Socks or no socks to bed?

Let's debate.

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In a Nutshell I love sleeping with socks on, and I don't care if you judge me for it. Whenever people learn this fact about me, I'm usually met with shock and confusion. Oh well! I'm Team Socks, and no amount of judgment can get me to change my ways. One note to the haters out there: There may be sleep benefits linked with wearing socks to bed! Today, I profess my love for this habit and highlight which perks sockless sleepers might be missing out on. • 8 surprising things that can harm your gut bacteria • At what age should you start a skin care routine? • Signs of gaslighting and how to protect yourself #1 sock fan, Morgan Mandriota Newsletter Editor, Healthline

Written by Morgan Mandriota August 23, 2024 • 3 min read

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what's got us buzzing Wearing socks to bed is good for the soul — and better sleep?! In the summer, I like to sleep in shorts and a big T-shirt with a fan or A/C blasting, so socks tend to keep my body temperature *just* right through the night. They also reduce my sensory issues. For example, my silky sheets can feel a bit ~too much~ sometimes. From a hygiene standpoint, I hate the idea of bringing dust bunnies from walking barefoot on the floor into bed.️ And maybe the most basic reason of all, wearing socks to bed is just super comfy! But I don't just sleep in any old pair of socks in my dresser drawer. Nope — I actually have specific ones that I save just for bedtime. ️ I typically wear tighter, elastic no-shows during the day then pop on short, thick cotton socks (that sit just below my ankle) or tall, breathable seamless socks (that don't constrict my legs in any way) just before I hop into bed. I firmly believe that the key is to choose a soft material that doesn't restrict circulation or cause you to overheat!️ My anecdotal evidence aside, more research is needed to build the case for sleeping with socks on. But a small 2018 study found solid benefits linked to this behavior, specifically when worn in cooler environments. Compared to the control group who slept barefoot, participants in socks reported falling asleep faster (by 7.5 minutes), sleeping longer (by 32 minutes), and waking up less often (by 7.5x).️ Like the sound of these potential benefits but can't stand the thought of wearing socks to sleep? Here are some alternatives you can try before jumping into bed: soaking your feet in a warm foot bath wearing a warm pair of slippers sleeping with a blanket over the foot of your bed 15 tips for better sleep Like this story? Sign up for our new sleep health newsletter, coming soon! Join the waitlist now.️

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