Sleep Disturbances with Age
BackSleeping well is essential to your physical health and emotional well-being no matter what your age. As you age, you may find that you sleep more lightly or lie awake longer during the night than you used to. A good night's sleep improves concentration and memory formation, allows your body to repair any cell damage that occurred during the day, and refreshes your immune system which helps to prevent disease.
Here are some tips to ensure you wake up refreshed and well rested.
- Stick to a regular bedtime and getting-up schedule
- Allow yourself time to unwind - don't watch TV or participate in exercise for about an hour before bed
- Try to relax by reading a book or listening to quiet music
- Keep the bedroom at a comfortable temperature
- Get regular exercise (just not too close to bedtime)
- Avoid alcohol in the hours before bedtime - it might seem to make you sleepy but it will disrupt your sleep
- Be sure to have 6-8 glasses of fluid each day but remember that drinking close to bedtime makes night time trips to the bathroom more likely
- Limit caffeine to earlier in the day
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