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Temperature & Sleep

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Cool to sleep deeply

Core body temperature must drop 1-3°F to initiate sleep. Cooler bedrooms dramatically improve deep sleep quality.

Fact

The warm shower paradox

A warm shower 1-2 hours before bed actually cools you down. It draws blood to the surface, which then radiates heat away, dropping core temperature faster.

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Complete the sleep science fact.

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Match each temperature hack to when you should do it.

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Takeaway

Key Takeaway

A cool room (18-20°C), a warm shower before bed, and avoiding heavy meals make your body's natural temperature drop work for you.