You slip into peaceful slumber, snuggled up in a bed that’s just the right temperature, only to wake up hours later drenched in sweat. Your pyjamas stick to your skin, the sheets are soaked, and suddenly, you’re wide awake. Confusion and worry set in: what’s going on?
Sweating is normal. It’s our natural way of cooling down, kicking in when the body gets too warm. When you exercise, drink one too many drinks or spend the night under a heavy duvet, your hypothalamus (the part of your brain responsible for temperature regulation) signals to certain glands to release that clear, odourless fluid. Click here to read more.