Nobody likes feeling overheated in bed. Especially in the summertime, it’s normal to face sleepless nights as a result of the higher temperatures. When it comes to sleeping cool in the summer, the most important factor is choosing the right bedding. But thinking about additional ways to keep your bedroom cool this summer will alleviate all discomfort, letting you relax and comfortably drift off to sleep—even under the covers.
A colder bedroom environment is actually critical to reaching the deepest levels of REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, which aids the restorative processes that your body goes through during the night.
So, what are 5 simple ways you can keep your room cooler this summer?
1. Make sure your mattress isn’t a heat-trapper
When it comes to sleeping cool in hotter temperatures, you’ll want to avoid foam mattresses that advertise their cooling properties. More often than not, these types of mattresses are usually laden with toxic chemicals that reduce body heat only temporarily. Choosing an organic mattress instead, like the EOS Classic Organic Mattress by Naturepedic, is your best bet for a cool night’s sleep. Complete with organic cotton fabric and fill, our mattresses will wick away moisture and keep you cooler while you sleep.
2. Take a cool shower right before bed
If you’re thinking about ways to perfect your nighttime routine, a cold shower might just be the trick for a calm, peaceful, and cool sleep. Plus, since you can’t use your phone in the shower, this is also a great way to wind down and minimize your blue light exposure before bed, which also can impact your ability to sleep. Cold showers will remove any of the sticky or sweaty feeling you might have from the summer’s day. Be sure to avoid a warm bath before bed, however, as it can take a long time for your body to properly cool down afterwards.
3. Add an organic mattress topper
Another great trick for sleeping cool is to fit an organic mattress topper on your bed. Organic mattress toppers generate a cooling effect by adding an additional breathable layer between your body and your mattress. In particular, organic wool is a great material for a mattress topper because it has natural temperature-regulating qualities. Our Woolly Organic Mattress Topper is a great option that will keep you comfortable on even the hottest nights.
4. Exercise earlier in the day
If your daily workout comes right before bed, you might want to change your usual exercise time to the morning hours. It can take a long time for your body to settle down, which means your temperature will be sky-high for a while after working out. While it might seem like a good idea to exercise intensely at nighttime so that you feel exhausted, you won’t escape the effects of body heat while you toss and turn, trying to fall asleep.
5. Revamp your meals for hotter weather
Eating the biggest meal of the day for dinner can lead to problematic consequences for your sleep cycle. The process of food digestion raises your body temperature, especially if you’ve eaten a larger portion of meat. If you really have trouble sleeping in the summer (or any time of year), it might be worthwhile to revamp your meals. Eating lighter foods like salads in the evening, rather than cooking or baking with the oven blazing away, can be a great solution for hot temperatures in bed.
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Choosing bedding made with natural materials is the easiest way to transform your sleep environment from hot to cool. By integrating these additional tricks, you’ll be sleeping cool all summer long.
Come see us at The Organic Sleep Shop for help selecting the best organic mattress, organic pillows and bedding for your sleep style and budget.
