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Is Your Bedroom Too Warm? New Study Reveals the Surprising Link Between Sleep Temp and Heart Risk

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Photo by SHVETS production: https://www.pexels.com/photo/an-elderly-man-sleeping-on-the-bed-8899461/

The temperature you keep your home at can be somewhat of a hot topic. We’ve all seen those videos online accusing people of being reptiles when they say they prefer their home at 76 degrees. Older individuals tend to keep their homes a little warmer, though. But what you may not know is that the temperature of your home, especially while you are asleep, can have a profound impact on your health.

Many Americans are unknowingly sleeping in rooms that are too warm. While they might feel the warmer temps help them relax, it could be stressing their hearts. A new study found that even small increases in bedroom temperature can raise the risk of cardiovascular strain. Here’s what you need to know.

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