[capt. norm]

I grew up in Iowa and loved to sleep on an old couch on our unheated back porch. I piled on the blankets (+ one quilt) to keep warm, plus the porch stole some heat from the basement during the really cold weather, but I slept very well and always woke up hungry.

Our family doctor back then (late 50's) said, in general, hungry = healthy and I stayed in good health.

To this day I still enjoy sleeping extra cool. Standing order: "turn the A.C. cooler and hand me another blanket."

No trouble trying to fall asleep when you're more anxious about getting warm.

[Paisan]

in general, hungry = healthy

Scientist who study longevity report that the key to long life is Cold + Hungry. Apparently, cells that are seeking heat and nourishment remain more flexible, thus, healthier longer.

[Chickensoup]

I discovered that like my ADD son I also need a ton of covers to sleep well.

Theory: Less “ADD” in past because people were pressed every night in heavy woolen bedding. And quilts with cotton batting.

Which is mimicked now in special ed classes and by occupational therapists with weighted blankets and vests.