Aging and Sleep
Overview
Ever notice that it’s harder to get a good night’s sleep now than when you were younger? Aches and pains, a weaker bladder, acid reflux—even minor health concerns can have a major effect on a person’s ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.
Without a good night’s sleep, you may feel groggy and less sharp, and continued lack of sleep may raise your risk of medical problems such as type 1 diabetes, depression, high blood pressure, obesity and heart disease.
Take a look at your habits surrounding caffeine and alcohol intake, sleep aids and the use of electronics near bedtime. Medication side effects or health conditions may be causing insomnia. If sleep problems persist, talk to your doctor or consult with a sleep expert.
Without a good night’s sleep, you may feel groggy and less sharp, and continued lack of sleep may raise your risk of medical problems such as type 1 diabetes, depression, high blood pressure, obesity and heart disease.
Take a look at your habits surrounding caffeine and alcohol intake, sleep aids and the use of electronics near bedtime. Medication side effects or health conditions may be causing insomnia. If sleep problems persist, talk to your doctor or consult with a sleep expert.
Wellness and Prevention
- Up in the Middle of the Night? How to Get Back to Sleep
- 6 Tips for Better Sleep When You Travel
- Do Sleep Trackers Really Work?
- Good Sleep May Be All in Your Head
- Exercising for Better Sleep
- Your Bedroom For Better Sleep
- How to Sleep Better: Start with Your Doctor
- Rest Up: Sleep Powers Your Social Life
- Oversleeping: Bad for Your Health?
- Sleep Answers from Sleep Expert Charlene Gamaldo
- Choosing the Best Sleep Position
- Choosing the Right Mattress: Making a Smart Investment
- Better Sleep: 3 Simple Diet Tweaks
- Teens and Sleep: How Much Is Enough?
- Seven Ways to Get a Healthier Night's Sleep
- Natural Sleep Aids: Home Remedies to Help You Sleep
- Sleepless Nights? Try Stress Relief Techniques
- Preparing Your Bedroom for a Great Night's Sleep
- How to Sleep Well Despite Changes in Your Schedule
- New Parents: Tips for Quality Rest
- A Day That Leads to Your Best Night's Sleep
- Why Can't I Sleep? 6 Surprising Factors See More
