jet lag.
Moreover, its portability feature makes it a perfect device for overcoming or reducing sunlight deprivation, insomnia, or winter blues on the go.
II. Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp
Another lamp on our list of best light therapy lamps is Circadian Optics is the UV-free LED happy mood lamps for seasonal light.
This is a sun lamp that incorporates longer lasting LED therapy light having an intensity of 10,000 lux.
Further, the lux light lasts for approximately 50,000 hours and generates a uniform dot-free light.
In other words, this mood lamp is designed in such a way that it produces natural full spectrum light of the same quality as of the noonday sun.
This means that this daylight lamp ensures that you get exposed to enough sunlight each day.
Remember, sunlight controls the different cycles within your body and also enhances your mood.
Accordingly, this sun lamp gives you the much needed light therapy that regulates your sleep, improves your focus and energy, enhances your mood, and overcomes the winter blues.
Besides giving you so many health benefits, the Circadian Optics light therapy lamp adds to the space decor and is a simple-to-use device.
Seasonal Affective Disorder Lamps
III. Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp for Seasonal Sunlight Changes
This light therapy lamp is one of the best SAD lamps that regulates your mood by exposing your body to natural light.
It is a mood light sun lamp that stimulates the brain chemicals responsible for generating a positive mood and hence overcoming the depressive winter blues.
During the winter season, due to less exposure to sunlight, your body’s circadian cycle gets disrupted. As a result, you do not get a healthy sleep at night. This further leads to sleepiness and lack of alertness during the day.
In fact, some people may even suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during the winter season due to lack of exposure to proper sunlight.
To overcome such challenges, you can use the Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp for seasonal changes that exposes your body to the optimal light thus stimulating it’s response to natural light.
This light lamp is an easy-to-use device as you just need to turn on the convenient button and expose yourself to the dot-free lights that are free from UV radiation.
Plus, it also adds on the space decor as the therapy lamp is sleek and stylish.
IV. Moodlight Light Therapy Lamp
The Moodlight Therapy lamp is another sun lamp for SAD that helps you to keep the winter blues away.
This is a seasonal depression lamp that exudes a UV-free light of 10,000 lux in intensity to mimic a bright sunny day.
Further, this light therapy lamp comes with flicker elimination technology and an optic glare control lens lighting. Thus, it helps you to reduce strain to your eyes and any sort of skin damage.
Also, to help you enhance focus, mood, and sleep cycle, this light lamp comes with 3 color mode settings to dim or brighten the light as per your comfort.
In addition to this, this light therapy box also features the functionality to memorize the brightness level under each lighting mode. This means you can customize your light depending upon the distance and light sensitivity for greater comfort.
Further, its portable design allows you to carry the therapy lamp along to your office or during travel.
And what makes this device unique is that it incorporates an auto-off timing function. This functionality allows you to conduct light therapy sessions from 10 to 60 minutes post which the lamp switches off automatically.
V. Nature Bright SunTouch Plus Light and Ion Therapy
The Nature Bright’s SunTouch Plus light therapy lamp offers you the healing powers of the blue sky indoors.
This is a soothing light therapy lamp that features clinically-proven Sky Effect technology that ensures a therapeutic experience for you.
Further, this mood lamp generates an optimal blue light of 8,000 Kelvin or 10,000 lux that is just perfect for enhancing your mood during the winter season.
In addition to this, the sun lamp features an air purifier emitting negative ions typically found in nature to uplift your spirits.
Thus, this sunlight lamp not only balances your body’s biological clock but it also refreshes and nourishes it.
Also, you do not have to worry about keeping a track of your light therapy sessions as this light therapy box switches off automatically. All thanks to the built-in timer with 15, 30, 45, and 60-minute intervals that allows for customize use of the device.
Besides this, you need not worry about its portability as the lamp’s design is extremely sleek, slim, and upright that it can fit anywhere.
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VI. Verilux Happy Light UV-Free Therapy Lamp
The next on our list is the Verilux Happy Light Therapy Lamp that generates UV-free, natural light to give you the much needed light exposure for a healthy living.
The happy lights range of lamps from the house of Verilux offer few of the best light therapy lamps to enhance your mood, focus, and energy levels.
These lamps produce UV-free full spectrum light of up to 10,000 lux so that you conduct natural light therapy sessions safely and effectively.
Further, the healthy natural light exposes your body to optimal light to help you overcome winter blues, insomnia, and sunlight deprivation.
Besides this, it also relaxes and revitalizes your body as it maintains your body’s biological clock and ensures proper sleep.
Further, this sun lamp incorporates a sleek design that is simply perfect for use at home and on tabletops like counters, desks, etc.
VII. Circadian Optics Light Therapy Lamp UV-Free LED Happy Mood Lamps
Another great product from the house of Circadian Optics is the LED Happy Mood Lamp. This light therapy lamp generates the kind of light your body requires.
The light is UV-free, of 10,000 lux intensity, and mimics the colors of daylight. Further, it exposes your body to the full spectrum light quality same as that of the noonday sun.
Thus, such an intensity of the light regulates the biological cycles within your body, enhances your mood, and controls sleep-wake cycles.
Further, it also increases the serotonin levels that help in uplifting your mood, overcoming winter blues, improving focus, and boosting energy levels.
Also, the light lamp is quite effective and long lasting as it generates light that lasts for about 50,000 hours.
VIII. SMY Blue Light Therapy Lamp
This is a blue light therapy lamp that exudes light of the intensity of 10,000 lux. This light intensity is similar to the one emitted during bright sunny blue sky.
This is a perfect fit for natural light therapy in case you do not go outdoors or if you live at a place where there is not enough sunlight.
As per the research conducted by Center for Environmental Therapy and National Institute of Health, light therapy lamps help in reducing the tiredness caused due to the winter blues. Plus, such lamps also help in overcoming the seasonal depression, jet lag, and effects of day-night work shifts.
The scientific research also suggests that the blue lights are the most energizing form of lights. These lights help in stimulating hormones that influence our sleep-wake patterns and hence help in improving our sleep quality.
The SMY Blue Light Therapy lamp comes with an adjustable stand and an auto-timer which help you to conduct your light therapy sessions.
Additionally, it comes with two modes of brightness that you can adjust depending upon the usage.
IX. Lavish Home Feet Sunlight Floor Lamp
Another full light spectrum sun light lamp is the one from the house of Lavish Home. This one is a floor lamp that emits bright white light. The illumination so produced makes the colors look vibrant and as a result help in reducing eye stress and fatigue.
The source for the bright light is the 27 Watt CFL Bulb emitting light equivalent to an ordinary 150-Watt bulb, but utilizes a lesser amount of energy.
Further, the unique thing about the light source is that it lasts up to 5,000 hours which is 5 times longer than the other bulbs.
Also, this daylight lamp incorporates a gooseneck design that enables you to adjust the lamp as per your need while reading, working, or doing intricate artwork.
It’s a floor lamp and is completely portable. So, you can place this sun lamp anywhere in your office or home.
In fact, you can even place these full spectrum light therapy lamps in spaces or rooms that have minimal sun exposure.
X. Circadian Optics Lumine Light Therapy Lamp
If you want to go for a happy mood lamp for seasonal sunlight changes, then the Lumine Light Therapy Lamp from Circadian Optics is a great option.
This one is a mood light sun lamp that incorporates both form and function. This means that Circadian’s Happy Light Lamp not only exposes your body to the right amount of light, it also acts as a great piece of decor for your home or office space.
You do not have to worry about the harmful rays as the white light does not emit unwanted UV rays. This therapy lamp features an LED natural light lamp that lasts for approximately 50,000 hours.
Plus, the LED emits dot-free light that is similar in quality to the full-spectrum light during the noon time of the day.
Besides this, the lux light lamp is quite user-friendly as it operates with a single touch. Plus, there are 3 modes of brightness that you can customize as per your need.
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XI. AMZCOOL Happy Energy Light Box
One of the best SAD lamps is the Happy Energy light Box from AMZCOOL. This is a daylight light therapy box that emits high-quality full spectrum light without any UV rays.
The LED lights exude 10,000 lux intensity light that provide you with sufficient energy to cut the winter blues, jet lag, shift work, seasonal changes, and get high-quality sleep.
Besides this, these happy lights come with an adjustable stepless dimmer so that you can change the brightness settings as per your need during a light therapy session.
However, make sure that the light is placed towards your eye but do not look into the light directly. Furthermore, start with 10 minute sessions.
Once your body gets used to light exposure, increase the usage time gradually. Use this sun lamp preferably in the morning.
XII. Eligpowht Light Therapy Box Lamp
Another great SAD lamp is the light therapy box lamp from Eligpowht. This is a light therapy box that features an LED lamp emitting 10,000 lux intensity light.
The light emitted is UV-free and non-evasive. Further, the light therapy lamp incorporates a unique appearance with a 4 timer function for you to choose between 15, 30, 45, and 60-minute therapy sessions.
This means the minimum light therapy session that you can conduct is 15 minutes. Gradually, you can increase the session time as your body gets used to the increased light exposure.
Plus, the design of this happy lamp is extremely sleek which means you can place this in your office, at home, or carry it while traveling .
The feature that makes this therapy light different from others is that it incorporates a tablet design. This design offers better efficiency, uniform illuminance, and large light-emitting therapy area.
Also, the lamp comes with a 90 degree rotation standing bracket so that you can position the light as per your need.
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XIII. YeeBright Light Therapy Lamp
This is one of the best light therapy lamps for Vitamin D. It features UV-free LED light that emits light of 10,000 lux intensity.
In other words, this light therapy lamp brings 6500 K light that gives you the requisite energy and hence keeps you focused.
Further, the lamp also has 5 different modes of brightness so that you can customize light brightness levels as per your need. You can adjust the brightness level using the Dimming Function.
Plus, this happy light lamp has a sleek design, is lightweight, and is super portable, which means you can place it in your office, at home, or take along during travel.
XIV. Verilux HappyLight Bright White Light
The next best light therapy lamp for Vitamin D is the Happy Light Luxe lamp from Verilux. This lamp is one of the largest selling light therapy lamps of Verilux delivering upto 10,000 lux intensity for safe and natural light therapy.
The bright light therapy enhances your sleep, revitalizes your mood, enhances energy levels, and improves your concentration.
And the best part about this product is that you can customize the brightness levels, color temperature, and the session time of your therapy.
Additionally, the sun lamp is extremely portable as its extremely thin and comes with a detachable stand and wall mount. This means you can use it on the go to cut the winter blues and insomnia.
Bright Light Therapy Lamps
XV. Aura Day Light Lamp
The Aura daylight therapy lamp is a premium sun lamp that emits a 10,000 lux light intensity to help you to beat the winter blues, sleep disorders, jet lag, low energy, and work shift adjustment.
What makes this light therapy lamp a premium item is that it features a lux adjusting dial that gives you complete control over your light therapy session.
Accordingly, the range of the lux light ranges between 3,500 to 10,0000 lux. Plus, you can adjust the lamp to an 85 or a 70 degree angle as per your own comfort.
In addition to this, this therapy lamp also has an in-built timer that gives you the flexibility to adjust the time of your therapy session at 10 minute intervals.
This means your daylight therapy lamp will automatically switch off once your treatment is complete.
XVI. Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Light Therapy Lamp
Another great bright light therapy lamp alternative is the Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Light Therapy Lamp.
It’s a daylight lamp that produces 10,000 lux intensity light penetrating through a safe, glare-free screen.
The screen is 12 inches wide which ensures that you do not have to sit too close to the lamp unlike the other sun lamps from competitive brands.
Further, the LED light is UV-free and projects light downwards to achieve maximum effectiveness. Also, this light therapy box comes with 2 modes of brightness levels that you can adjust for an effective light therapy session.
Thus, with exposure to optimal light, you can get relief in case you are suffering from mild sunlight deprivation and insomnia.
Remember, that you need to use the daylight lamp during morning time, shortly after you wake up. Also make sure that you place the lamp above your eyes for an effective therapy session.
Besides this, ensure that you are facing towards the lamp with your eyes open. However, do not look into the light directly.
XVII. Wobrikosee Light Therapy Lamp
The next best bright light therapy lamp is the Wobrikosee’s Light Therapy Lamp. This light therapy box incorporates a simple and an ultra-thin design lending extreme portability.
This means you can use this lamp at home, office, or during travel. To make things simple for you, this therapy lamp comes with a long cord so that you can place it on any of the table tops near the switch.
Besides the simplicity in design, the sun lamp is extremely functional as it comes with 4 levels of brightness and two lighting mode options for you to adjust as per your need.
You can adjust the brightness levels using the dimming function with just a touch of a button.
In addition to this, you can control the timing of each light therapy session as this lamp has four in-built timer options.
And do not worry about exposure to harmful rays as the light emitted from the lamp is UV-free, eye, and skin friendly.
This means your body gets exposed to the optimal light so that you can be energized which in turn enhances your mood, and helps you overcome insomnia and lack of sun exposure.
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XVIII. Magicteam Sun Therapy Lamp
This light therapy lamp from the house of Magicteam beats all the competitor sun lamps as it incorporates 10 modes of brightness and 7 timer settings.
This means an enhanced level of customization is possible to carry out light therapy sessions. You can set the timer at the interval of 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, and 60 minutes.
The best part is that it does not produce any humming noise and has an auto-off function.
Further, this sun lamp emits 10,000 lux light intensity and can be customized up to 10 levels of brightness. So, you do not have to worry about the light adaptation.
Considering the design, it’s extremely user-friendly and incorporates a flexible placement design. This means you can place it anywhere.
Also, this light therapy lamp has a memory function that can automatically restore your previous brightness and timer.
It is important to note that the light has been approved by authorities like FCC, CE, and RoHS. This means any sort of an accident has already been taken care of.
XIX. Wolezek Red Light Therapy Lamp
If you are looking for an infrared light therapy lamp, then you must go for Wolezek’s Red Light Therapy Lamp.
This lamp emits 660 mm red and 850 mm near infrared combo light that is invisible to your eyes.
Further, this therapy lamp comes with a lamp holder and therapy glasses so that you can use the equipment conveniently.
Also, the infrared light delivers infrared heat to your body. As a result, it stimulates the muscles of your body and heals the damaged tissue.
Phototherapy Lamps
XX. Cloudhead Phototherapy Lamp
This is one of the best phototherapy lamps as it is extremely portable, lightweight, and easy-to-use.
Further, this light therapy lamp comes with a built-in timer with an LCD display that allows you to control the time of each session digitally.
This therapy lamp exudes 311 mm of UV phototherapy light that is within the ranges specified.
Please ensure that you do not use this therapy lamp without reading the manual, without UV goggles, in the bathtub, and for cosmetic tanning.
It is not a medically-claimed therapy lamp. Further, any dietary statements regarding the light lamp have not been approved by the FDA.
What is Light Therapy?
Light Therapy is a procedure to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder, Sleep Disorders, and certain other conditions by exposing oneself to artificial light.
The artificial light source can be light boxes or light lamps producing a light intensity between 2,500 and 10,000 lux.
All living organisms have a biological clock that is influenced by the cycle of light and darkness.
This clock is a part of your brain and is located above the area where nerves travel to your eyes. This area is called Suprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN).
What Are Circadian Rhythms?
As per the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, circadian rhythms are mental, physical, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle. These natural processes respond to light and dark and impact all living beings.
How Do Circadian Rhythms Impact Your Health?
Your biological clock regulates your circadian rhythms including your sleep patterns, hormonal secretion, body metabolism, and feelings of alertness and sleepiness.
Thus, the timing of your body clock or circadian rhythms plays a significant role in the timing of your sleep period.
Now, there are some people who are more productive during the evenings, feel sleepy during the day, and have a tough time waking up in the morning. This means they have a delayed circadian rhythm.
However, there are others who feel alert during early mornings, feel sleepy early in the evenings, and wake up easily early in the morning. Thus, such individuals have an advanced circadian rhythm.
Accordingly, having a delayed or advanced body clock means a person is experiencing a sleep phase disorder.
Therefore, to adjust the body clock to its normal cycle, such a person needs to expose himself to a morning or bright light. And this process is called light therapy.
In light therapy, your eyes are exposed to intense but healthy light for specific repeated time intervals.
Artificial light in the form of light lamps is used in latitudes where sufficient light is not available, especially during the fall or the winter season.
Light Therapy for Depression
Light therapy is also used for treating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). In fact, as per a study, Bright Light Therapy is also used to treat other depressive disorders.
These include chronic depression, premenstrual depression, antepartum depression, and bipolar depression.
Use of Light Therapy to Treat Depression
SCN
The Suprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN)is the part of the human brain that incorporates the body clock regulating the specific rhythmic functions throughout the day.
It consists of thousands of neurons within the anterior hypothalamus that enable mammals to maintain the circadian cycle in their body functions.
However, this function of regulating circadian rhythm stops if the SCN is damaged.
Primarily, light regulates the circadian system within the human body. Thus, when light passes through your eyes, it falls on the retinal cells that perceive and convert the information regarding the light-dark cycle.
Further, these retinal cells are connected to the SCN through the Retinohypothalamic tract which is not a part of your visual system.
Remember that the regulation of your body clock or circadian system depends on the duration, wavelength, light intensity, and the time period for which your body is exposed to light.
Thus, the SCN is regulated by serotonergic neurons arising in the ralph nuclei. Also, the Pineal Gland gives direct feedback to the SCN.
The Pineal Gland gives feedback to the SCN through hormones called Melatonin and Serotonin.
Melatonin
Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the Pineal Gland in a specific circadian pattern depending on the light-dark cycle.
It is a chemical marker that signals seasonal variations of the light-dark cycle to all cells.
Further, Melatonin gets synthesized from its precursor Serotonin before it gets distributed in the body. And its pace of secretion is controlled by SCN.
Studies showcase that if a human is exposed to light, the circadian rhythms inside his body are altered. Further, it also suppresses the secretion of Melatonin.
Serotonin
Serotonin is another hormone that originates in the ralph nuclei of the brain stem. This hormone regulates your behavior, emotions, and circadian rhythms.
There are a number of studies showcasing that seasonal changes lead to change in the serotonin levels in the human brain.
Further, a change is also witnessed in serotonin-related behaviors.
The most important physiological mechanism that controls the synaptic serotonin levels is the reuptake of serotonin into the presynaptic neuron via serotonin transporter (5-HTT).
Remember that high 5-HTT density is associated with low extracellular serotonin and vice versa.
Thus, the highest 5-HTT density occurred during the dark months in autumn and winter. Whereas, the lowest 5-HTT density values occurred during the summer season.
This explains why SAD occurs during the winter or fall season in humans.
How Does Light Therapy Work?
As mentioned above, the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN) is a part of Hypothalamus, a peanut sized within the brain containing cells that regulate sleep and arousal.
The SCN receives information about light from the eyes when exposed to a light source and controls your behavioral rhythm.
Thus, individuals having a damaged SCN sleep throughout the day as they are unable to match their circadian rhythms with the light-dark cycle.
Further, the brainstem at the bottom of the brain passes neural signals to the hypothalamus to regulate the sleep-wake cycle.
You must know that the brain stem consists of structures like pons, medulla, and the midbrain. Also, the hypothalamus and the brain contain cells that promote sleep and hence generate a brain chemical called GABA.
This chemical is responsible for reducing the activity of the arousal centers within the hypothalamus and the brain stem. It is important to note that even the brainstem sends signals that relax your body.
Now, the Pineal gland located between the two hemispheres of the brain receives signals from the SCN.
These signals enhance the production of melatonin – a sleep inducing hormone. Thus, the increased production of melatonin helps you sleep once the lights go down.
However, some of you are unable to coordinate their natural sleep-wake cycle using natural light. Hence you need to take some amount of melatonin at the same time during each day in order to stabilize your sleep patterns.
As mentioned above, when artificial light falls on the melanopsin – the receptor cells in the retinal ganglion – it converts light into neural signals.
Remember that melanopsin in the SCN is responsible for suppressing pineal melatonin secretion.
Further, it also improves alertness and decreases depression.
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Do Light Therapy Lamps Work?
Bright Light Therapy is a non-pharmacological treatment that is used to treat SAD.
The American Psychiatric Association requested to carry out a number of independent studies to test the efficacy of BLT in seasonal and non-seasonal depression.
In all the trials, dawn simulation was used to test for SAD and BLT was used as an ancillary therapy to psychopharmacological treatment in non-seasonal depression.
The results of such research showcased impressive results. In fact, the results were either equal or superior to the results displayed by most psychopharmacological trials.
However, none of the results were in favor of the BLT ancillary to psychopharmacological treatment in non-seasonal depression.
In addition to this, a subsequent placebo-controlled randomized trial of BLT showcased results in favor of light therapy.
This trial was carried out in a sample of 102 patients with non-seasonal depression who were treated with sertraline.
The study showcased that patients exposed to bright light experienced a reduction in depression.
Another study was conducted among randomly selected people from four areas: Nashua, New York, Montgomery County, and Sarasota. These individuals were sent a Seasonal Pattern Assessment Questionnaire (SPAQ) to estimate the prevalence rates of winter SAD, summer SAD, and subsyndromal winter SAD.
The results of the study showcased that the Northern Latitudes showcased a higher rate of winter SAD and subsyndromal SAD.
In addition to this, the study showcased a positive relationship between the latitude and a higher rate of winter SAD prevalence in the age groups over 35 years.
Further, no correlation existed between the latitude and summer SAD.
In addition to this, another study was conducted to study the impact of latitude on the prevalence of seasonal depression.
In this study, random telephone numbers of individuals across 8 degrees of latitude for the province of Ontario were collected.
In other words, an equal sample of people was taken from 8 strata of 1 degree each and who became a part of the experiment for a 12-month period.
As a part of the experiment, each individual over 20 years of age and having lived in the region for 3 years or more was interviewed. It was a structured diagnostic interview that was undertaken over a telephone call.
In all, 1605 individuals completed the interview. Further, the results of such an experiment showcased that the prevalence of lifetime SAD was 2.6%.
However, there was no impact of the latitude on the prevalence of either major depression or the seasonal subtype across the 8 strata.
But, the latitude was observed to be negatively correlated with the severity of the seasonal change in mood of an individual.
How to Use a Light Therapy Lamp?
First, you need a light therapy lamp that is clinically tested to treat depressive disorders and sleep disorders.
Further, such a therapy light must have an intensity of 10,000 LUX. In case it is white light, then the intensity must be 3,000 – 4,000 Kelvin.
Additionally, the light must have a broad field of illumination and be UV-filtered. Also, the therapy lamps must incorporate a glare-free diffuser and should be adjustable for optimal positioning.
To use the light therapy boxes or lamps, you first need to place the lamp at the center in front of your eyes.
Then, you need to set the lamp enclosure at about a 30-degree angle from its vertical height. Besides this, the middle of the lamp enclosure must be 12 to 14 inches away from your eyes.
Remember, you must open your eyes and position them approximately at the center of the light lamp.
You can read, work on your computer, or eat during light therapy sessions. Further, each session must be 20 to 30 minutes long. You may adjust the session time depending upon your body’s response.
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20 Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks of 2022
/in Psychology /by Alisha BajajWe live in modern society. Thus, the work timings and social demands in modern society have a negative impact on the performance as well as the well-being of a large proportion of the population.
Such a negative impact occurs due to an asymmetry between the internal timing of the human body and the external timing of the natural environment. This asymmetry exists due to a huge gap between preferred and actual sleep timing at an individual level.
The results of such an asymmetry are quite severe. These may include:
Remember, that the work and social demands of modern society create severe challenges for both the extreme cases i.e. early risers and night owls.
One of the challenges includes experiencing the high intensity of sleep inertia. Sleep inertia is the transient period after sleep. The intensity of sleep inertia in an individual depends on the sleep timing and the sleep phase upon awakening.
However, the fundamental factor impacting the intensity of sleep inertia is the preceding amount of sleep. Thus, people who are sleep deprived have an increased level of sleep inertia. Further, lack of morning light may also increase sleep inertia. This is because the phase-advancing stimulus of morning light is absent.
Thus, in modern society, it is very important to reduce the impact of sleep inertia. This is because the modern world demands alertness and high performance in the early morning.
Here comes the sunrise alarm clocks. So, let’s understand what is a sunrise alarm clock and some of the best sunrise alarm clocks of 2022.
What Are Sunrise Alarm Clocks?
Sunrise Clocks are also called Light Alarm Clocks. These sunrise or dawn simulation alarm clocks have advanced ‘the sun rising or sunset simulation’ technology. This technology mimics a natural sunrise or sunset.
Thus, the sunrise alarm clock gradually increases the light intensity and thus, gently prepares your body to wake up at a selected time in the morning. In other words, the sunrise clock mimics the gradually increasing light of the sunrise so that you wake up naturally.
Likewise, the dawn simulation light decreases the light intensity and thus, gently prepares your body to sleep at a selected time at night.
In other words, the gradually increasing light simulates the natural light and hence would brighten up slowly to wake you up gently. In other words, the dawn simulation light mimics the gradually decreasing light of the sunset so that you wake up naturally.
As we already know, human beings are naturally adapted to wake up to the rising sun and sleep at the sunset. So, the simulated sunrise while waking up can give your body a gentle and natural boost in the morning. While the simulated sunset while sleeping can relax your body so that you have a comfortable sleep at night.
Remember, your eyes are more sensitive to light in the early morning hour than when you are awake. So, relatively low light levels of a simulated natural sunrise during that period prepares your body for waking up and getting alert.
Thus, a sunrise clock is a great way to wake up in the morning. This is because you feel fresh and all set to go.
Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks
There are many brands selling sunrise alarm clocks having varied features. However, it becomes really challenging to decide as to which sunrise alarm clock is best or what is the best wake-up alarm clock?
Well, we have prepared a list of some of the best sunrise alarm clocks that wake you up with light. Though, our favorite is the Philips SmartSleep Wake-up Light, Colored Sunrise, and Sunset Simulation.
Thus, here are the sunrise alarm clock reviews or daylight alarm clock reviews in order to help you choose the one that suits your needs the best. So, you can choose the one that suits your needs and then buy sunrise alarm clock on amazon.
1.Jall Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock
This is one of the top sunrise alarm clocks encompassing a wake-up light with a sunrise simulation. It is a wake-up light radio alarm clock designed specifically for heavy sleepers. Plus, it has a simulation light that increases in intensity gradually and incorporates 7 natural sounds.
The simulation light turns on 30 minutes before the time when the alarm is set. In addition to this, the brightness of the simulation light increases gradually beginning from 10% and reaching to full 100%.
You can also reduce the time for the process of light simulation to start in case you feel that 30 minutes is too long. Thus, the very intent behind the light simulation is to help you wake by nature.
And to top it all, there are 7 different color-changing lights for you to choose from. These colors include blue, indigo, purple, red, orange, yellow, and green. Additionally, the light alarm clock has a 3 Level LED time display brightness plus an adjustable 20 Level lighting brightness.
Besides this, the light alarm clock features a dual alarm and snooze functionality. Therefore, you can set two different alarms as per your need or any other member of your family. Plus, the snooze functionality allows you an extra sleep time of 9 minutes so that you can start your day fresh.
So to switch on the snooze feature, all you need to do is press the “Snooze” button at the top of your sunrise alarm clock. Not only this, you can turn on snooze up to five times at a given point in time.
In addition to this, the Jall Wake Up Light alarm clock also features an FM radio. And to switch it on, you just need to press the ‘Radio’ button on the upper right of the clock. Remember to hold the radio button for two seconds to switch it on and automatically scan all the stations with frequencies 76 – 108 MHz.
You can also use the Jall light alarm clock as a side table lamp by pressing the light icon button on the upper left of the clock.
2. Philips SmartSleep Wake-up Light, Colored Sunrise and Sunset Simulation
One of the smartest products that the Dutch Multinational Conglomerate offers is the Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light. Why smartest? It’s because the Philips wake-up lights are clinically proven.
In other words, the physicians and pharmacists recommend Philips Wake-Up lights to develop a healthy sleep and wake routine. Thus it is one of the best alarm clock with sunrise simulation.
The Philips Wake-Up light personalizes your sleeping and waking-up experience through its sunset and sunrise feature. The intuitive dimming light display during sunset prepares your body to fall asleep. While, the colored sunrise simulation using a combination of light and sound wakes you up in a more natural way, unlike the traditional alarm clock.
Furthermore, Philips Light Alarm Clock is one of the best sunrise sunset alarm clocks proven to give you an easy and energetic wake-up. Plus, it has also proven to enhance your mood in the morning.
Again, this is a wake-up light radio alarm clock that comes with certain other smart features. These include FM radio, tap snooze, a choice of 5 natural wake-up sounds, and an automatic dimmable display. Also, you can use it as a bedside reading lamp with 10 brightness settings.
3. LBell Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock
The LB01 Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock from LBell is one of the most sought-after alarm clocks with sunrise simulation and sleep aid. This is also a wake-up light radio alarm clock.
Sunrise Simulation is similar to a sunrise. In other words, the wake-up light incorporated in the sunrise alarm clock gradually changes the color as well as brightness. The color changes from dark red to bright yellow and such a change happens before the alarm clock goes off.
Whereas, the sleep aid feature in the alarm clock simulates natural sunset. How? Well, you can set the brightness, duration, sleep music, and volume beforehand. Thus, when sunset comes, the light gradually dims along with the music. This helps you to fall asleep quickly.
Further, the sleep aid feature will turn off automatically the moment light achieves the level that you had set in advance.
Plus, the upgraded wake-up light inside the clock incorporates some advanced features. These include setting the lighting time, lighting brightness, and alarm volume. Moreover, this clock is more user-friendly with regard to your different needs.
Further, the LBell’s sunrise alarm clock also features 7 different colors of light and 20 levels of warm light. Thus, you can use the clock for a night light or reading light. Besides this, you can even use it during occasions or as decor to create a great experience.
And the additional features that make LBell’s sunrise alarm clock different include FM radio, a USB Port, and a dual alarm clock feature.
To turn on the FM radio, all you need to do is to long-press the FM button for a minimum of 2 seconds. Subsequently, the radio will start and automatically scan all the stations. Note that the clock can save up to 40 channels. Plus, you can also set the radio to the alarm clock as well as the sleep aid sound. So wake up in the morning and sleep at night with your radio turned on automatically.
In addition to this, the USB port at the back of the alarm clock allows you to charge your phone and other sets of devices while using the alarm clock.
Further, you do not have to worry about setting multiple alarms as the alarm clock features the functionality of setting different alarms. Therefore, you can either set one alarm for weekdays and the other for the weekends. Or, you can set one alarm for yourself and the other one for your partner or spouse.
Also, LBell’s wake-up light sunrise alarm clock also offers 7 different natural sounds to set up the alarm clock. Plus, its snooze function allows you to take an extra sleep of 9 minutes.
4. Philips SmartSleep HF3500/60 Wake-Up Light Therapy Alarm Clock with Sunrise Simulation
This is one of the other remarkable Philips light sunrise alarm clocks. It incorporates a natural wake-up light that simulates sunrise. Further, its color changes from yellow to bright yellow.
Plus, the Wake-Up Light alarm clock also exudes sound that gradually increases in volume to complete the wake-up experience. Thus, the gradual increase in the intensity of light and sound makes you feel more refreshed in the morning.
You can even personalize the brightness with 10 light intensities. Additionally, the alarm clock features certain smart functionalities that make it unique. These include the snooze functionality and using the alarm clock as a reading lamp.
Plus, the wake-up light is clinically proven as well as proven to give you easy and energetic mornings accompanied by a good mood.
5. HeimVision Sunrise Alarm Clock A80S Smart Wake Up Light
The Sunrise Alarm Clock with A80S Smart Wake Up Light is an exquisite product from the house of HeimVision. What makes this modern alarm clock unique is the Alexa Voice Controlling functionality.
This means you can exercise intelligent control on the alarm clock with the support of Amazon Alexa Echo. For this, you just need to connect your smartphone to the “Smart Lift‘ app and give a simple voice command to Alexa for controlling the alarm clock.
Further, like every other sunrise alarm clock, the HeimVision’s Sunrise Alarm Clock incorporates a wake-up light. You can use this light to set regular wake-up and bedtimes. Besides this, the light incorporates sunrise and sunset simulation.
Sunrise simulation means a gradual increase in light intensity just like a natural sunrise. That is, the wake-up light mimics the sunrise to enable you to wake up more naturally.
On the other hand, the sunset simulation means gradual dimming of the light to your set duration. In other words, the wake-up light mimics a sunset to enable you to feel relaxed and sleep effortlessly.
In addition to this, Heimvision’s wake-up alarm clock incorporates 7 different kinds of alarm clock sounds. Plus, it comes loaded with an FM radio feature that allows you to add any channel’s sound as your new alarm clock sound.
Additionally, the sunrise alarm clock also features the considerate snooze function thus allowing the heavy sleepers an extra 15 minutes of sleep. This allows people who take some extra time to prepare themselves for the day ahead.
So, if you are a heavy sleeper, all you need to do is switch on the Snooze button to enjoy a prolonged wake-up sleeping.
Last but not the least, Heimvision’s wake-up light alarm clock has an outstanding built-in speaker with a volume range delivering three different soothing natural sounds. These soothing sounds act as a defense against the disturbing noise at night. Thus, you feel relaxed and are able to sleep more comfortably.
6. Philips SmartSleep Sleep & Wake-up Light Therapy Lamp, With Sunrise Alarm & Sunset Fading Night Light
As the name suggests, this is a battery-operated sunrise alarm clock from Philips SmartSleep. It is a light therapy lamp and one of the best wake-up sunrise alarm clocks.
As per research, Light Therapy Lamps and sunrise alarm clocks enhance your level of energy, sleep, and overall wellbeing.
Thus, this is a wake-up light therapy alarm clock that mimics natural sunrise and sunset. The feature of Sunrise Simulation gradually increases the light intensity during dawn for you to wake up naturally with colored sunrise.
Likewise, it is one of the best dawn simulator alarm clocks that incorporates the Sunset Simulation feature. This feature gradually dims the light intensity during sunset for you to fall asleep with new relaxed breathing functionality.
Further, it’s an easy-to-use natural sun alarm clock incorporating some of the advanced features. These include exuding seven different natural sounds, an FM Radio feature, defending against white noise, and an enhanced power backup.
Plus, the Philips sun lamp alarm clock also comes with a USB port and an AUX Dock. Thus, you can easily charge your mobile devices by simply connecting the devices through the USB port. Also, you can plug in your speaker to the AUX Dock to enjoy your own music.
7. HomeLabs Sunrise Alarm Clock
This one is again a lithium battery-operated sunrise alarm clock from the house of Home Labs. It’s a wake-up sunrise alarm clock having a warm LED inside. The LED gradually brightens thirty minutes before the alarm time. Thus, such a function allows you to wake up gently in the morning.
Likewise, it is also one of the best dawn simulator alarm clocks that features a sleep timer with sunset simulation. The sunset simulation feature gently dims the light during sunset for you to relax and sleep well. Plus, you can also use it as a night lamp for reading or simply lighting the room.
Plus, it’s a modern alarm clock for heavy sleepers. How? Well, the wake-up light gradually increases in intensity along with your choice of nature-inspired sounds. Therefore, it gives you a pleasant experience while starting your day.
Additionally, this gentle light alarm clock also features an easy-to-use snooze button to stop the alarm and turn off the light. Plus, you get an extra sleep of 5 minutes so that you can start your day fresh.
Besides this, the HomeLabs Sunrise Alarm Clock has 8 colorful light options emitting vibrant colors like green, red, blue, purple, or yellow. Additionally, the clock also has the FM Clock Radio.
8. Lumie Bodyclock Rise 100 – Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Sunrise and Sunset
One of the best light wake-up alarm clocks is the Lumie Bodyclock Rise 100. It’s a Wake-Up Alarm clock with sunrise and sunset simulation.
The sunrise feature mimics nature’s sunrise and wakes you up naturally with light. The intensity of the light gradually increases over a 30-minute period. As a result, it wakes you up naturally at your alarm time when the light is the brightest.
In fact, you can customize the light intensity as per your need and wake up in a room brightly lit with warm glowing light.
Thus, Lumie Bodyclock wakes you up gradually and more effectively with a glowing light. This is unlike the traditional sound alarm clock that wakes you up abruptly. Furthermore, the Bodyclock makes you alert and ready for the day the moment you are awake.
In addition to this, the sunrise simulation feature also helps in resetting your biological clock that maintains your daily circadian rhythms or wake-sleep cycle.
Additionally, the Bodyclock also features the sunset simulation functionality. Accordingly, the intensity of light fades away during sunset, just like the natural sunset. Thus, the fading light releases the sleep hormone melatonin and hence prepares your body for sleep.
Besides this, the wake-up light alarm clock also features an optional alarm beep and a snooze button.
9. FITFORT Wake Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock
One of the other alarm clocks that wake you up with light is the FITFORT’S Wake-Up Light Sunrise Alarm Clock.
The natural light alarm clock features intelligent sunrise and sunset simulation. The sunrise simulation features increase the light’s intensity gradually starting from 10% to 100%. Thus, the color of the wake-up light changes from a gentle red to bright sunlight.
Whereas, the sunset simulation feature does exactly the opposite. Accordingly, the intensity of light gradually reduces from 100% to 0%, thereby mimicking the real sunset.
Plus, the wake-up light has seven colors and seven natural sounds to suit your waking-up and sleeping needs.
Also, the FITFORT Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock features a snooze button that allows you to have 9-minutes of extra sleep. So, you need not worry in case you take extra minutes to wake up even after the original alarm.
Besides this, you can even customize the wake-up light’s brightness as per your need.
If this is not enough, the FITFORT’s Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock also has a USB port for you to charge your mobile devices.
Plus, the clocks offers two sets of alarms. You can either set one alarm for weekdays and the other for the weekends. Or, you can set one alarm for yourself and the other one for your spouse or your child in case you have different waking-up times.
And to personalize your waking-up and sleeping experience all the more, the sunrise alarm clock also has an FM radio. This allows you to wake up with your favorite radio show or helps you to sleep at night.
10. Hatch Restore – Sound Machine, Smart Light, Personal Sleep Routine, Bedside Reading Light, Wind Down Content, and Sunrise Alarm Clock for Gentle Wake Up
One of the best gradual light alarm clocks with white noise is the Hatch Restore Sunrise Alarm Clock. This wake-up light alarm clock offers you a unique combination of soothing sounds, white noise, and glowing lights that enhances your mood anytime.
Thus, the custom sunrise feature helps you to wake up naturally as the gradually increasing light supports the healthy cortisol levels.
Additionally, the Hatch Restore is a smart sleep assistant that helps you to fall asleep and wake-up fresh in the morning. The Hatch Restore includes a free trial of the Hatch Premium App. You can subscribe to the app in case you want to access an ever-growing library of content. The content includes meditations, sleep stories, soundscapes, and much more that relax your mind and prepare your body for sleep.
Thus, Hatch Restore sets your wake-up and sleep routine at place. You can even set the wake-up time, alarm sound, and sunrise color as per your need. As a result, the Restore will mimic the natural sunrise so that you can wake up gently and not abruptly. This makes it easier for you to go out of bed with more energy.
Finally, you can control the Hatch Restore Sunrise Alarm Clock either using the soft-touch buttons or via a free companion app.
11. Philips Somneo Connected Sleep and Wake-up Light Therapy Lamp
The Wake-Up Lights from Philips are clinically tested. As a result, the Philips Wake-Up light helps you to get out of bed gently and prepares your body for a comfortable sleep.
The Philips Somneo is one such Sleep and Wake-Up Light Therapy Lamp that comes loaded with easy to use premium features. It is a smartphone-enabled light therapy lamp and a sunrise alarm clock that creates the ideal sleeping and waking up environment in your room. Such an environment is created using a built-in bedroom sensor.
As the name suggests, the built-in AmbiTrack sensor measures your bedroom’s temperature, noise, light, and the level of humidity. Accordingly, the sensor suggests recommendations pertaining to the room environment to enable you to have a better sleep.
Plus, the RelaxBreathe light-guided breathing program helps you to fall asleep comfortably and wake-up naturally to a simulated sunrise.
In addition to this, the wake-up light therapy lamp gives you full control as you can set the alarm, light intensity, sound, and color of the sunrise as per your need. All you need to do is download the SleepMapper app and customize the features via a click of a button.
Also, to make the sleeping and waking experience extremely easy and comfortable, the therapy lamp comes loaded with certain premium features. These include FM radio, power back up, USB mobile phone charging, AUX dock with quality speaker, full dim clock and smart touch display.
12. TITIROBA Wake-Up Light, Sunrise Simulation Alarm Clock
Another wake-up light and sunrise alarm clock that helps you wake up in the sunrise is the TITIROBA Wake-Up light and Sunrise Simulation Alarm Clock.
It’s an extremely user-friendly wake-up light alarm clock incorporating a sleek design and easy one-off setting operations.
Just like other sunrise clocks, the TITIROBA Wake-Up light clock comes with the sunrise and sunset simulation feature.
Accordingly, the sunrise feature simulates the natural dawn via an ideal therapy lamp and a natural sound. Thus, it enables you to wake-up gradually and beat the morning blues.
The sunrise simulation process starts 10 minutes to 60 minutes before the preset wake up time. Further you can customize the light upto 20 levels, volume up to 16 levels, and sounds upto 7. Plus, you can even set your favorite radio show in place of the natural sound in case you wish to wake-up listening to it. And you need to press the snooze button in case you want to sleep for those extra minutes.
Likewise, the clock’s sunset feature simulates the real sunset that relaxes your body and helps you to sleep. The sunset simulation takes between 10 minutes to 120 minutes before it completely vanishes. Plus, you can set natural sounds as well as FM radio along with the sunset simulation. This will help you to get rid of issues like sleeplessness.
Besides using it as a sunrise and sunset alarm clock, you can also use it as a night lamp for reading or as a night light. In addition to this, the alarm clock allows you to set dual alarms in case your partner needs a separate alarm. You can even set one alarm for the weekdays and the other for the weekends.
And you do not have to take the pains of charging your phone separately as the TITIROBA sunrise alarm comes with a 5V/2A USB port for charging your phone.
13. Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Sunrise Simulation and Sunset Fading Night Light
Another Philips sunrise alarm clock that wakes you up naturally is the Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510. It’s a light therapy lamp and a sunrise clock that enhances your sleep quality, overall energy levels, and well-being. Plus, it’s one of the best night light alarm clocks.
To set the Philips Wake-Up light alarm clock, you need to choose between a 12-hour and 24-hour clock. Then, you can adjust the time accordingly.
Further, this clinically proven wake-up light has a sunrise and sunset simulation feature. A soft UV-free light with up to 300-lux illuminance gradually comes on 30 minutes before alarm time. In other words, the light increases in intensity as your selected time approaches.
In addition to this, the wake-up light also comes incorporated with an FM radio. Thus, you can either wake-up listening to your favorite radio show or to one of the preset natural sounds.
Plus, it also offers a snooze function in case you want that extra sleep of 9 minutes.
Likewise, the sunset simulation feature dims the light gradually and gives you 20 brightness settings to control the light’s illuminance. Thus, the dimming of light relaxes your body and prepares it for a comfortable sleep.
Additionally, you can use this wake-up light as a bedside lamp for reading or use it as a night lamp. It is perfect for a night lamp as the Wake-Up Light is designed with rubber and anti-slip feet. This, the light sits securely on your nightstand.
Furthermore, this Philips wake-up light is quite user-friendly as you can use easy-to-use touch keys on top of the lamp to access any of the features.
14. Tiyoon Wake Up Light Bluetooth Speaker, Table Lamp Alarm Clock
The TIYOON store presents the wake-up light and a table alarm clock that incorporates bluetooth speakers to make your waking-up experience as natural as possible.
This wake-up speaker lamp is a 12 hour digital alarm clock that uses natural sounds to wake you up gently every morning. In addition to this, it comes with easy-to-hit clock button so that you can pause the alarm as well as music.
In fact, the Tiyoon Wake-Up clock gives you much more control as you can even customize the lighting time, lighting brightness and alarm volume as per your need.
Plus,it features 5 colorful light modes that generate a warm light so that you and your baby can have a good night sleep. And to enhance your sleep quality further, the wake-light clock incorporates a disturbance free mode from 10:00pm to 7:00am. This mode is enabled by default and all the prompt sounds on your device are muted except the alarm clock feature.
In addition to this, the TIYOON wake-up light comes loaded with a wireless bluetooth 5.0 speaker. So, you can connect your phone, iPad, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices to play music of your choice.
Additionally, you can use this colorful and aesthetically appealing alarm clock as a piece of decor for your living room, bedroom, or study.
15. Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 – Wake-up Light Alarm Clock
Every new piece from Lumie’s Bodyclock series of wake-up light alarm clocks comes with enhanced features that make your waking up experience all the more natural.
This one is the Lumie Bodyclock Shine 300 that will wake you up to a much more brighter and natural environment. Waking-up to light is the most effective way to anchor your biological clock to your wake-up time.
Thus, the Bodyclock Shine 300 sunrise simulation feature allows you to set the duration of sunrise between 15 minutes to 90 minutes. So instead of a jolted start to the day, you wake up gradually and naturally at your alarm time. It is because at your alarm time, the light is at its brightest. Thus, it helps you to feel awake and ready for the day.
Further, you can change the final light intensity and choose a sound or a radio station of your choice in case you need an additional alarm to wake up.
Likewise, this natural light alarm clock also features a sunset simulation feature. This feature simulates the natural sunset. Accordingly, the wake-up light fades away gradually over a duration of 20, 30, or 45 minutes.
As mentioned above, the fading light makes you naturally feel drowsy. This is because it signals your body that its time to release the sleep hormone melatonin. Additionally, you can even listen to a soothing natural sound or your favorite FM show to have a more relaxed sleep.
16. Heimvision Sunrise Alarm Clock, A70C Wake up Light
The Heimvision Sunrise is one of the best daylight alarm clocks inspired by natural sunrise and sunset. Further, this compelling wake up with the sun alarm clock is a best budget wake up light.
It comprises both the sunrise and sunset simulation features that prepare your body to wake-up as well as sleep naturally. The sunrise simulation feature mimics the natural sunrise as the light of the clock decreases in its intensity gradually. It begins with a soft red glimmer and then slowly turns into a bright yellow light.
To make the experience more natural and gentle, the Heimvision sunrise alarm clock plays a natural sound or your favorite FM radio station during the sunrise. Thus, it makes you feel fresh and ready for the day ahead.
Likewise, the sunset simulation feature gradually decreases the light’s intensity. Thus, the fading light relaxes your mind and helps you to relieve the day’s stress. Plus, you can use the built speaker for generating natural sounds. These sounds produce white noise and weaken the disturbing noises at might. Thus, you get a comfortable and a good night’s sleep.
Additionally, the clock incorporates a dual alarm feature. So, you can set two separate alarms. Thus, you do not have to worry in case your spouse or your children have a different wake-up schedules.
And in case you need an extra 9-minute sleep in order to feel fresh during the day, you just need to press the snooze button.
Also, the Heimvision sunrise alarm gives you full control as you have 7 natural sounds, 7 colors, and 20 dimmers to choose from.
17. Lumie Bodyclock Active 250 Wake-Up Light, Alarm Clock
Another Lumie Bodyclock that makes to our list of sunrise alarm reviews is the Lumie Bodyclock Active 250. It’s a semi-circle shaped battery operated sunrise alarm clock simulating a natural sunrise. The 42 W SES halogen wake-up light gradually increases in intensity over 15, 20, 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes. Thus, it wakes you naturally with a sunrise that gradually brightens.
Likewise, the gradual light alarm clock mimics a natural sunset. Thus, the intensity of light decreases signalling your body to wind down and sleep.
Further, this is a white noise sunrise alarm clock. Thus, it offers 6 different sound effects including white noise, rooster call and crashing waves as well as a digital FM tuner. These white noises and wave sounds would help lull you to sleep at the end of the day.
Further, its a perfect sunrise alarm clock for those who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or winter blues. They can use it both as a dawn simulation and bright light therapy to kick off their day with good energy levels.
In addition to this, the Lumie Bodyclock Active 250 offers a nightlight feature as well as a security option. Accordingly, the wake-up light will turn the light on while you are not at home or are away from your room.
But what makes this Lumie Bodyclock unique is that it offers display in seven different languages. This besides other advanced features like an FM radio, snooze button, and a power backup.
18. Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Sunrise Simulation and Radio, White (HF3505)
This is a clinically proven philips smartsleep sleep and wake up light therapy lamp which is one of the top rated sunrise alarm clocks.
It’s a wake up with the sun alarm clock that simulates the natural sunrise and wakes you up feeling more refreshed. This Philips sun clock increases the light intensity gradually turning yellow light to bright yellow.
To make the experience more natural, the white noise sunrise alarm clock incorporates an FM radio and 2 natural bird sounds. This makes you feel energetic and improves your overall functioning during the day.
In case you want to sleep for those extra 9 minutes, you simply need to tap the snooze button. Besides this, the clock also features a beep function to ensure that you wake up on time.
Additionally, you get to wield over this Philips sun clock as you can personalize the level of brightness with 10 light intensities.
19. Uplayteck Wake Up Light Alarm Clock with Bluetooth Speaker Uplayteck
This one is a bluetooth sunrise alarm clock from the house of Uplayteck. It’s a light therapy lamp alarm clock that uniquely combines Wake-up Alarm Clock, Colorful Lights and Bluetooth Speaker in one.
Thus, the 5 color light modes, 4 brightness levels, and 3 natural sounds offer you as well as your child the perfect environment to wake up naturally. So, wake up to the surreal sounds pumping out through advanced bluetooth V5.0 technology wireless speaker.
Thus, the advanced bluetooth speaker allows you to connect a maximum distance of 393.7 inch/ 10m. Plus, the speaker streams out a crisp treble, detailed mid, and resonating bass that makes your waking as well as sleeping experience completely natural.
So, to get such an experience, all you need to do is simply connect the smart alarm clock with your smart phone, iPad, laptop, PC and other bluetooth-enabled devices.
Besides the sunrise simulation feature, you can use this light therapy wake up lamp as a night lamp as well.
Further, the night mode offers you a sound sleep due to its default disturbance free mode that gets enabled from 10 pm and continues till 7 am. As a result, all the beep sounds on the device are muted apart from the alarm clock function.
Now, the uniqueness of this wake-up light alarm clock lies in playing the music as well as the standby time. Thus, the clock supports music playing up to 10h. Plus, it supports super long standby time up to 160 hours.
20. Homagical Wake Up Light Alarm Clock, Sunrise Alarm Clock with Sunset Simulation
One of the other best smart wake up alarm clocks is the one offered by Homagical. The battery operated sunrise alarm clock offers intelligent sunrise and sunset simulation.
Accordingly, the sunrise simulation feature gradually increases the illumination of light just like the natural sunrise. This allows your body to wake up gently and not jolted. The color of the light changes from gentle red to a bright sunlight within a duration of 10 minutes to 60 minutes.
Thus, the intensity of light begins from 10% and reaches 100% before your actual alarm time. This means the light is the brightest while you wake up.
In case you need to have that extra nap of 9 minutes, the small sunrise clock offers the Snooze button. All you need to do is simply press it and you can actually do it 5 times in total.
Plus, the Homagical wake-up light offers the dual alarm feature as well. So you can either have one alarm for the weekdays and one for the weekends. Or you can put one alarm for yourself and the other for your partner or your children in case you have different waking up schedules.
In addition to this, you can modify the brightness up to 20 levels, change up to 7 colors, and have 3 modes of LED time display brightness. Thus, you can personalize your waking and sleeping experience the way you like.
Likewise, one of the best budget wake up light also mimics the natural sunset. Accordingly, the light alarm clock dims from 100% to 0% over a period starting from 10 minutes till 120 minutes. Thus, the dimming light relaxes your body and helps you to fall asleep better.
In addition to using it as a sunrise and sunset simulation alarm cock, you can even use it as a bedside night lamp. Switch it on while you are reading at night, or simply use it as a night light.
And some of the premium features of the Homagical Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock include 5V/2A USB output interface, 7 Natural Sounds, and an FM Radio.
FAQs
1. How Do I Set the Time On My Sunrise Alarm Clock?
Your wake-up alarm clock displays the time digitally in numbers along with the modes that you have selected. Plus, it also displays the AM and the PM icons according to the specific time during the day or at night respectively.
Along with this, you also have a ‘Current Time’ button. This button is used to set the time on your small sunrise alarm clock.
Thus, the first step to set the time on your sunrise alarm clock is to insert the battery at the back of your clock. The type of battery that must be inserted should be such as recommended in your sunrise alarm clock manual.
Once you insert the battery, the next step is to hold the “Current Time” button until the hour time begins to blink. After the hour time gets displayed on your wake-up light alarm clock, you need to use the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons to adjust the hour time in the clock.
Then, press the “Current Time” button again to confirm the hour time. Subsequently, you can move on to the minutes. Again, use the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons to adjust the minutes in the clock.
Finally, press the “Current Time” button again to set the time on your sunrise alarm clock.
2. How Does a Sunrise Alarm Clock Work?
The next question that you might be having is “Do sunrise alarm clocks actually work? And if they do, then how?
Research studies indicate that gradually increasing artificial light sunrise before the sounding of an alarm in a sunrise alarm clock lowers the subjective ratings of sleep inertia. Furthermore, it also improves the general well-being of an individual. The general well-being of an individual comprises of parameters like waking up quality, easy rising, energy, mood, social interactions, concentration, and productivity.
But how does this happen? For this, we need to understand the science behind the sunrise alarm clocks.
Sleep Stages
Our sleep has different stages that cycle throughout the night in predictable patterns. Now, your productivity and sleep quality depend on your total sleep time. In addition to this, it also depends on the amount of sleep you get each night as well as the timing of your sleep stages.
Further, your brain and body functions remain active throughout sleep. In addition to this, each sleep stage is connected to a specific type of brain wave.
Now, there are two basic types of sleep: Rapid Eye-Movement Sleep (REM sleep) and Non-REM sleep (with three different stages).
I. Non-REM Sleep
1. Stage-1 Non-REM Sleep
Typically, your sleep begins with Non-REM sleep. Thus, in Stage-1 Non-REM sleep, you sleep lightly. As a result, noises or other disturbances can awaken you quite easily. Furthermore, the following are the changes that occur during the first stage of sleep.
2. Stage-2 Non-REM sleep
The next stage that you enter is Stage-2 Non-REM sleep. During this stage of sleep, the brain waves slow down. However, there are occasional bursts of raid waves. So, you spend about half the night in this stage.
3. Stage-3 of Non-REM sleep
Subsequently, you enter Stage-3 of Non-REM sleep. During this stage, your brain waves slow down all the more. Plus, your brain generates Delta Waves that are extremely slow waves.
It is important to note that Stage-3 is a stage of extremely deep sleep. Thus, it is quite challenging for you to get awakened during this stage of sleep. Such deep sleep is considered restorative sleep and such sleep is mandatory to have a high quality sleep. Furthermore, the restorative stage of sleep is essential to feel energetic during the day.
II. REM Sleep
Then comes the REM Sleep. During REM sleep, your eyes move rapidly in various directions. This is despite the fact that your eyelids stay closed.
In addition to this, your breathing becomes more rapid, irregular, and shallow. Plus, your heart rate and blood pressure increase. Remember, dreaming usually happens during the REM Sleep stage.
Typically, you enter the stage of REM Sleep after an hour to an hour and a half after falling asleep.
Subsequently, the sleep stages repeat continuously while you sleep. Thus, as you sleep, the REM Sleep time gets longer. Whereas, the Stage-3 Non-REM Sleep time gets shorter.
Eventually, about most of your sleep time is spent in Stages 1 and 2 of Non-REM Sleep and in REM Sleep.
So, a good alarm clock will wake you up irrespective of the stage of sleep you are into. However, ignoring the stage of sleep you are into while waking up and hence waking up at a particular time causes sleep inertia.
What is Sleep Inertia and Why It Is Important?
Sleep inertia is the transient period after sleep. The intensity of sleep inertia in an individual depends on the sleep timing and the sleep phase upon awakening.
However, the fundamental factor impacting the intensity of sleep inertia is the preceding amount of sleep. Thus, people who are sleep deprived have an increased level of sleep inertia.
Say, for instance, you wake up quite early at your non-optimal circadian phase during workdays. Plus, you have also been sleep-deprived during the previous working days. Thus, all of this will have a harmful impact on your body and will cause severe sleep inertia.
Further, lack of morning light during winter days may also increase sleep inertia. This is because the phase-advancing stimulus of morning light is absent.
Thus, in modern society, it is very important to reduce the impact of sleep inertia. This is because the modern world demands alertness and high performance in the early morning.
The work timings and social demands in modern society have a negative impact on the performance as well as the well-being of a large proportion of the population.
Such a negative impact occurs due to an asymmetry between the biological timing of the human body and the external timing of the natural environment. This asymmetry exists due to a huge gap between preferred and actual sleep timing at an individual level. And this phenomenon is called Social Jetlag.
What is Social Jetlag?
Social Jetlag refers to the difference between the actual and the preferred sleep timing of an individual arising due to an asymmetry between the biological and the actual timing of an individual.
As we already know, humans have a 24-hour sleep-wake cycle. Further, both circadian rhythms and homeostatic processes control this sleep-wake cycle.
However, every individual has his own preferred time of sleeping. Thus, this results in a huge gap between preferred and actual sleep timing at an individual level.
The individuals who are extremely early risers go to bed early as well as wake up early, specifically on non-working days. However, the late risers do exactly the opposite.
But, the work and social demands of modern society create a lot of challenges for both the extreme risers in the form of social jetlag.
Further, the amount of social jetlag has a significant correlation with mental distress and unhealthy behaviors such as smoking and consuming alcohol.
Impact of Social Jetlag
The following are the effects of increased social jetlag on the early as well as the late risers:
Furthermore, social jetlag has a significant correlation with mental distress and unhealthy behaviors such as smoking and consuming alcohol.
There are two hormones that help you to sleep. These include adenosine and melatonin. Adenosine builds up in your blood while you are awake.
Then, while you sleep, your body breaks down adenosine. Thus, a good level of adenosine in your body can help you to sleep when needed.
However, the other hormone that helps you to get sleep is Melatonin. This hormone makes you feel sleepy naturally at night. Thus, Melatonin is a hormone that is a part of your internal biological clock.
The biological clock is the one that controls when you feel sleepy and your sleep patterns.
What is Biological Clock?
The Biological Clock refers to a small bundle of cells inside your brain that work throughout the day and night.
The stimuli in the internal as well as the external environment including light received through your eyes control such brain cells.
Accordingly, your biological clock activates your body to generate Melatonin that prepares your brain and body for sleep.
So, you will feel extremely drowsy as Melatonin gets released. Thus, you might have noticed that you naturally feel most tired between midnight and 7:am. Also, you may feel mildly sleepy between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. This is because it is during this period that Melatonin increases inside your body.
Remember, your biological clock allows you to be most useful during the daylight hours and the least effective during the early morning hours.
This is why many people perform best during the day and feel drowsy at work during the night.
The Light Wake-Up Alarm Clock
The Sunrise Alarm Clock is a more natural way of waking up relative to the sound-based alarm clock. It is because the human body is immensely sensitive to light as well as dark.
Thus, such an external stimulus triggers the hormones linked to wakefulness in a lighted environment and sleepiness in dark environments.
Now, the light-wake-up alarm clock has advanced ‘sun rising simulation’ technology in the form of an LED light. This technology mimics a natural sunrise.
In other words, the wake-up light gradually increases its intensity and gently prepares your body to wake up at a selected time in the morning. Unlike the traditional alarm clocks, the wake-up light alarm clock mimics the gradually increasing light of the sunrise so that you wake up naturally. Also, such a gradual way of waking up is in tune with your body’s biological clock.
Do Sunrise Alarm Clocks Really Work?
Light has a direct activating and alerting effect both at night and during the day. Thus, exposure to gradually increasing artificial wake-up light leads to a decrease in the level of sleep inertia in an individual. However, waking up in the dark increases the intensity of your sleep inertia.
So what is the mechanism that is at play that causes such an impact on your sleep quality and overall wellbeing?
This happens via a process called Phototransduction. Phototransduction is the process through which photons, elementary particles of light, are converted into electrical signals. Thus, visual phototransduction occurs in the retina through photoreceptors – the cells that are sensitive to light.
Thusl, the wake-up light of longer wavelengths transmits through your eyelids while they are closed when you are asleep. After transmission, the light reaches your eye’s retina that consists of rod cells, cone cells, and photosensitive retinal ganglion cells. The photosensitive retinal ganglion cells are called ipRCGs.
Thus, the light entering your eye gets converted into electrical signals in the rod cells, cone cells, and photosensitive retinal ganglion cells of eye’s retina.
Further, these retinal cells are directly linked to the part of your brain that maintains the balance of your body’s circadian rhythm.
Thus, when light enters your eyelids while sleeping, it reaches the rod cells, cone cells, and the photosensitive retinal ganglion cells. These cells in turn convert the photons into electric signals. Such a process occurs via G-protein coupled receptors called opsins. This entire process is called visual phototransduction.
Is It Healthier To Wake Up Naturally?
Now, sunlight naturally signal your body that it’s time to wake up.
Thus, the gradually increasing light of your sunrise alarm clock prompts your body to reduce the production of sleep hormones such as melatonin. Simultaneously, it signals the body to increase the levels of hormones like cortisol that help you get up and go.
Thus, people suffering from SAD, experiencing winter months, or living in dark spaces can use a sunrise alarm clock. It is because it will help them to feel brighter and more energetic. That means, a fantastic start to the day.
Plus, the artificial dawn simulator alarm clock aligns your biological clock with the real sunrise and sunset.
Benefits of Light Wake-Up Alarm Clock
3. Are Light Alarm Clocks Worth It?
As per research, the wake-up light alarm clocks or the sunrise alarm clocks are a great way of waking up fresh and get going for the day.
This is because the wake-up light alarm clocks use the artificial dawn technology that mimics the natural sunrise. The LED light integrated into the wake-up light alarm clock gradually increases the intensity of the light. This gradual increase happens just before the alarm sets off.
Thus, the gradual increase in the intensity of light slowly prepares your body to wake up gently. It is similar to the way a natural sunrise wakes you up.
Thus, the wake-up light, just like the sunlight, enters your eyes through the eyelids even if they are closed while you are sleeping. After the light enters your eyes, it reaches the retina. The various cells in the retina convert the light signals in the form of photons to electric signals.
These electric signals are passed on to a region in your brain that controls your body’s circadian rhythms. This part of the brain activates the receptors that release the stress hormones called cortisol.
Thus, the release of such hormones leads to wakefulness and increased energy in your body. In addition to this, the artificial dawn reduces the sleep-inertia duration, its severity, and general wellbeing relative to the non–dawn simulation. The general well-being includes wake-up quality, easy rising, energetic feeling, mood after waking up, social interactions, concentration, and productivity.
However, the traditional alarm clock that wakes you up using a loud sound increasing your sleep inertia and its severity. This is because, unlike the wake-up light alarm clock, a sound-based alarm clock wakes you up abruptly. Thus, it goes against the natural process of waking up and hence has an impact on your health.
4. Which Lumie Clock is Best?
The best Lumie Light Clock is the Bodyclock Luxe 750 DAB. It is a Wake-Up Light alarm clock that also has an audio system including DAB+ radio, high-quality Bluetooth speakers, USB port, and 20 plus sleep/wake sounds.
It is a clinically proven sunrise alarm clock that enhances your sleep quality as well as awakening. In addition to this, it also makes you energetic, enhances your mood, and increases productivity during the day.
The Wake-Up Light inside the Lumie Bodyclock mimics the light as well as the color of a natural sunrise and sunset. Accordingly, the wake-up light starts increasing in intensity gradually and the sunrise duration is of 15 minutes to 90 minutes.
Plus, you can customize the duration of sunrise as well as the accompanying natural sound as per your needs.
Additionally, the Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 750 DAB comes with Bluetooth technology so that you can stream radio or your favorite music at high-quality audio. Besides this, the wake-up light also has an AUX port and a USB port for playing your favorite music or charging your phone.
Last, but not least, the Lumie Bodyclock also features a low-blue light for bedtime as it minimizes the alerting effect.
5. Is A Lumie Worth It?
Yes, a Lumie Light is worth it. It enables you to start your day with light and thus helps you to reset your biological clock in the most effective way. How?
Well, the Lumie Bodyclock increases the intensity of light gradually. Thus, it mimics the real sunrise. And this sunrise cycle starts some time before the actual alarm sets off.
As per research, waking up with gradual light enhances your mood, productivity, and level of energy during the day.
The gradually increasing light activates your cycle of hormones that prepare your body to wake up slowly and not abruptly. Plus it also fires up your metabolism and enhances the quality of sleep.
Additionally, you can sleep as per the phase of the circadian rhythm with its sunset feature. The light intensity reduces gradually and this helps to release melatonin in your brain.
Melatonin is a sleep hormone and thus the release of this hormone makes you drowsy and hence gets you ready for sleep. Just like the natural sunset, the light fades through pink, orange, and red colors.
Eventually, the wake-up light alarm clock either turns off or sustains a soft glow in case you have switched on the nightlight feature.
Therefore, this entire experience of sleeping and waking up with light allows you to have more regular sleep and wake patterns.
The bonus is that you can set the light intensity as well as the sound as per your own preference. And you can press the snooze button to get that extra sleep to start your day fresh.
Thus, Lumie Light is absolutely worth it. It makes your life simple and sets your wake-up and sleep patterns right.
6. What is a Wake-Up Light?
Wake-up light wakes you up naturally in the morning, unlike the traditional sound alarm clocks. It uses a unique combination of light and sound that increases in intensity just like the real sunrise. Thus, a wake-up light mimics the natural sunrise so that you feel more refreshed and get out of bed more easily.
In other words, a wake-up light is inspired by nature’s sunrise. It increases in its intensity gradually until your room gets filled with bright yellow light. Further, the gradually increasing light suppresses the sleep hormone melatonin and releases the stress hormone cortisol. Thus, it activates your body and makes you ready for the day ahead.
Besides the sunrise simulation feature, a wake-up light also has a sunset simulation feature. Again, the sunset simulation feature is a light therapy that is used before you sleep. The sunset simulation mimics the sunset. As a result, it releases the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin. Thus, the release of melatonin relaxes your body and prepares it for a comfortable sleep.
7. Are Wake Up Lights Good For You?
Yes, wake-up lights are goods for you as it makes waking up with gradually increasing light of overall better quality than waking up without light. The advanced sunrise simulation light technology gradually increases the intensity of light.
During the early morning, your eyes are more sensitive to light than when you are awake. Thus, the relatively low-intensity light of a simulated natural sunrise during that period prepares your body for waking up. Further, it makes you alert in the morning.
Besides this, there are a host of other benefits that make wake-up lights good for you.
For instance, wake-up light improves the overall energy levels of your body, makes waking up a lot easier, and also enhances your mood. Therefore, you feel more refreshed, alert, and ready for the day.
Further, to make the waking experience even more natural and personalized, the sunrise alarm clocks come with a number of natural sounds and a digital FM radio.
In addition to this, the wake-up lights also come with a USB port to charge your phone or to put the music of your own preference.
8. What Color LED Light is Best For Waking Up?
As per the National Sleep Foundation, “Opening your eyes to a bright, vibrant color can instantly boost your energy levels and make you feel more ready to get moving.”
This means bright white or yellow light is the ideal color LED light for waking up in the morning. Thus, a bright white or yellow wake-up light simulating the natural sunrise aligns your biological clock to the natural environment. This is because it signals your body to produce healthy stress releasing hormone cortisol.
Thus, the release of cortisol prepares your body to wake up naturally and keeps you alert for the day ahead.
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