As the UK marked Heart Month in February, bed manufacturer Sleepeezee has donated £25,000 to the British Heart Foundation (BHF) following another successful year of Travelodge Dreamer mattress sales.
Sleepeezee supports the BHF in partnership with Travelodge. Since 2017, Sleepeezee has committed to donating £20 from every Travelodge Dreamer mattress sold through its website. To date, the partnership has raised more than £220,000 to support the BHF’s research, which is focused on improving heart health across the UK.
Research continues to highlight the role that consistent, good-quality sleep plays in supporting cardiovascular health.
Emily McGrath, senior cardiac nurse at the BHF, says: “Sleep plays a key role in wellbeing – we all feel a bit better and brighter after a good night's sleep. We also know that getting enough good quality sleep is important for maintaining heart health. Around seven to nine hours a night is generally optimal for adults, and having a consistent sleep routine can help.
“But when it comes to looking after your heart health, it’s always important to consider your lifestyle as a whole. Alongside good sleep, regular physical activity, not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet and being mindful of your salt and alcohol intake are all key. Getting your blood pressure and cholesterol levels checked, especially if you are over 40, is also important, so any potential problems can be detected as early as possible and, if necessary, treated.”
Amy Curtis, marketing director at Sleepeezee, comments: “We’re proud to continue supporting the British Heart Foundation through our ongoing partnership with Travelodge. Reaching another significant donation milestone is incredibly rewarding. Quality, restorative sleep is critical to overall health and wellbeing, and we’re pleased that sales of the Travelodge Dreamer are helping to fund vital research that benefits so many people across the UK.”
A Travelodge spokesperson adds: "We are proud that our long-standing partnership with Sleepeezee continues to make a positive impact for our charity partner, the British Heart Foundation. At Travelodge, we know that a great night’s sleep is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and it’s great to see that the mattresses we provide our guests are also helping to fund lifesaving heart research. Reaching the £220,000 mark is a significant milestone and we remain committed to supporting the BHF’s vital work in improving cardiovascular health across the UK."
