Doctor Amir Khan has told people how they can get to sleep more easily during a heatwave. With temperatures soaring this week, it's something really worth knowing07:44, 26 May 2026Updated 07:49, 26 May 2026Though it's lovely to see some nice weather, it's likely the heat is impacting how restful your nights in bed are, with many people wondering if it's ever right to keep a fan on all night. However, when it comes to boosting your sleep during a heatwave, it turns out making a simple change can help.‌TV's Doctor Amir Khan previously shared expert advice about what people can do to improve their slumber, and it may be easier than you think. He spoke about what people need to know on the Lorraine show back last year and, with temperatures soaring this week, it seems like a good time to remind people of the tips.‌It's not the only advice of its kind to be shared on the topic either. Previously, some other tips were offered to help people sleep well in the heat.‌At the time, Doctor Amir said: "My two really practical top tips. If you've got a fan at home, don't just blow hot air around. Get a bowl of ice or frozen peas, [and] put it under the fan."As the air blows over it, it will cool the air, and you'll have a really efficient and free air conditioning system. Step number two, get a pair of socks."Put them in a plastic Ziploc bag, put them in the freezer an hour before bed, because it's really hard to sleep when it's this hot. Put those socks on before you get into bed. It will cool your body down, and you'll have a much better night's sleep tonight."‌Content cannot be displayed without consentMany people thought the tips were brilliant when he shared them. They were quick to offer their thanks in the comments.One praised: "Top tips for the cost of living crisis." Another confirmed: "Brilliant advice."‌A third person replied: "Thank you for sharing." Also, a fourth chimed in with: "Love the socks idea."How much sleep do you need?This all depends on your age but, generally, most healthy adults between the ages of 18 and 64 require seven to nine hours per night. Your ideal sleep duration can be highly individual, so the best gauge is whether you wake up feeling refreshed and do not rely on caffeine to stay alert.This will indicate if you're deprived of sleep or not. The NHS also issues some handy advice too.Article continues belowAdvice via the Every Mind Matters page reads: "Sleep problems are common, and the reasons we struggle to sleep are likely to change throughout our lives. For instance, illness, work or having a baby are possible causes."A few sleepless nights are usually nothing to worry about, but it can become an issue if a lack of sleep starts to affect your daily life. Learn more about signs you might be sleep deprived, common symptoms of insomnia and if poor sleep hygiene or sleep habits could be the reason."If you're worried about your quality of sleep at all, contact your GP for further advice. If you struggle to sleep regularly, you may need extra guidance from a medical professional.