Waking Up at 3AM Every Night? Here’s What Aging Has to Do With It

Sleeping patterns and deep sleep changes as we get older, although it is a natural part of aging there are ways to help support a better nights rest.

• How melatonin and circadian rhythms change as we get older
• Why seniors are more likely to wake up early and have fragmented nights of sleep
• What people are doing to have a good nights sleep
• H-Sleep Aid Formula as a natural alternative to support a good nights rest

Gone are the days where we were able to sleep until 12 PM the next day, and still get a good night's sleep that night too. So what changed? 

As the years go on it seems that we as humans just require less and less sleep, which isn’t true. Trying to fall asleep or stay asleep is a challenge for many of us. A natural and gentle option to consider is H-Sleep Aid Formula, it is a homeopathic formula made to support relaxation before bed time.

What Actually Happens To Our Sleep As We Get Older

The older we get, we tend to get less sleep. With factors like insomnia, restless leg syndrome and hormonal changes, these all play a part in how we get a full night's rest.  
Our bodies produce a hormone called melatonin, and as we get older, our melatonin levels decrease. This can affect how deeply we sleep and how long we stay asleep throughout the night.

Why Am I Waking Up So Early?

The melatonin mentioned above is in charge of something called a circadian rhythm. It's an internal clock that we all have, it tells you when to eat, sleep and wake up. As we get older our circadian rhythm shifts, meaning that older adults start to feel sleepy early on in the evening, and end up waking up at around 3-4 AM, making it feel like they’ve had a good night's sleep even though they haven’t.

What’s Keeping You Up

Besides the above there are other factors we can look at as well that may be disrupting how you get a good night's sleep:

• Stress, an overactive mind at bedtime can lead to sleeping in chunks or struggling to fall asleep in general.
• Hormonal changes like menopause, menstruation and pregnancy
• Insomnia or sleep apnea
• Frequent need to use the bathroom (nocturia)
• Certain medications can also affect how you get a full nights sleep

Note: Do not use H-Sleep Aid Formula if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Always consult a healthcare professional before using any supplement or product.

There are certain habits that we might be doing before bed keeping us up too:

• Screen time, especially watching anything that is high-energy or violent in nature
• Having caffeine, alcohol, nicotine or fatty meals
• Drinking a lot of fluids

What Are People Actually Trying

Getting a good night's rest the older you get is just as important as when you were young.  Here are some options and additions to daily routines that people are trying: 

• Melatonin
• Magnesium
• Glycine
• H-Sleep Aid Formula

Daily habits you can add to your routine: 

• Keep a consistent sleep schedule
• Have a consistent 30 minute workout routine that could be light walking or riding a stationary bike
• Keep your bedroom dark and cool when going to sleep
• Get morning sun on your face each morning to help with your circadian rhythm
• Managing stress by having a wound down routine 
• Try limit naps to 30 minutes

Using H-Sleep Aid Formula Before Bed

With our minds often racing from the day that has passed, relaxing can seem foreign to most when climbing into bed. Creating a winding down routine before you go to sleep with H-Sleep Aid Formula is a soothing way to end the day off.

How H-Sleep Aid Formula Supports A Good Night's Rest:

• It is a natural and safe formula to use before bed
• The formula is made with natural ingredients to support a calming bedtime routine
• Ingredients in the H-Sleep Aid Formula have been carefully selected for their traditional use in homeopathy

How to apply H-Sleep Aid Formula:

• Apply 30 minutes before bed time
• Put one or two drops onto your temples and back of the neck
• Massage the formula into your skin
• You may reapply if you wake up during the night

Frequently Asked Questions About Sleep

Is It Normal To Sleep Less As You Get Older?

Yes, naturally our bodies produce less melatonin which then in turn lets us get less sleep as we age. Ensuring you have a daily routine that includes physical activity, avoiding certain things before bed and creating a winding down routine can help support a good night's rest.

How Many Hours of Sleep Do Adults Need?

Adults should aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night. 

Is H-Sleep Aid Formula Safe To Use Every Night?

H-Sleep Aid Formula is safe to use every night although it is not habit forming. As with any natural option, results will vary from person to person.

Can Stress Cause Sleep Problems ?

Stress can cause sleeping problems at any age, it is important to manage stress and find ways to relax before bed.

Why Do Seniors Wake Up So Early?

Natural changes in the circadian rhythm as we get older will shift the internal clock that we have causing sleepiness early on and earlier morning wake windows in seniors.

Sources

UCLA Health. 5 reasons you wake up earlier as you age - and how to get better SleepMedilinePlus. Aging changes in sleep
Sleep Health Foundation. Ageing & Sleep
Harvard Medical School. Genetics, Aging and Sleep: Sleep and Aging

Note: This article is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you are experiencing persistent sleep difficulties, extreme fatigue, or any other symptoms affecting your daily life, please consult a qualified healthcare professional. H-Sleep Aid Formula is a homeopathic product and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition.