Buckwheat hull pillows - Why are they so popular?

Buckwheat Pillows are made from buckwheat, which is a natural, inexpensive and renewable material, unlike the petroleum-based foam used in many pillows.

Most importantly buckwheat pillows provide excellent support for the head, neck and back because the hulls conform to the weight and shape of the body during sleep. Buckwheat pillows also provide natural air circulation between individual hulls, resulting in ideal temperatures for peaceful sleeping. In other words it is cool in summer and warm in winter.

Buckwheat pillows have become the preferred cushion for yoga students, but are now commonly used by all sorts of people. In fact some of the swankiest hotels worldwide have begun offering buckwheat pillows to their guests as an alternative because of their increased popularity.

Manufacturers of buckwheat pillows have expanded their lines. Aside from the standard bed pillow, buckwheat pillows are available in full-body sizes similar to a futon. They are also offered as keyboard wrist rests, eye pillows, travel pillows, and neck-rolls. There are even tubular buckwheat pillows with straps, used for lumbar support while driving, working, or sitting at a desk. Some manufacturers have taken to adding herbs, such as lavender and chamomile, to the buckwheat hulls to add a touch of aromatherapy.

Many healthcare professionals have also started recommending buckwheat pillows to patients suffering from such conditions as migraines, snoring, insomnia and menopausal night sweats.