Are you having difficulty sleeping at night because it’s too hot?
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Not only is it unpleasant knowing that your bed is soaking up your sweat like a sponge, but it can also be uncomfortable when you’re sweating so much while you’re trying to sleep.
Here are a few ways to keep cool at night that are relatively simple and don't cost a lot of money, according to No Sleepless Nights:
#1 Take a cool shower before bed
This is something that we all do when it’s hot outside… take a cool shower!
But if you don’t like cold showers, a lukewarm one works too, as it helps to freshen you up. Do avoid hot baths a few hours before going to bed because it will take some time for your body to cool down again.
#2 Close your windows, blinds and shutters during the day
If it’s very hot outside, it’s better to keep all your windows and doors shut during the day. But it’s okay to leave it slightly open for ventilation.
This can help in reducing the temperature in your home drastically.
#3 Wear cotton nightwear
Wearing a light and cool nightwear also helps in keeping your body’s temperature down. No matter how smooth and velvety your nightwear is, it’s better to sleep in a cool cotton than a synthetic material that is hot!
#4 Keep yourself hydrated
Drink more water!
Make sure you keep yourself hydrated throughout the day and in the evening.
#5 Make a DIY cooling fan
Fans can work wonders especially if it’s hot at night.
If you use a normal fan, try putting a container of ice in front of it. The trick is to fill a couple of two-liter plastic bottles with water and freeze them, then stand them just in front of your fan to cool the air.
Hope this helps!
By: Aishah Akashah Ahadiat
