In winter people wear woolen and warm clothes to avoid cold. Many times, due to extreme cold, a person sleeps wearing a sweater, cap or socks. Some people find it very comfortable as it protects the body from the cold.
But do you know that it can be harmful to health. It can also cause many health problems.
Actually, woolen clothes are thick and warm. Sleeping wearing these is not comfortable and may disturb our sleep. Apart from this there are many other reasons.
So today In work news We will talk about the health damage caused by sleeping in woolen clothes. You will also learn that-
- Who is more dangerous to sleep wearing woolen clothes?
- What clothes should be worn for good sleep?
Expert: Dr. Himanshu Bhatheja, Consultant, Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Shri Balaji Action Medical Institute, Delhi
Question: Why is sleeping in woolen clothes harmful?
Answer- Wool has good thermal insulation, which provides warmth. It does not allow air to pass between its fibers. Due to which the heat generated in the body does not come out and the person does not feel cold.
But sleeping in woolen clothes generates excess heat in the body. This can lead to sweating, which can cause insomnia and skin infections.
Q- What are the health effects of sleeping in woolen clothes? Answer- Sleeping in woolen clothes can have many side effects. This can lead to overheating and perspiration which can lead to skin rashes, itching and allergies. Especially people who already have skin allergies should definitely avoid it.
Warm clothing blocks oxygen, which can cause suffocation, panic or discomfort while sleeping. Apart from this, woolen clothes prevent the body heat from escaping, which can prove dangerous for high blood pressure and heart disease patients as well.
Understand how it affects our health from the graphic below.
Q- Is it harmful to sleep with head covered with blanket? Answer- Dr. Himanshu Bhatheja says that sleeping with a blanket over the head can cause lack of oxygen. It can cause shortness of breath, fatigue, headache and restlessness.
Apart from this, sleeping with the head covered for several hours also has a bad effect on the heart and lungs. It can aggravate respiratory problems like asthma and bronchitis. People who sleep with their head covered with a blanket should keep a small part of their mouth out of the blanket.
Question- Can sleeping with socks also cause problems?
Answer: Sleeping with socks at night is harmful. Doing so can reduce blood circulation between our feet and soles, causing tingling in the feet.
Apart from this, the heat of the socks can cause overheating, which can cause panic or restlessness. Some people go to bed at night wearing the socks they have been wearing all day. This increases the risk of foot infection.
Question: For which people is it more harmful to sleep in woolen clothes?
Answer- Sleeping in woolen clothes can be more dangerous for people suffering from heart disease. It is also harmful for pregnant women, children and newborns. In addition, it is more dangerous for some people. such as-
- Those who have sensitive skin or have any skin allergies.
- Those who have blood pressure problems.
- Those who are asthmatic.
- Those who are diabetic patients.
Q- What clothes should be worn while sleeping?
Answer: Comfortable and loose clothing should be worn while sleeping in winter. It gives good sleep. Apart from this, you can also wear clothes made of fiber. It retains heat in the body.
If you want, you can wear some light clothes together to avoid cold, so that the body stays warm from inside and there is no problem. Keep in mind that one should not sleep wearing sweaters, gloves, socks or hats.
Q- How does cotton clothing or loose fitting nightwear help in better sleep?
Answer- Cotton is a light fabric, which can easily absorb sweat. It keeps body temperature under control. Wearing loose fitting clothes keeps the body comfortable. Understand the benefits of sleeping in cotton or loose fitting nightwear from the following pointers-
- Loose fitting sleepwear is helpful for good sleep as it does not make you feel constricted or uncomfortable.
- Cotton absorbs sweat, allowing excess body heat to escape. It prevents itching or burning caused by sweat.
- Loose fitting nightwear feels comfortable to the body, which helps in getting quality and fast sleep.
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