But the benefits of sleeping naked don't end there. In fact, you might find that you're feeling pretty good about yourself (and your body) when you sleep naked, Well + Good reports. Apparently, being au naturel can boost your self-esteem, and perhaps even lead to greater body confidence. And speaking of feeling beautiful in your own skin, sleeping naked can also apparently help you lose weight. Since your body is working to keep you cooler, your metabolism works harder to burn brown fat while you snooze. This increased boost in metabolic activity also carries over into your waking hours as well (via Inc.).
Sure, sleeping in the nude can help you look and feel better, but it can also reduce your risk for disease, too. For example, having good sleep can decrease your chances of developing diabetes or heart disease. Researchers found a correlation between shorter sleeping stints and a greater chance for getting diabetes (via Healthline). And sleeping sans clothes is also beneficial for women's vaginal health. Since you're not wearing undies, it reduces your chances of getting a vaginal yeast infection, which in turn, makes sleeping naked good for your girly parts (via The Healthy). Plus, if you have a partner, sleeping naked can naturally lead to greater intimacy and bonding.
Sleeping naked might not be your natural nighttime inclination, but it holds a whole host of benefits that are good for your health, your heart, your mind, and even your relationship.
