You know Joey from the series sleeps without clothes on. Have you ever thought about it? Maybe you have, but you have been too shy to give it a try. Maybe Joey was not joking, maybe sleeping without clothes on do have some benefits. While sleeping naked at night may not be the first thing that comes to your mind, however, it has benefits, which can surprise you. Sleeping Naked Means Sleeping FasterBehavioral sleep disorders specialist Michelle Drerup, PsyD, DBSM, tells Cleveland Clinic that your body naturally works to lowers its temperature or thermostat to doze off at night. This happens through circadian rhythm that regulates your body's wake and sleep cycles. So, the faster you cool off, the faster you will sleep. Sleeping without clothes might as well help you in that. Your bedroom temperature should be between 60 degrees Fahrenheit and 67 degrees Fahrenheit (15.5 degrees Celsius to 19.44 degrees Celsius) for optimal snoozing, not some experts.ALSO READ: Oxford University Scientists Have Found The Reason Behind The Need To Sleep Sleeping Naked Improves Sleep QualityAs per a 2012 study published in the Journal of Physiological Anthropology, when your body is cooled down, it also helps you sleep better. The quality of sleep significantly improves. Thus, sleeping naked is one of the many ways to achieve the desired temperature. Good For Skin And Hygiene A 2017 study published in journal Women's Health, titled Role of female intimate hygiene in vulvovaginal health: Global hygiene practices and product usage, cited the Royal College of General Practitioners guide on care of vulvar skin, and noted that sleeping without underwear allows better airflow, reduces moistures and prevents any potential yeast or bacterial infections.ALSO READ: Do Feminine Hygiene Products Actually Cause Vaginal Infection? Intimate skin is prone to have moisture trapped, and removing clothes can help your skin breathe. Since studies have proven that a lower body temperature allows you to have a better sleep quality, further studies, including a 2018 published in Journal of Applied Physiology notes that "adequate sleep" can also help you skin heal from small wound. Improves RelationshipAs per a 2015 study published in the Frontiers in Psychology, skin-to-skin contact between adults stimulates the release of oxytocin, which can play an important role in building attachments, and enhance the feeling of safety. It also thus help you sleep better as you feel less stressed and more in connect with your partner. Great For Your Self EsteemA 2021 study published in Journal of Sex Research found that times spent naked helps build body appreciation. This also helps one embrace themselves and self-love. Thus going to sleep naked extends the time you spend naked, and helps you boost your self esteem.Helpful For Male FertilityA 2018 study published in the journal of Human Reproduction also noted that sleeping naked is a good way to keep testicles cool and maintain an optimal temperature for sperm health. The study of 656 men suggested a link between men who wore tight underwear with a low sperm count. The breezier the underwear was, the higher sperm concentration and total sperm count was in the men.
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