Why It's Harder to Sleep As You Get Older
Changes in sleep with age are common. As melatonin declines and circadian rhythms shift, sleep often becomes lighter, shorter, and more fragmented — even when sleep habits stay the same.
Melatonin production declines with age
Melatonin levels naturally decrease as people get older. This can weaken the body’s nighttime sleep signal, making it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep.
Sleep becomes lighter and more fragmented
Deep sleep typically declines with age. As a result, sleep may include more frequent awakenings and feel less restorative overall.
Circadian rhythms shift earlier
Many older adults feel sleepy earlier in the evening and wake earlier in the morning. This shift can create mismatches between social schedules and biological sleep timing.
Health and lifestyle factors add up
Pain, medications, reduced physical activity, and increased stress can further disrupt sleep — compounding age-related changes.
Nightcap Sleep Support Capsules are formulated with a low, physiologically mindful dose of melatonin (2 mg), designed to support natural sleep timing rather than override it — alongside complementary phytoactives (chamomile, valerian room, lemon balm) and amino acids that promote sleep quality.
View Nightcap Sleep Support Capsules →Quick FAQs
No. While sleep changes are common, consistent routines and healthy sleep habits can still support good sleep.
Sleep needs remain similar, but maintaining deep, continuous sleep often becomes more challenging.
Yes. Addressing timing, light exposure, stress, and comfort can significantly improve sleep quality.
