Claire Reid
As you may have noticed, it’s a bit warm in the UK at the moment as the sun finally shows its face and summer gets underway.
Earlier this week, Brits were informed that we’re set to have the hottest day of the year so far next week.
But while sunny days are well and good, hot, sticky nights are not so fun.
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And if the sudden increase in temperature has tempted you to sleep naked to try and combat the heat, then this might make you think again.
An expert from the Shut Eye TikTok account has explained why sleeping without clothes could actually be a bit risky.
In the clip above, he reveals: "Here's why you should never sleep commando. The average person cracks one off 15 to 25 times a day, and this can happen when you're sleeping.
"A scientific study has proven that every time you beep the horn, you spray a tiny amount of faecal material."
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So yeah, you might feel a bit cooler but you’re also showering your bed with s**t.
However, not everyone was put off by that fact - responding to the video one TikTok user said: "And? Just wash ya sheets often.”
Another said: "Yeah and everything in your bathroom is covered in it so imma sleep comfy and wash my sheets."
Although said in jest, the commenters above are right - with another expert suggesting those who do sleep in the nude wash their sheets more regularly than those who opt for pyjamas at bedtime.
Doctor Hana Patel told Huff Post: “If you do choose to sleep naked, I would recommend that you wash your sheets at least once a week.
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“When we sleep we shed hair, skin, saliva and faecal matter which is likely to be increased if you're sleeping without pyjamas on.”
She added: “Let’s not forget that over time your bedding will also collect dust mites so with increased bacteria in the sleep space, wash your bedding once a week.”
With regards to the advantages and disadvantages of sleeping naked, according to the Sleep Foundation, 'there isn’t much scientific research studying the effects of sleeping nude, or reliable data on what percentage of people in the U.S. sleep naked'.
While Behavioral sleep disorders specialist Doctor Michelle Drerup, told Cleveland Clinic: “There’s no proven benefit or harm to sleeping naked. Just do what feels right and then rest easy with your decision.”