Sleep expert’s warning after Kerry Katona admits changing bed sheets every 2 weeks
In the past, there’s always been a debate about how often Brits should wash their beds.
Studies have shown that some people only tackle the chore a few times a year, while others do it more frequently.
Now a sleep expert weighed in on the topic after former Atomic Kitten star Kerry Katona revealed her hygiene habits.
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The 42-year-old mum admitted she changes hers every two weeks – which expert Martin Seeley warned against doing.
Writing in her New! Magazine column, Kerry said: “I live in a big house with a lot of kids, so it’s a hassle.
“Share the same bleeding towel, that’s what I say.
“It’s not good for the environment, or for your energy bills to keep washing them.
“It’s the same as bed sheets. I probably change my sheets every fortnight.”
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Now discussing Kerry’s confession, Martin revealed how often Brits should wash their beds, reports Leicester Mercury.
The MattressNextDay CEO said: “Ideally, you should be washing your bed sheets every single week.
“Every night, the average person sweats at least 200ml of liquid, which naturally seeps through to your duvet.
“Further studies show the average bedding harbours around 20,000 dust mites.
“Given that 80% of dust mites are made up of dead skin, you should be washing your bedding at least once a week.”
However if you often get night sweats or hot flushes, Martin reckons you should do it more often.
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He continued: “If your bedding feels damp or ‘clammy’, you should strip them and wash them straight away.
“In addition, some medical conditions require your bed is as clean as it can be with no bacteria or dust.
“Suppose you suffer from a skin condition such as eczema or psoriasis, or a respiratory condition like asthma.
“In that case, it may be aggravated by dust mites or bacteria built up in a dirty bed.
“Therefore, you should wash your sheets as often as possible.”
Martin also suggests washing bedding at 60 degrees and recommends air drying sheets to avoid tumble dryer costs.
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