Common changes that can occur after age 70 and why it’s important to know about them early

1. 1. Why sleep becomes fragmented after 70
      One of the first changes most people notice is that they no longer sleep as they used to.
      After 70, the brain produces less melatonin, the hormone that regulates deep sleep. In addition, the internal biological clock becomes more sensitive to light and noise.Track Sleep

 

This can cause:

Waking up several times during the night
Difficulty falling back asleep
Feeling tired even after spending many hours in bed

This is not

insomnia in the traditional sense. It is a neurological change typical of