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Supporting Weight Management
Believe it or not, sleeping naked can even support your weight management goals. While it won’t replace a healthy diet and exercise, sleeping without clothes can have subtle effects that contribute to maintaining a healthy weight.
Boosting Metabolism
Sleeping in a cooler environment can activate brown fat, a type of fat that burns calories to generate heat. When you sleep naked, your body may be better able to cool down, which can, in turn, stimulate brown fat activity. This increased calorie burning can support weight loss or help you maintain a healthy weight over time.
Reducing Cortisol Levels
Cortisol, known as the stress hormone, can lead to weight gain, particularly around the abdomen, when levels are consistently high. Poor sleep and elevated body temperature can increase cortisol production. By sleeping naked and improving your sleep quality, you can help regulate cortisol levels, reducing the risk of stress-related weight gain.
Improving Insulin Sensitivity
Good sleep is essential for maintaining healthy insulin levels. Insulin sensitivity can decrease when you don’t get enough sleep, increasing the risk of weight gain and even type 2 diabetes. Sleeping naked, which promotes deeper and more restorative sleep, can help improve insulin sensitivity and support your overall metabolic health.
