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Older adults often experience changes in sleep patterns, including difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. These changes can be influenced by various factors such as health conditions, medications, and lifestyle. Improving sleep for older adults can involve creating a comfortable sleep environment, maintaining a regular sleep schedule, and addressing any underlying health issues. Good sleep is crucial for older adults as it can enhance cognitive function, mood, and overall quality of life.

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Managing Cholesterol: How Does Sleep Play a Role?

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Why should you care about the sleep-cholesterol connection? The evidence suggests that getting 7-8 hours of quality sleep can optimize HDL, keep LDL in check, and reduce triglycerides, supporting heart health. Conditions like sleep apnea and habits like insufficient sleep can disrupt this balance, increasing cardiovascular risk. By prioritizing sleep, especially in mid-life when sleep challenges are common, you can take a proactive step toward managing cholesterol and improving overall well-being. What’s one change you could make tonight to sleep better and support your heart?

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Strength Training vs. Cardio: Improving Sleep Quality in Older Adults

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Sleep problems become more common with age. In fact, about 30–48% of older adults report daytime sleepiness and 12–20% meet criteria for insomnia. Poor sleep in seniors is linked to many health issues – depression, anxiety, metabolic syndrome, hypertension and heart disease are all associated with insomnia. Treating sleep problems without drugs is especially important for older people, since sleep medications can have long-lasting side effects.