Sleep Problems Linked to Obesity
According to medical reports there is a direct link between a lack of sleep and gaining weight, which in turn can lead to more severe sleep related problems such as sleep apnoea.
University research found that weary individuals had more brain activity in areas associated with the motivation to eat, with other studies showing that poor sleep increases the levels of hormones linked to weight gain.
With over a quarter of adults classified as obese in 2010, and a report from leading medical journal The Lancet (August 2011) estimating that figure could increase to 40% by 2030, this is a problem that needs addressing.
The in-house medical mattress team at the Memory Foam Warehouse are conscious of this escalating issue and have created a new range of super supportive bariatric mattresses that are specifically designed to help heavier people get the good night’s sleep they need.
The mattresses, which can take a weight of up to 55 stone (349 kg), provide maximum support without compromising on pressure relief. Anyone who weighs more than 24 stone (152kg) or has a BMI of above 35 will find these mattresses are much more comfortable than standard products, as they provide the correct support for the whole body.
The bariatric mattresses all feature a base made from medical grade reflex foam, which is designed for improved weight bearing and durability.
The orthopaedic mattresses also have high-density memory foam upper layers that create a comfortable surface which offers maximum pressure relief for a restful night’s sleep. They can also help to improve blood circulation and can reduce the need to toss and turn during the night by up to 70%.
In addition all the mattresses come with Outlast® mattress covers, which feature advanced microclimate technology that helps prevent disturbances in sleep by controlling fluctuations in skin temperature. This is an especially important feature for overweight people as they can be more likely to overheat and perspire during the night, putting them at risk of the development of pressure sores.
The super support bariatric mattress range is available in two options - Ortho Support Bariatric Memory Foam and Ortho Support Plus Bariatric Memory Foam.
Both bariatric mattresses are available in Single, Small Double, Double, King Size, Euro and Super King Size. They are also hypoallergenic and antibacterial, so are suitable for people who suffer with allergies or asthma.
For more information visit the Memory Foam Warehouse.
For media information please contact Jenny Green at Smart Arts on 01484 685544 or email jenny@smartarts.co.uk.
- The GNG Group has been established for more than 35 years and is an international brand leader in the healthcare, sports, safety and lifestyle industries.
- The company has two manufacturing facilities based in Wakefield and Liversedge with a combined area of 60,000 square feet.
- Memory Foam Warehouse is a division of GNG and a leading UK manufacturer and retailer of memory foam mattresses and beds.
- GNG is a member of the British Contract Furnishing Association, the British Healthcare Trades Association and support the Sleep Council.
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