So, how can you fall asleep in hot weather? Keep your sleeping environment as cool as possible throughout the day by leaving blinds and curtains shut and the door open, if possible. Once the sun has gone down, open up all the windows to create a breeze that should cool your house down before you go to bed. Before going to sleep have a cool bath or shower to help to lower your body temperature. Use fans to generate a good cross-breeze. If you’re still too hot, fill a wide, shallow container with ice cubes and put the container sit in front of the fan. DIY air con! Wear minimal clothing in bed so that your skin is in contact with the bed sheets only. Do not use your normal duvet, if you want to cover yourself use just the cover or a very lightweight blanket or sheet. Treat yourself to 100% natural cotton fibre sheets. As you perspire during the night natural fibre sheets breathe and absorb the moisture. Dress the bed in white or light coloured bed sheets if possible. Black or dark sheets will attract the heat. Drink lots of water. If you are dehydrated you are more likely to have a headache or body aches, which could disrupt your sleep. Stick to your usual bed time, despite the temptation to stay out late on warm evenings. Staying up late will confuse your body and its circadian rhythm. For insomniacs, keeping to a bedtime routine is vital. Sleep requires the body to lower its internal temperature. If you exercise, your core temperature will rise, so try not to do any sport within the last few hours of the day. Summer night are bright. Keep the room dark by using heavy blinds or curtains that block out any light. Eliminate all other sources of light as well, including LED lights from computers or other electronics. If all else fails, try an eye mask. Sweet dreams!
Posted on: Tue, 16 Jul 2013 20:46:56 +0000
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