When you drool in your sleep, it’s a signal from your body

They open their eyes, still slightly dazed, and there she is… Surprise: Your pillow is damp, just like your cheek. A bit embarrassing, isn’t it? But this little nighttime nuisance is more common — and more revealing — than you might think. What if it wasn’t a problem, but a positive signal from your body? Let’s take a closer look at this phenomenon, which is as natural as it is fascinating.

Drooling in your sleep: A sign of deep sleep?

It may be hard to believe, but yes: nighttime salivation can be proof that you’re fast asleep! During the most restorative stages of sleep, our body relaxes completely, including the facial muscles. As a result, saliva no longer flows naturally into our throat and may end up on our pillow. Reassuring, isn’t it? It’s like your body is telling you, “You’re finally getting the rest you need!”

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