Struggling with Nighttime Bathroom Trips? 😫 Waking up multiple times a night to pee—known as nocturia—can ruin your rest and affect your health. But small tweaks to your hydration routine may fix it. 💧🛌
💡 Expert-Backed Tips to Sleep Better:
Drink water strategically:
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🕕 Before 4 p.m.: Drink 70–80% of your daily intake in small amounts.
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🕘 4–6 p.m.: Slow down water intake.
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🕙 After 6 p.m.: Avoid fluids, soups, teas, or alcohol.
🦵 Elevate Your Legs (5:30 p.m.):
30 minutes with legs up helps drain fluid buildup and reduces nighttime urination.
❌ Avoid These After 5 p.m.:
Cucumber, watermelon, celery, tea, coffee, alcohol, broths, and salty foods.
✅ Signs It’s Working:
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Fewer nighttime wake-ups
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Restful sleep
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Less thirst at bedtime
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Reduced leg swelling
Stick with the routine for a week and see results. Still struggling? A urologist can help rule out deeper issues like prostate problems or diabetes.
