Why does it get harder to fall asleep as you get older?

But this is just a myth! The elderly need as much sleep as the young although it may be more difficult to achieve.

AgroWeb.org introduces you to several reasons why it can be difficult to sleep or stay up all night.

You Have Certain Health Problems

Many health disorders, including heartburn, arthritis, heart problems, and lung disease, can make it harder to sleep at night.

Also sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea but also menopause, can make this process difficult for anyone.

Urinate Frequently At Night

This may be due to an enlarged prostate, which you are more likely to experience with age, or it may be the result of medication. For example, if you are taking a blood pressure diuretic, you may need to urinate more often.

Regardless of the cause, frequent visits to the bathroom at night, disturb your sleep.

May Be Due To Evolution

Often, seniors fall asleep early and then wake up at 4 in the morning and can no longer sleep.

“There are some specialists who study theories of evolution and say that this is a way to preserve the human species,” said Dr. Abhinav Singh of Indiana.

“That is, young people, healthy and strong, stayed up late to save. “Then, at dawn, when the predators are also tired, they would hand over the line to the elders of the tribe,” explains Dr. Singh.

You Are Getting Less Deep Sleep

The elderly get less deep sleep every night, so not only the amount of sleep but also the quality changes.

“We still do not know why their percentage of deep sleep decreases with age,” says Dr. Singh.

Your Circadian Cycle Has Changed

Everything in your body functions in a 24-hour cycle, from eating habits to the sleep-wake cycle. And with age a natural circadian shift occurs.

Melatonin, the hormone that causes drowsiness, is produced and released earlier in the body’s circadian cycle. Also as you age, your body generally has less melatonin.

For example if you used to sleep at 10:00, now your body is ready to fall asleep earlier. This thing makes you wake up early.

How You Can Improve The Quantity And Quality Of Sleep

By consulting your doctor, try to find a suitable schedule during the day, to take the medication that causes you discomfort at night.

Do not consume drinks during the evening hours, to avoid urination at night. Also avoid consuming energy drinks during the afternoon hours.

Adjust the sleeping environment for a more comfortable sleep. For example, turn off the clock, the noise of which may disturb you. Replace the pillow or mattress if they cause you discomfort or pain.

Perform physical activity, even a walk, before bed. This will help you sleep faster and longer.

Avoid hours of sleep during the day, as this will affect nighttime sleep./AgroWeb

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