85% of women trade sex for a good night’s sleep, according to a study.

They say there are only two things you should do in bed: sleep and make love. Yet, many of us seem to prioritize the latter. In fact, a study by the British magazine Good Housekeeping found that 85 percent of women would choose a good night’s sleep over an orgasm. For men, the numbers are more modest: only 52 percent would trade sex for sleep.

This outcome isn’t due to a sudden loss of interest in sex among men and women. Rather, both genders are sleeping worse at night than their parents and grandparents did. As a result, many of us today have one common desire: to get a good night’s rest.

What Researchers Discovered

The gap between male and female responses was identified by a team of researchers who surveyed 1,800 individuals of both sexes. It’s linked to the fact that women report poorer sleep quality than men.

Seventy-nine percent of all participants admitted to having sleep issues, averaging one to two hours less sleep than they would like.

While most respondents believe they should ideally sleep at least eight hours a night, only 15 percent of women and 23 percent of men actually achieve this.

The study authors also shared findings from an in-depth analysis of British sleep habits, revealing an interesting trend regarding sleep arrangements. It turns out that about 9 percent of people living as couples do not share a bed. Of those, 92 percent sleep in separate rooms, while 5 percent sleep on different beds in the same room.

According to the magazine, due to serious issues with nighttime rest, Brits are increasingly turning to solutions that help improve sleep. These include aromatherapy, herbal teas, dietary supplements, and sleep trackers, as reported by the Daily Mail. Special mattresses and pillows that promote better sleep are also popular, with 80 percent of participants willing to purchase them. Researchers noted that 72 percent of volunteers have already spent money on sleep aids.

A British study from last year confirmed that people who regularly engage in physical activity are less likely to suffer from insomnia.