The best methods for sleeping well in winter

Warm Nights or Cool Nights? Here’s How to Sleep Well with the Right Temperature

Were you eagerly waiting for the cold weather so you could snuggle under your duvet, only to end up sweating, feeling thirsty, and waking up with a headache and a dry throat? You might be doing something wrong...

Here are some methods for sleeping well in winter that will help you avoid feeling cold or suffering from excess heat!

What’s the Ideal Temperature for Sleeping?

When temperatures drop, it’s natural to add extra blankets, wear a thicker pajama, and turn on the heating. But are these the right choices?

Sleeping in a room that’s too warm (above 20°C) isn’t good for our bodies. Excessive heat disrupts sleep because:

• It prevents the body from releasing melatonin, the hormone that induces sleep (while also lowering body temperature) and balancing cortisol, which is linked to anxiety, appetite, and depression.
• It causes sweating, dilation of blood vessels, and faster circulation.

On the other hand, if the room is too cold (below 15°C) or you don’t cover up enough:

• The brain stays alert, trying to raise the body temperature, and the body may tremble.
• Pores dilate.
• Blood vessels constrict, reducing circulation in the extremities (to focus on vital organs).

Experts recommend maintaining a stable room temperature of 19°C for optimal sleep, both in summer and winter.

3 Useful Tips for Sleeping Well in Winter

During seasonal transitions, our body experiences a real shock as it adjusts to reduced light and changes in humidity and temperature. Therefore, sleeping well during these periods is not a given. With the arrival of cold weather, it’s easy to overdo the layers, which, as we’ve seen, isn’t ideal.

Here are some other helpful tips for finding balance:

1. Take a Warm Bath: A warm bath before bed helps relax the mind and facilitates the body’s cooling process.
2. Limit Light in the Room: Darkness sends the signal to the brain to produce melatonin, which also has anti-aging properties.
3. Drink a Warm Beverage: A relaxing herbal tea, for example, raises body temperature and helps avoid over-layering.
4. Wear Comfortable Pajamas: Preferably made of cotton.
5. Regulate Heating: Set the thermostat so that the room temperature doesn’t exceed 19°C.
6. Sleep on a Mattress That Doesn’t Alter the Microclimate.

Which Mattress to Choose?

Among the best methods for sleeping well, not just in winter but year-round, is choosing a high-quality mattress that ensures:

• Breathability: The ability to allow air to pass through, preventing moisture buildup.
• Thermoregulation: The ability to maintain a constant temperature.

Much depends on the cover, which, being in direct contact with the body, should be made from breathable fibers that prevent overheating and moisture buildup. The internal materials also play a crucial role in thermoregulation. For instance, memory gel is designed to maintain a constant body temperature, offering a pleasant cooling effect in any condition.

These features are fully satisfied by all Veradea mattresses!

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