- Practice relaxation breathing exercises prior to bed and after waking with a night sweat
- Get adequate daily exercise
- Maintain a normal weight
- Drink plenty of water during the day
- Medications known as anticholinergic agents may help reduce sweating. These should only be taken under the advice of a health care professional.
- Change your pajamas – Wear light, natural fabrics, like cotton. Wear loose fitting tank tops and shorts, rather than long-sleeved tops and pants.
- Change your sheets – Choose sheets with a thread count of 300 or less. Take the comforter off the bed.
- Stop the alcohol – Drinking alcohol before bed cancause night sweats. Spicy foods can have the same effect.
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