A person in socks before going to bed.[Photo/pinterest]
If you are one of those people who slips on a comfy pair of socks before drifting off to sleep you are in luck because it turns out wearing socks in bed is good for you.
Warming your feet causes the blood vessels to dilate and hence this gives the brain a signal that it is time to sleep and hence helping with the blood vessel dilation in your feet can help you sleep faster.
Wearing socks while sleeping also helps with keeping your feet moisturized hence preventing the feet from drying out and this works out mostly for those suffering from cracked heels.
The best socks to wear are those made of natural soft fibers such as merino wool or cashmere. Normally they cost more than cotton or artificial fiber socks, but they are well worth the extra money. Make sure the socks you choose are not tight-fitting, which might constrict circulation and hinder proper warming of your feet.Before wearing the socks always ensure that you give your feet a pre-bedtime massage which will help to relax the feet and also helps to soften your feet.