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Do you often wake up feeling hot and uncomfortable? Chances are, you’re a hot sleeper.
While some enjoy being cool as a cucumber in bed, others love to feel all toasty and warm but what if you feel the mattress too hot. Being comfortable in your bed, resting well, and recharging your batteries is fundamental to your physical and mental wellbeing.
This can be because of your metabolism, your hormones or the weather. Whatever the cause, being a hot sleeper can stop you from getting a good night’s rest. Additional reasons for sleeping too hot include;
Menopause: women going through the menopause will experience hot flashes at night, these could be alleviated by diet changes and hormonal therapies
Exercise before bed: if you prefer exercising at night, you could try some gentle exercises that will not raise your body temperature too much rather than strength training or running, yoga, a gentle walk, and light stretching could be less strenuous and could help you sleep a little cooler
Low blood sugar: insulin-dependent individuals may experience more night time sweating
A dense foam mat/pad: memory foam toppers typically sleep hot, a more breathable mattress could help you sleep cooler
Look for lightweight bed linen designed for summer months like a quilt with low to medium warmth ratings or a cotton blanket. Creating an optimal sleep environment is critical to help you keep your cool all night long.
If you drink a glass of water before sleep, it’ll help you stay hydrated and regulate your body temperature. It’s also good to have a glass of water on your bedside, just in case you wake up feeling hot and dry in the middle of the night.
A cool shower at night before you get into bed is a great way to lower your temperature a little. It also is very relaxing, getting into fresh clean pajamas is also comforting, so not only can a cool shower help you sleep cooler, but it can also help you sleep better by helping you to relax.
If you’re a hot sleeper you’ll want to wear cooling fabrics such as cotton and linen that are more breathable. Some pajamas such as flannel or fleece will be far too hot and uncomfortable. Ensure your pajamas are loose-fitting as this will provide more sleep comfort and could help to regulate your nighttime temperature.
Air ventilation is vital to keeping your bedroom cool and fresh. If you open your bedroom window for a few hours every day, it creates a clean and fresh environment. An open window also allows fresh air to ventilate your mattress which could prolong your mattress lifespan too.
Some mattresses are known to sleep hot due to the nature of its materials and construction. Memory foam, for example, is typically known to sleep hot as it contains viscoelastic chemicals. The best mattress for hot sleepers will be made of a breathable material such as Natural Latex and high density memory foam that provides cooling comfort, pressure relief, and durability.
Ensure you allow fresh air into your bedroom every day as this will help to keep your bedroom fresh during the night. Avoid the use of electronics in your bedroom to permit relaxation and enjoy a cooling shower before bed, wear cotton or linen pajamas and use breathable bedding. Cooling, restful sleep can be yours with these helpful tips.