There are behaviors of our day to day that we take for granted and that the vast majority do not even consider. Things that all of our family and friends do the same way. Without thinking.
Until one day someone tells you that he sleeps completely naked and you wonder… Is that good?
But although this question has been asked by many people, the answers are very diverse and fall more into the realm of opinions and tastes than into that of science.
There are those who cannot sleep comfortably without feeling their pajamas on them. There are those who experience the opposite. And others go half way and only wear underwear.
The health benefits of sleeping naked
Among the defenders of not wearing pajamas, the most common thing is that they propose the idea of sleeping naked as something that brings us well-being.
But although there is some research on the subject mainly related to the field of health, the reality is that we cannot use definitive arguments because there are no conclusive publications.
Of course, just as we affirm that it is not scientifically proven that sleeping naked is better for us, we must admit that there are some specific studies that could suggest it.
Helps better regulate body temperature
It is probably the first proven reason. Our circadian rhythms indicate that our temperature drops at night, and not wearing clothes would facilitate the work of thermoregulation, so wearing pajamas could have a more uncomfortable sleep.
Of course, regarding the temperature to sleep, there are several investigations that reach the same conclusion: the cold to sleep is as bad as the heat, or more.
That is why the recommendation in this regard is to try to sleep fresh. Without being cold but not sweating either. So if it’s cold outside and we sleep naked, let it be well wrapped.
Promotes genital and reproductive health
It is perhaps the point where more arguments in favor of sleeping naked could be found.
- In the women, because sleeping completely naked is beneficial for vaginal health. When tight underwear or synthetic fabrics are used, the growth of Candida albicansthe yeast that causes candidiasis.
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As to the men, sleeping without underpants could improve reproductive health. The testicles need good thermoregulation that underpants do not always allow. And getting clothes out of the way will improve this temperature control.
It is beneficial for relationships
There is quite unanimity in affirming that sleeping naked can be the spark that is needed for sexual relations.
Sleeping skin to skin releases oxytocin, a hormone that reduces anxiety and increases our sense of love and security. So the friction could lead to the start of an unexpected relationship.
Some psychologists see more advantages
There are psychologists who have established a long list of the benefits of sleeping naked. And although it does not seem that there are weighty scientific arguments that support it, they assure that:
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It improves self-esteem because, they say, it will make you better perceive your body and that of others.
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Increase trust in the other.
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Relieve the stress
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prevents aging
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Combat mild insomnia
Without pajamas there are more hygiene problems
It is true that what has been said so far seems to suggest that it is best to sleep naked. But the reality is that removing the pajamas from our lives also has drawbacks.
Beginning because there are people who cannot get used to rubbing against the sheets on their bodies.
But the clearest problems are perhaps in the area of the .
Without pajamas and in direct contact with the sheets, the drawback is that the bedding gets dirtier. Especially if, as is the case, we are talking about sleeping completely naked.
The contact of certain parts of our body increases the fluids that may be impregnated in the sheets.
Also the gases that we unconsciously eliminate at night can carry bacteria that settle on the sheets.
In addition, at night we also scratch, and that can release more organic matter…
And finally, since there are no pajamas, the sweat that we perspire goes directly to the sheets.
Night shower and wash the sheets very often
It is evident, but it must be remembered, that everything we leave on the sheets for not wearing pajamas, for that very reason will come into direct contact with the body of the person with whom we share a bed.
So you have to watch the sheets and wash them quite frequently if we sleep naked.
And it would also be a good idea for those who sleep naked to sign up for the habit of , before going to bed, so as not to transfer to the other the bacteria that adhere to our bodies during the day.
To the taste of each one
The summary is that there is not enough evidence to affirm that one way of sleeping is better than the other. Each one, therefore, to do it as they are most comfortable.
The important thing is to have a good quantity and quality of sleep, because that will make us gain health in practically all aspects of our lives.