The primary mission of Tréca is to accompany individuals every night toward personalized, comfortable, and revitalizing sleep. While we contribute by providing high-quality mattresses with attention to detail, there is one thing only each individual can do: recognize the importance of sleep and healthy sleep cycles in daily life.
Sleep: Essential for
Better Living
Restorative nights are indispensable for well-being. But how many hours of sleep are actually necessary? According to the National Sleep Foundation and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the recommended sleep duration for adults (ages 18–64) is seven to nine hours per night. For people older than 65, seven to eight hours is best. This allows all sleep stages to unfold, repeating through sufficient cycles to fully rejuvenate body and mind.
Understanding Sleep and Its Benefits
Sleep consists of several stages: light, deep, and REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, cycled four to six times per night. The early hours are dominated by deep sleep, supporting cell regeneration, tissue and neural repair. The later cycles highlight light and REM sleep, the latter boosting memory and learning. Adequate sleep also helps regulate immune function, cardiovascular health, hormonal balance, and maintains optimal physical and mental performance. Chronic sleep deprivation leads to a “sleep debt,” impairing cognition (alertness, mood, judgment), increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, hypertension, weight gain, diabetes, and infections.
Practicing Healthy Sleep Habits
A consistent sleep routine supports the body’s internal clock:
Consistency: Keep regular sleep and wake times—even on weekends. The “7×7=49” rule (at least seven hours, seven days a week) promotes restorative sleep.
Prepare for Sleep: Create a calm environment—use your bedroom as a sanctuary of relaxation for easier sleep onset and deeper rest.
Gentle Mornings: Allow yourself time to wake up gradually; avoid rushing out of bed to foster a smoother transition from sleep to wake.
The Comfort of a Bed Matters
While a mattress can’t solve all sleep problems, it is vital for support, comfort, and temperature control:
Comfort: High-quality pocketed spring mattresses (like those Tréca offers) provide tailored support.
Temperature: Materials with temperature-regulating properties ensure comfort throughout the seasons.
Space: Appropriate mattress sizing and advanced suspension (e.g., Air Spring) reduce disturbances from partner movement.
Begin Each Day on the Right Foot. High-end, eco-friendly, and hypoallergenic bedding, like that from Tréca, contributes to quality sleep—a foundation for health, productivity, and emotional balance.
References:
NIH: Sleep Benefits, Sleep Health, Mental Health America: Sleep, MyHealthFinder (US Dept of Health and Human Services), National Sleep Foundation Sleep Duration.
