BETTER SLEEP

Studies suggest that immersion in hot water (such as a hot tub which has a constant temperature) before bedtime can ease the transition into a deeper, more restful sleep. This may be due to a temperature shift since the body's core internal thermostat drops after leaving the water, which signals the body that it's time to sleep. Or, the sleep improvement may also be related to hot water's relaxing properties—the buoyancy of water reduces body weight by approximately 90%, relieving pressure on joints and muscles creating the sensation of weightlessness. The hot, swirling water leaves you feeling both mentally and emotionally relaxed. An added benefit of a hot tub-induced sleep is that it's a natural remedy, unlike alternative sleeping aids, such as prescription drugs, over-the-counter remedies, and alcohol, all of which can make you feel groggy and have other adverse side effects," said Cunningham. In an effort to promote the use of hot water as an aid in obtaining a better night's sleep, HotSpring® Spas, the world's number one selling brand of portable spas, has formed a partnership with the National Sleep Foundation.