Buckwheat husk pillow: benefits and harms

Buckwheat husk: what is a filler

Buckwheat husk is the hard shell of buckwheat grains. The grains sold in grocery stores are already hulled. Therefore, initially, buckwheat husks were industrial waste. But its unique property of maintaining a shape resistant to external mechanical influences was used to create health-improving accessories for sleeping and sitting.

The shell, freed from buckwheat grain, looks like a hollow, elastic pyramid of dark brown or black color. Before using it as a filling for pillows, buckwheat husks separated from the grains are subjected to special processing:

• cleaning from dust, dirt, small debris;
• treatment with hot steam for the purpose of disinfection and “hardening” of shells (gives strength);
• air drying;
• sifting, disposal of deformed, broken husks;
• final cleaning of buckwheat “dust”.

The finished husk is a 100% hypoallergenic, highly environmentally friendly product. Pillows with it can be used even by small children, elderly and sick people.

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Useful properties of a pillow filled with buckwheat husks

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A pillow made from buckwheat husks provides deep sleep with a healing effect thanks to the following properties:

1. The natural filler easily takes a shape that follows the curves of the neck and head. A comfortable position without tension does not overload the vertebrae and muscles.
2. The orthopedic effect is maintained in any position during sleep.
3. Buckwheat “granules” have a soft and imperceptible massage effect. Micromassage stimulates blood circulation, relieves spasms and tension in the neck, tension, and pain in the shoulder region.
4. With regular use of the orthopedic accessory, the frequency of headaches decreases.
5. A specially prepared buckwheat filler repels parasites, repels dirt and dust, and does not become electrified.
6. The removable pillow cover allows you to adjust their density and height. If desired, some of the filler can be removed or, conversely, added, “customizing” the sleeping accessory “to suit you.”
7. Keeps you pleasantly cool even in extreme heat (the hollow “breathable” filler does not accumulate heat). In winter, natural material does not cool excessively even in a room with low air temperatures.
8. The husk remains crumbly during use, without forming lumps.
9. Hair loss is reduced, elasticity and attractive appearance of the skin of the face and neck are restored.
10. The brain is actively saturated with oxygen.

Orthopedists recommend choosing pillows filled with buckwheat husks for people:

• with deformities of the cervical spine (osteochondrosis, scoliosis, pain and spasms of the neck muscles);
• those suffering from headaches, migraines;
• with frequent insomnia, restless intermittent sleep;
• prone to snoring (correct head position during sleep significantly reduces it);
• those suffering from severe sweating at night;
• with numbness of the arms, shoulders, and head from lack of blood circulation in the cervical-collar area.

It is easy to care for the bedding, since the buckwheat husk does not require cleaning, and the cover can be easily removed for washing.

Why do you need a buckwheat husk pillow for sitting?

The secret is in the filler. Or rather, in its properties: with each movement, the husk changes its position, and thus produces a massage of the buttocks.

Buckwheat husks do not wrinkle during the production of seats and pillows, so this filler effectively follows the contours of the body. In the case of a pillow, this ensures the correct position of the neck and head, which helps prevent neck pain, discomfort in the muscles, and get rid of snoring and insomnia. When using a pillow, the back muscles are unloaded, which helps to avoid pain in the spine. The breathable properties of buckwheat husk seats create an air-conditioning effect. Therefore, even when working for a long time in a sitting position, a person does not get tired. Thanks to this, a seat made of buckwheat husk allows you to avoid prostatitis, thrush, hemorrhoids and even infertility and impotence.

Pillows come in different sizes and shapes and are quite inexpensive. Use seat cushions on chairs, armchairs (including car seats), benches, and sofas.

In our online store you can purchase pillows with buckwheat husks.

Disadvantages of buckwheat pillow

Before using a buckwheat husk pillow, the benefits and harms of the product should be carefully studied. The disadvantages of the accessory include:

1. The rustling sound that buckwheat pyramids make when a person’s head moves. This noise is not significant, it occurs when turning on its side.
2. Side sleepers may consider the pillow hard, since the soft tissues of the cheek and the delicate ear are in contact with it for a long time. For those who like to keep their head on the back of their head while sleeping, this quality, on the contrary, is a plus.
3. Not everyone likes the specific smell of buckwheat filling.

The buckwheat pillow is much heavier than usual. Its weight can reach 4-5 kg. Consumers, however, note that the benefits of using pillows filled with buckwheat husks far outweigh the disadvantages.

Important! There may be harm to health from resting on a hard surface if you have suffered injuries.

Rules for caring for the pillow, features of operation

The shelf life of an orthopedic pillow made of buckwheat shell is from 2 to 5 years. Over time, the filler loses its shape, crumbles, and the buckwheat pillow becomes excessively hard and loses its elasticity.

Rules of care:

• periodic washing of the cover is required;
• the filler must not be wetted or treated with chemical cleaning agents;
• the husks are periodically dried, spread out in a thin layer on a clean, dry surface in a warm room;
• periodically sort the shells to remove dust and deformed parts (the husks are sifted through a colander);
• if buckwheat dust appears in the bed, the cover needs to be replaced with a denser one.

If the husk gets dirty due to negligence (for example, juice or milk is spilled), the wet part of the filler is simply thrown away.

Buying a buckwheat husk pillow

Buckwheat hull pillows are sold in health stores. The price of products varies depending on the quality and manufacturer (from 300 to 1500 rubles).

When choosing a product you should pay attention to:

• some manufacturers add an additional amount of buckwheat husk (to form the required height of the bedding);
• consumers rated covers made of satin as the most comfortable and dense;
• a cover made of synthetic fabric or not equipped with zippers (Velcro) is an indicator of poor quality of the product;
• standard sizes of a sleeping accessory are 60 by 40 and 70 by 50 cm;
• high quality filler does not contain broken shells or buckwheat “dust”;
• Chemical non-natural odors should be completely absent.

Important! A truly high-quality product is supplied with a certificate confirming the professional level of cleaning and preparation of buckwheat husks. Low-grade, poorly processed husks can cause allergies, become a breeding ground for pathogenic microorganisms, and quickly lose their shape.

Manufacturers often add mint, hops, oregano or cedar husks to buckwheat husks. This collection has the property of relaxing and calming the nervous system.

Children's pillows made of buckwheat husks

A buckwheat husk pillow is recommended for children from 1 to 10 years old. For small children, you should choose a pillow with a minimal amount of filling. As the child grows, buckwheat hulls can be gradually added; usually there is a zipper on the cover for this. The beneficial properties of buckwheat husk pillows for children are the same as for adults. There are several more advantages specifically for kids:

• prevention of deformation of the skull bones, because in children they are still soft and the shape of the head is not fully formed
• prevention of torticollis
• reduction of increased muscle tone in the cervical spine
• fixed head position for restful sleep.