People have strong opinions on the “underwear vs. commando” argument when it comes to how we sleep.
Here’s what the experts have to say.
Or perhaps youve just never been a fan of going to bed commando.
But is there a right answer when it comes to your health and does it differ by sex?
We talked to doctors to find out.
Dr. Sherry Ross an OB-GYN and the author ofShe-ology: The Definitive Guide to Womens Intimate Health.
said that it really comes down to personal choice.
We talked to a handful of experts to get their take.
You may want to wear underwear to bed if…
If thats an issue for you, he recommends sleeping in a pair ofsupportive underwearto prevent any uncomfortable squashing.
So you canwash these items a little less frequently which is a plus if you hate doing laundry.
Underwear, even the loose-fitting kind, will serve as a protective barrier to the urethra.
Not every pair of underwear in your drawer is well-suited for sleep, though.
Youll want to choose an option that is both comfortable and made of breathable materials.
Cotton and bamboo are good choices for underwear, as they are soft, absorbent and breathable, saidDr.
Aanand Geria, a dermatologist at Geria Dermatology in Verona,New Jersey.
(Researchers looked at mens general underwear-wearing habits, not specifically their overnight undergarments.)
But other research has suggested that choice of underwearmakes no appreciable differenceon fertility outcomes.
Joshua Zeichner, associate professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital inNew YorkCity, told HuffPost.
Sleeping in soiled underwear can contribute to skin irritations or even infections.
And you may want to sleep commando if…
If what youre doing currently is working for you, then theres no need to make a change.
But if its not working, it cant hurt to switch things up.
This article originally appeared onHuffPost.
