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Stress, snoring, neighbors and other irritating sounds are a common enemy for a good night\u2019s sleep. During recent years, various companies have tried to solve the equation for perfect rest with versatile technological innovations.<\/em><\/p>\n

So, which one is the best, noise-masking or silence? And by what means is it the best? How on the earth can you possibly answer that? As you might have guessed, there\u2019s no single easy answer for that. But in any case, with this post, we\u2019ll try to give you as much information as possible.<\/em><\/p>\n

At first we review different technologies to mask noises<\/a>. After that we ponder the question if all noise during sleeping is a bad thing<\/a>. Then we bring up some facts and benefits of silence<\/a> and talk a bit about mindfulness<\/a>. Finally, we present some conclusions<\/a> about all this.<\/p>\n

Different technologies to block out the noise (with another noise)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Today, there\u2019s noise-masking, white noise, pink noise, brown noise, black noise and multitude of other things. If sleep is a problem, you have probably heard or even tried out one of those above-mentioned options. But have you actually thought about what\u2019s happening with white noise or noise-masking? The fact is that you are trying to solve the issue with noise, by battling\/masking it with another noise! It sounds pretty weird, doesn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n

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Anyway, those noise-cancellation techniques are super clever. And, if people are getting better sleep with them, all the better. There\u2019s even some scientific evidence to back up that white noise<\/a> has helped patients sleep better. Or, another study<\/a> (conducted by Bose, the audio equipment giant and UCHealth<\/a> CARE Innovation Center) which states that Bose\u2019s noise-masking technology helps people fall asleep faster.<\/p>\n

Everyone can think whatever they want by scientifical studies funded by huge corporations. Nevertheless, there seems to be correlation between better sleep and noise-cancellation<\/strong>. Still, there\u2019s one but: white noise and\/or noise-masking are usually tested when there\u2019s a lot of other noise \u2013 not with silence.<\/p>\n

Noise during the night \u2013 good or bad?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

People are programmed to wake up from loud noises, such as child crying, explosions, etc. Obviously, it is also related to the stage of sleep<\/a> you\u2019re in.<\/p>\n

However, the question if any noise (especially throughout the whole night) is good for health, remains unanswered. And it seems like even Bose thinks it might not. Or otherwise, why have they included the option to cancel noise-masking or set a timer to cancel noise-masking during the hours of night?<\/p>\n

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It is a good question indeed and there is not enough scientific evidence to give you a clear answer. Though, there\u2019s tons of evidence that complete silence is helping people sleep better<\/strong>. Just take a look about this study<\/a> where people were given protection against sound and light. It\u2019s clear that the use of earplugs & masks provided the test group with more REM time, shorter REM latency, less arousal and an elevation of nocturnal melatonin levels.<\/p>\n

Facts about silence<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Silence can have positive impact on both, the physical and mental health. And it\u2019s no wonder why. In today\u2019s busy business environment, we are surrounded by constant noise!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Long gone are those days that when people went out, they were able to hear the surrounding sounds of nature. In modern days metropolis, it is surprisingly hard to find nature, not even to mention true silence.<\/p>\n

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Silence has been studied a lot in the recent years and surprising facts have been found out. Did you know that it has the potential to grow your brain?<\/strong> It seems so, at least according this study<\/a> from 2015. Another study<\/a> found out that noise causes high blood pressure and elevated cortisol levels. This study<\/a> in turn, found out that silence has more positive impacts on cardiovascular health than classical music<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Other benefits of silence<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n