Doctor Explains Why You Shouldn’t Make Your Bed in the Morning—And It Might Surprise You!

If you’ve never been a fan of making your bed, science is now on your side! A viral TikTok video by Dr. Mehzer (@drsermedmezher), with over 2.6 million views, suggests that leaving your bed unmade might actually be better for your health.

In the video, Dr. Mehzer explains that immediately making your bed creates an ideal environment for dust mites—tiny, invisible creatures that can trigger severe allergic reactions.

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The video starts with an image of a messy, unmade bed. While that might make a neat freak cringe, Dr. Mehzer claims that not fixing your bed could improve your health. “Leave your bed like this in the morning. Your health will thank you for it,” he says.

According to Dr. Mehzer, your bed is never really empty. It’s full of dust mites that thrive on moisture—and when you make your bed right away, you trap that moisture in, creating the perfect conditions for them to thrive.

He shows footage of these mites under a microscope, describing how they “feast on our flesh overnight” and reproduce in the cozy, humid environment you create by tightly making your bed. These mites can cause allergic reactions you may not even realize are related to them.

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Dust Mite Allergy Symptoms!

Dr. Mehzer outlines common symptoms that dust mites can cause, including nasal congestion, rashes, and even more severe issues like asthma attacks.

The Mayo Clinic backs this up, stating that dust mite allergies can mimic hay fever symptoms and, in some cases, lead to eczema or serious asthma episodes.

Dust mites, which are microscopic relatives of ticks and spiders, aren’t just confined to your bed—they also live in carpets and upholstered furniture, feeding on dead skin cells.

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How to Reduce Dust Mites?

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They Feast On Us 🤢 bed. High Humidity: Dust mites thrive in environments with high humidity, typically between 70-80%. They absorb water from the air, making moist conditions ideal for their survival and reproduction. Indoor Settings: Common household environments like bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms often provide the warmth and moisture that dust mites need. Bedding, upholstered furniture, and carpets are particularly favorable habitats. Nutrient Sources: Human Skin Cells: Dust mites feed primarily on dead skin cells shed by humans and pets. Since people spend a significant amount of time in their homes, especially in their beds, these areas become rich feeding grounds for mites. Other Organic Matter: They also consume other organic materials found in dust, such as pollen, fungi, and bacteria. Allergy Triggers Allergenic Proteins: Fecal Matter and Body Fragments: Dust mites produce waste products and shed body fragments that contain potent allergenic proteins. These proteins can become airborne and inhaled, triggering allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Enzymes: The enzymes in dust mite feces, such as Der p 1 and Der f 1, break down proteins in human skin cells, aiding digestion. These enzymes are significant allergens #allergy #hygiene

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So, how do you combat these tiny pests? Dr. Mehzer has an easy solution: leave your bed unmade for 30 minutes to an hour in the morning.

This allows moisture to dry out, reducing the dust mite population. While this won’t kill all the mites, it will help keep their numbers down.

He also suggests using a dust protector for your mattress and regularly changing your sheets—ideally every week, or at least every two weeks.

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Mixed Reactions from TikTokers!

Not surprisingly, TikTok users had strong opinions on the matter. Many people who already skip making their beds felt validated. “Good, I’m lazy anyway,” one user commented. Another said, “I knew there was a reason I don’t like making my bed!”

However, some weren’t convinced. “It might sound weird, but making my bed every morning keeps me sane,” one person shared. Others expressed that their OCD or anxiety wouldn’t allow them to leave their beds unmade.

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While opinions vary, Dr. Mehzer’s video has sparked a new debate about the simple act of making your bed—and whether it’s really necessary after all.