Should you sleep naked? Heatwave myths debunked
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From sleeping naked to drinking hot beverages, Yolanthe Fawehinmi takes a look at common hot weather misconceptions.
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From sleeping naked to drinking hot tea we sort heatwave myths from medical fact
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Expert reveals why you SHOULDN'T sleep naked in a heatwave & it could actually be making you hotter
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Why You Shouldn't Sleep Naked in Hot Weather
Hot weather: Why you should never sleep naked