Expert tips to sleep well during a heatwave – including wearing socks
ok.co.ukThe UK is in the middle of a long-awaited heatwave and temperatures are set to reach 30C in some parts of the country. While this is perfect for those working on their tan, the hot nights can make it harder to sleep.
Your sleep affects many aspects of your body, such as brain functionality and development, hormonal balances and emotional stability.
A bad night's sleep can set you up for a bad day, so it’s important to give yourself the best chance possible. James Higgins, sleep specialist and CEO of Ethical Bedding shares his tips on how to sleep better during hot weather and which fabrics are best for sleeping during a heatwave.
James said: “In the early stages of our sleep our circadian rhythms (body rhythm) are still very much ticking and our brain is functioning at its usual rate. “Your bedtime routine and bedding are a vital part of getting that rhythm to settle and become sleepy.” James suggests keeping your room dark throughout the day: “Use heavy curtains to block any lights from windows during the day. “Heat transfers through the windows and can build up during the day, so it’s a good idea to keep the curtains/blind down”. "This will help control the temperature of your room between 15.6 to 19.4C.” He adds that most doctors recommend this as the best temperature for sleeping.
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