Medicinal pillow for improving sleep and preparation method thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicinal materials, and particularly provides a medicine pillow capable of improving sleep, the medicine pillow comprises a traditional Chinese medicine bag and a pillowcase wrapping the traditional Chinese medicine bag, the traditional Chinese medicine bag comprises, by weight, 1-5 parts of tribute, 5-10 parts of thuja sutchuenensis, 30-40 parts of pterocarpus santalinus, 1-5 parts of phoebe zhennan, 1-5 parts of sandalwood, 1-5 parts of Hainan dalbergia odorifera and 1-5 parts of agilawood; the medicine pillow has the effects of soothing the nerves, helping sleep, diminishing inflammation, sterilizing, calming, relieving pain, relaxing tendons, activating collaterals, expelling wind and removing cold, and the sleep quality of a user is greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicinal materials, and in particular to a medicinal pillow for improving sleep and a preparation method thereof. Background Art

[0002] About one-third of our life is spent sleeping. Making full use of pillows is very important for health. Medicinal pillows are an important measure to improve sleep. The medicines in the medicinal pillows are mostly aromatic and runaway, acting on the acupuncture points on the back of the head, and then through the conduction of the meridians, they have the effect of harmonizing qi and blood, curing diseases and prolonging life. Medicinal pillows are mostly suitable for patients with chronic diseases, such as otorhinolaryngology, cervical spondylosis, migraine, hypertension, etc. Pillows are generally composed of two parts: pillow core and pillowcase. In ancient times, there were Chinese medicinal pillows that "smelled fragrance to cure diseases", and medicinal pillows were used to treat head and neck diseases. The stems, leaves, and flowers of herbal plants are matched according to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, and then placed in the pillow as a sleeping pillow, which is a means of health care and disease prevention. When people sleep, the head temperature causes the effective ingredients of the medicine in the pillow to slowly emit, and the smell of the medicine in the pillow is used to treat diseases. Summary of the invention

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a medicinal pillow for improving sleep and a preparation method thereof, which can play the roles of calming the mind and promoting sleep, reducing inflammation and sterilizing, calming and relieving pain, relaxing muscles and tendons, and dispelling wind and cold, thereby greatly improving the sleep quality of users.

[0005] The embodiments of the present invention are implemented by the following technical solutions:

[0006] A medicinal pillow for improving sleep comprises a Chinese medicine bag, wherein the Chinese medicine bag comprises, by weight, 1-5 parts of tribute wood, 5-10 parts of thuja sutchuenensis, 30-40 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 1-5 parts of golden silk nanmu, 1-5 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 1-5 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 1-5 parts of agarwood.

[0007] Furthermore, the Chinese medicine package includes, by weight: 35 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 1 part of tribute wood, 8 parts of thuja, 2 parts of golden nanmu, 2 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 2 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 5 parts of agarwood.

[0008] Furthermore, the Chinese medicine package includes, by weight: 30 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of Thuja sutchuenensis, 3 parts of Phoebe nanmu, 3 parts of sandalwood, 1 part of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

[0009] Furthermore, the Chinese medicine package includes, by weight: 40 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of Thuja sutchuenensis, 3 parts of Phoebe nanmu, 1 part of old mountain sandalwood, 4 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

[0010] Furthermore, the medicine pillow also includes a pillowcase covering the outside of the traditional Chinese medicine bag, and the traditional Chinese medicine bag is provided with a plurality of breathable mesh holes.

[0011] A method for preparing a medicinal pillow for improving sleep comprises the following steps:

[0012] S1. Material preparation: select the required wood: small-leaf red sandalwood, golden nanmu, agarwood, tribute wood, thuja, old sandalwood, Hainan huanghuali; keep the best medicinal properties of the wood, and trim off the rest;

[0013] S2. Wood treatment: Wash the wood with soft water that has been left to stand for 7 days, and then dry it in a cool place; cut the washed wood into shapes of fixed size and into particles of uniform size;

[0014] S3, frying: frying the obtained granular wood and then sealing it for a period of time;

[0015] S4. Bag packing: Select a pillow liner for wood, put the wood into the liner in a cool place, seal it and place it on a wooden frame, and then seal it in the shade for a period of time to get the Chinese medicine bag; then select a pillowcase, place the Chinese medicine bag in the pillowcase to get the medicated pillow.

[0016] The technical solution of the embodiment of the present invention has at least the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0017] The various substances in the medicinal pillow of the present invention utilize the internal fumigation therapy of traditional Chinese medicine, and the various raw materials cooperate with each other. The small-leaf red sandalwood is used as the main material, and its fragrance is dominant, while the fragrance of other woods provides supplement and layering, and circulates throughout the body through the Fengfu, Yamen and other meridians, and plays the effects of calming the mind and promoting sleep, relieving inflammation and sterilization, calming and relieving pain, relaxing muscles and tendons, and dispelling wind and cold. The medicinal effect lasts for a long time and the health care effect is ideal; and it has a certain effect on cervical spondylosis. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical scheme in the embodiments of the present invention will be described clearly and completely below. If the specific conditions are not specified in the embodiments, they are carried out according to conventional conditions or conditions recommended by the manufacturer. If the manufacturer of the reagents or instruments used is not specified, they are all conventional products that can be purchased commercially.

[0019] The following is a detailed description of a medicinal pillow for improving sleep and a preparation method thereof provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] A medicinal pillow for improving sleep comprises a Chinese medicine bag, wherein the Chinese medicine bag comprises, by weight, 1-5 parts of tribute wood, 5-10 parts of thuja sutchuenensis, 30-40 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 1-5 parts of golden silk nanmu, 1-5 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 1-5 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 1-5 parts of agarwood.

[0021] Furthermore, the Chinese medicine package includes, by weight: 35 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 1 part of tribute wood, 8 parts of thuja, 2 parts of golden nanmu, 2 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 2 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 5 parts of agarwood.

[0022] Furthermore, the Chinese medicine package includes, by weight: 30 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of Thuja sutchuenensis, 3 parts of Phoebe nanmu, 3 parts of sandalwood, 1 part of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

[0023] Furthermore, the Chinese medicine package includes, by weight: 40 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of Thuja sutchuenensis, 3 parts of Phoebe nanmu, 1 part of old mountain sandalwood, 4 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

[0024] Furthermore, each medicinal material in the traditional Chinese medicine package is in granular form with a particle size of 5-8 mm.

[0025] Furthermore, the water content of each medicinal material in the traditional Chinese medicine package does not exceed 20%.

[0026] Furthermore, the medicine pillow also includes a pillowcase covering the outside of the traditional Chinese medicine bag, and the traditional Chinese medicine bag is provided with a plurality of breathable mesh holes.

[0027] Among them, the pharmacological effects of each component are as follows:

[0028] Red sandalwood: Compendium of Materia Medica states that it has its own wood oxygen, which can calm the mind, relieve anxiety, and promote sleep; long-term close contact can prevent wrinkles and dissolve spots;

[0029] Agarwood: According to the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, agarwood is warm in nature, warms the kidneys and absorbs qi, replenishes the five internal organs, warms the waist and knees, and calms the mind;

[0030] Phoebe nanmu: reduces swelling and relieves pain, promotes blood circulation and removes stasis, clears away heat and detoxifies, and protects the cardiovascular system;

[0031] Old sandalwood: Old sandalwood has sedative, analgesic, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, antifungal and other effects;

[0032] Thuja: Thuja has the effects of calming the nerves, detoxifying and beautifying, anti-inflammatory and detumescent, and diuretic;

[0033] Hainan Huanghuali: dispels wind and dampness, dredges meridians and relieves pain, eliminates phlegm and water, and disperses bad habits;

[0034] Gongmu: The medicinal value of Gongmu is mainly to soothe the liver, eliminate stagnation and regulate the spleen and stomach;

[0035] The various substances in the medicinal pillow utilize the internal fumigation therapy of traditional Chinese medicine, and the various raw materials cooperate with each other. The small-leaf red sandalwood is used as the main material, and its fragrance is dominant, while the fragrance of other woods provides supplements and layers, and circulates throughout the body through meridians such as Fengfu and Yamen, playing the roles of calming the mind and promoting sleep, relieving inflammation and sterilizing, calming and relieving pain, relaxing muscles and tendons, and dispelling wind and cold. The use of precious red wood and other medicinal materials can make the medicinal pillow more effective, and the medicinal effect lasts for a long time, and the health care effect is ideal; and the medicinal pillow of the present invention has a certain effect on cervical spondylosis.

[0036] Specifically, the pharmacological effects of the technical solution of the present invention are as follows:

[0037] Aroma effects: The aroma of wood is often considered to have a positive effect on mood and sleep. Dalbergia serrata, Thuja thuja, Pterocarpus chinensis and Aquilaria sinensis are all known for their unique aromas and calming effects. Thuja thuja is believed to have calming and sleep-inducing effects, while Aquilaria sinensis helps relax the body and mind with its deep aroma.

[0038] Calming Effect: The aroma of Agarwood and Sandalwood is widely used in meditation and relaxation practices to help reduce stress and anxiety, which may improve sleep quality.

[0039] The aroma of these woods can create a peaceful and comfortable environment in the bedroom, helping to promote relaxation and sleep. At the same time, the combination of multiple woods and spices will produce a synergistic psychological effect, relieving stress, calming emotions, and improving spirits, etc. It can also help relieve respiratory problems, thereby indirectly improving sleep.

[0040] Furthermore, when drying the small-leaf red sandalwood, you can choose ordinary dryers, heating dryers, drying cycle dryers and infrared absorbers; specifically, microwave drying can be used to avoid the rapid increase in the temperature inside the wood, which may cause cracking or charring. During the drying process, when the moisture content of the wood is reduced from 35% to 40% to 20%, the drying time is about 10 to 15 minutes; and maintain appropriate humidity to prevent the wood from cracking and deformation.

[0041] Furthermore, the present embodiment also provides a method for processing red sandalwood shavings, comprising the following steps: processing the red sandalwood into shavings according to a wood drying process, screening and sorting the shavings to remove impurities; pouring the red sandalwood shavings into a drum fixing machine, fixing them at 180°C, and removing them from the machine when the moisture loss exceeds 89%; placing the fixing red sandalwood shavings into a dryer at a temperature of 87°C and drying them until the moisture content is less than 8%; and setting the dried red sandalwood shavings aside.

[0042] Furthermore, this embodiment also provides a method for preparing a medicated pillow, comprising the following steps:

[0043] 1. Selection: Select wood according to time and site, such as only selecting red sandalwood, golden nanmu, agarwood, tribute wood, thuja, old sandalwood, Hainan huanghuali that are over 100 years old;

[0044] 2. Cutting: Keep the best parts of the wood and trim off the rest;

[0045] 3. Cleaning: Use soft water that has been left for 7 days to clean the medicine, use soft objects to slowly wash it, and then put it in a cool place to dry;

[0046] 4. Correction: Cut the cleaned wood into fixed-size shapes according to different requirements. The length and thickness must be uniform. If it needs to be crushed, it must be granulated into uniform size.

[0047] 5. Stir-frying: Stir-fry the raw medicinal materials to maximize the effectiveness of the medicine;

[0048] 6. Sealing in the shade: Select a clean, cool, dry, and quiet house as the clean room. The medicine must be placed in the air and dried in the shade for 21 days.

[0049] 7. Packing: Select a pillow liner for wood, usually coarse cloth with slightly larger gaps or cypress can be used. Put the wood into the bag according to the weight and proportion in a cool place, seal it with cotton thread, and place it on a wooden frame to get the Chinese medicine bag. Then select the required pillowcase, place the Chinese medicine bag in the pillowcase to get the medicated pillow.

[0050] Example 1

[0051] The present embodiment provides a small-leaf red sandalwood medicine pillow, comprising a medicine pillow cover and a traditional Chinese medicine bag contained in the medicine pillow cover, wherein the traditional Chinese medicine bag comprises, by weight: 35 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 1 part of tribute wood, 8 parts of thuja, 2 parts of golden nanmu, 2 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 2 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 5 parts of agarwood.

[0052] The preparation method of the above-mentioned medicinal pillow comprises the following steps:

[0053] 1. Selection: Select red sandalwood, golden nanmu, agarwood, tribute wood, thuja, old sandalwood, Hainan huanghuali that are over 100 years old;

[0054] 2. Cutting: Keep the best parts of the wood and trim off the rest;

[0055] 3. Cleaning: Use soft water that has been left for 7 days to clean the medicine, use soft objects to slowly wash it, and then put it in a cool place to dry;

[0056] 4. Correction: Cut the cleaned wood into fixed-size shapes according to different requirements. The length and thickness must be uniform. If it needs to be crushed, it must be granulated into uniform size.

[0057] 5. Stir-frying: Stir-fry the raw medicinal materials to maximize the effectiveness of the medicine;

[0058] 6. Sealing in the shade: Select a clean, cool, dry, and quiet house as the clean room. The medicine must be placed in the air and dried in the shade for 21 days.

[0059] 7. Bag packing: Choose a coarse cloth with slightly larger gaps as the pillow liner for the wood. Put the wood into the liner bag in a cool place and seal it with cotton thread. Place it on a wooden frame to get the Chinese medicine bag. Then choose the required pillowcase and place the Chinese medicine bag in the pillowcase to get the medicated pillow.

[0060] Example 2

[0061] The difference between this embodiment and the embodiment is that: this embodiment provides a small-leaf red sandalwood medicine pillow, including a medicine pillow cover and a Chinese medicine bag in the medicine pillow cover, and the Chinese medicine bag includes, by weight: 30 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of Thuja sutchuenensis, 3 parts of golden nanmu, 3 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 1 part of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

[0062] Example 3

[0063] The difference between this embodiment and the embodiment is that: this embodiment provides a small-leaf red sandalwood medicine pillow, including a medicine pillow cover and a Chinese medicine bag in the medicine pillow cover, and the Chinese medicine bag includes, by weight: 40 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of Thuja sutchuenensis, 3 parts of golden nanmu, 1 part of old mountain sandalwood, 4 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

[0064] Typical case data:

[0065] 1. Jiang Mouxiu, female, 48 years old, suffered from long-term headaches, insomnia, and nightmares. During this period, she repeatedly went to several hospitals for examination and treatment, but with little effect, which seriously affected her normal life. In March 2022, the patient began to use the medicated pillow described in Example 1 of the present invention. After lying on the pillow, the headache gradually subsided, and the sleep also gradually improved. After lying on the pillow for three months, the headache was basically cured, and the sleep basically returned to normal. The patient has been using the medicated pillow so far, and the use time has been as long as 2 years, and the headache has not recurred.

[0066] 2. Zhang Mouqiang, male, 36 years old, suffered from long-term insomnia, light sleep, and easy awakening. During this period, he repeatedly went to several hospitals for examination and treatment, but the effect was not great, which seriously affected his normal life. In June 2021, the patient began to use the medicated pillow described in Example 2 of the present invention. After lying on the pillow, the sleep quality gradually improved and the deep sleep time became longer. After three months of lying on the pillow, the sleep basically returned to normal. The patient has been using the medicated pillow so far, and the sleep quality has been maintained at a good level.

[0067] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. For those skilled in the art, the present invention may have various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A medicinal pillow for improving sleep, comprising a Chinese medicine bag, It is characterized in that The Chinese medicine package comprises, by weight: 1-5 parts of tribute wood, 5-10 parts of thuja sutchuenensis, 30-40 parts of rosewood, 1-5 parts of golden nanmu, 1-5 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 1-5 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 1-5 parts of agarwood.

2. The medicated pillow for improving sleep according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The Chinese medicine package comprises, by weight: 35 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 1 part of tribute wood, 8 parts of thuja, 2 parts of golden nanmu, 2 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 2 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 5 parts of agarwood.

3. The medicated pillow for improving sleep according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The Chinese medicine package comprises, by weight: 30 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of thuja, 3 parts of golden nanmu, 3 parts of old mountain sandalwood, 1 part of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

4. The medicated pillow for improving sleep according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The Chinese medicine package comprises, by weight: 40 parts of small-leaf red sandalwood, 2 parts of tribute wood, 7 parts of thuja, 3 parts of golden nanmu, 1 part of old mountain sandalwood, 4 parts of Hainan huanghuali, and 3 parts of agarwood.

5. The medicated pillow for improving sleep according to any one of claims 1 to 4, It is characterized in that Each medicinal material in the traditional Chinese medicine bag is in the form of granules with a particle size of 5-8 mm.

6. The medicated pillow for improving sleep according to claim 5, It is characterized in that The water content of each medicinal material in the Chinese medicine bag does not exceed 20%.

7. The medicated pillow for improving sleep according to claim 6, It is characterized in that The medicine pillow also includes a pillowcase covering the outside of the traditional Chinese medicine bag, and the traditional Chinese medicine bag is provided with a plurality of breathable mesh holes.

8. A method for preparing the medicated pillow for improving sleep according to any one of claims 1 to 7, It is characterized in that The steps include: S1. Material preparation: select the required wood: small-leaf red sandalwood, golden nanmu, agarwood, tribute wood, thuja, old sandalwood, Hainan huanghuali; keep the best medicinal properties of the wood, and trim off the rest; S2. Wood processing: wash the wood with water and then dry it in a cool place; cut the washed wood into shapes of fixed size and into particles of uniform size; S3, frying: frying the obtained granular wood and then sealing it for a period of time; S4. Bag packing: Select a pillow liner for wood, put the wood into the liner in a cool place, seal it and place it on a wooden frame, and then seal it in the shade for a period of time to get the Chinese medicine bag; then select a pillowcase, place the Chinese medicine bag in the pillowcase to get the medicated pillow.