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You open your eyes, still a little foggy, and there you have it… surprise: your pillow is damp, as is your cheek. A little embarrassing, right? Yet, this little nighttime annoyance is more common—and more revealing—than you might think. What if, far from being a problem, it was actually a positive signal sent by your body? Let’s take a closer look at a phenomenon that’s as natural as it is intriguing.
Drooling while sleeping: a sign of deep sleep?
It may be hard to believe, but yes: drooling at night can be proof that you’re sleeping… soundly! When we enter the most restorative stages of sleep, our body relaxes completely, including the muscles in our face. As a result, saliva no longer flows naturally down our throat, and can end up on our pillow. Reassuring, right? It’s as if your body is telling you, “You’re finally getting the rest you need!”
