How Can You Stop Night Sweats? Treatment

• Sleep in natural fibers: Wear natural fiber pajamas and dress in layers so that you may remove a garment if you get too hot. Wearing tight clothes made from synthetic materials will prevent you from cooling down and may cause you to sweat more.
• Use breathable sheets: Make sure your sheets are made of cotton or a light, breathable material. Consider purchasing a cooling mattress or cushion that is designed to transport heat away from the body. 
• Cool down your room temperature: While a warm bedroom is not the primary cause of night sweats, it can worsen them. Lowering the thermostat in your room can help prevent heat from building up around the body throughout the night. 
• Avoid spicy, fatty foods: Acidic foods can aggravate acid reflux, which contributes to night sweats. Similarly, eating a protein-rich diet can cause excessive perspiration, which is commonly called meat sweats. Protein makes the body work harder to break down foods, which can raise your body temperature. Avoid spicy, fatty, citrusy, and acidic foods before bedtime.
• Reduce caffeine intake: Caffeine stimulates the heart and increases blood flow to the skin, causing you to sweat and feel flushed. Some evidence suggests that caffeine can aggravate body temperature. Switch to non-caffeinated alternatives, such as herbal teas. 
• Limit alcohol intake: Alcohol has an impact on your central nervous system, circulatory system, and nearly every other aspect of your body. It raises your heart rate, which causes your blood vessels to dilate. Night sweats are also a symptom of alcohol withdrawal. If you drink heavily on a daily basis, consult a specialist before making any drastic changes in your lifestyle.
• Exercise regularly: Exercise regularly may help reduce night sweats. A recent study found that women with sedentary lifestyles experienced a significant reduction in hot flashes after incorporating 45 minutes of cardio exercises 4-5 times per week.
• Perform relaxation techniques: Studies have suggested that controlled breathing techniques can significantly reduce hot flashes in menopausal women. Meditation, mindfulness, and other stress management techniques have also been shown to alleviate stress and night sweats.
• Diet and supplements: According to some studies, foods containing isoflavones, which are  estrogen-like plant chemicals, may help alleviate hot flashes and night sweats. Women who eat a diet high in these foods report fewer menopausal symptoms. Foods that contain isoflavones include soy, beans, lentils, and pulses. If you want to try an isoflavone supplement, you should seek the opinion of your doctor.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is often used to treat mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Although it is usually done by a psychiatrist or counselor, there are a variety of self-directed programs available.

Evidence suggests that CBT is useful in the treatment of hot flashes and night sweats in women and can also help improve mood, sleep, and overall quality of life.

Hormonal therapy

Women who reach menopause or who undergo hysterectomy often suffer from hot flashes and night sweats. Women who undergo hysterectomy may only be prescribed estrogen as hormone replacement therapy to reduce these symptoms. However, women who still have their uterus may be prescribed a combination of estrogen and progesterone to prevent endometrial cancer, which is one of the side effects of estrogen therapy.

Antidepressants

The only non-hormonal FDA-approved medication for hot flashes is a low-dose version of paroxetine. Hot flashes are treated with the following antidepressants as well:

• Venlafaxine
• Paroxetine
• Escitalopram or citalopram

Although these medications are not as effective as hormone therapy for severe hot flashes, they can benefit women who are not able to use hormones.