Experiencing night sweats can significantly disrupt your sleep, leaving you feeling tired and lethargic the next day. Your core body temperature naturally fluctuates in tune with your circadian rhythm, dropping as you feel sleepy and reaching its lowest around 4 AM. If you're struggling with falling asleep or find yourself waking up due to overheating, consider what might be affecting your body temperature.
Understanding the Impact of Activities and Environment on Sleep Temperature
Engaging in intense exercise or eating too close to bedtime can elevate your metabolism, which in turn raises your body temperature and can interfere with the natural decrease that promotes sleep.
As recommended by sleep experts, keeping your bedroom cool, ideally between 16-18°C (60-65°F), can help facilitate this temperature drop and improve sleep quality. However, it’s not just your room’s temperature that matters—your choice of pyjamas and bedding plays a critical role too.
Materials like TENCEL™, derived from sustainable wood sources, are excellent for nightwear and bedding because they're not only soft but also exceptionally good at moisture management and breathability. This helps maintain a cool and dry sleep environment.
Find out more about how to keep it cool under the covers here.
If you're still experiencing discomfort despite these changes, consider consulting with a doctor, as other health factors like medication side effects, menopause, hormonal imbalances, and sleep disorders might be contributing to your night sweats.
