A heatwave is a tale of two halves. By day, the blue skies feel glorious; the park picnics and trips to the local lido a welcome treat. By night, the same weather turns maddening, as your bedroom feels like a greenhouse, your pillow feels like a radiator and that all-too precious sleep becomes something entirely elusive.
But while tossing, turning and kicking off the covers may feel inevitable, Lisa Artis, deputy CEO of The Sleep Charity, says there are simple ways to give yourself a better chance of rest.
“The key thing to remember is that sleep and temperature are closely linked,” she says. “Our bodies naturally need to cool down before sleep can occur, so anything that supports that process – whether that’s cooling the room, choosing the right bedding or trying simple cooling techniques – can help improve both comfort and sleep quality during a heatwave.”
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