Waking Up to Pee at Night? Here Are Simple Tips for Reducing Nightly Bathroom Breaks

We all know that being cozy and comfortable in bed after a long day is one of the best feelings. So imagine being snuggled up under the sheets, trying to sleep, only for your brain to repeatedly signal that it's time to pee. It's inconvenient and can lead to crankiness and grogginess in the morning, especially if you have trouble falling back asleep. Typically, urine production decreases when you sleep, allowing 6 to 8 hours of uninterrupted rest. But if your sleep is sabotaged by needing to pee constantly throughout the night, you're probably not getting the quality rest you need. Here are simple tips and tricks for reducing your nightly bathroom trips. Read more: These 7 Foods Can Make You Feel Sleepier at Bedtime What is nocturia? Nocturia is a medical condition that causes you to wake up more than once per night to pee. It affects an estimated one in three adults over 30 and about half of people 65 and older. There are many causes of nocturia, including drinking too much liqui ... Read full article.