4:00 a.m. again.
You’re wide awake—not from anxiety, not from noise—but from that relentless, urgent need to pee. You stumble to the bathroom, do your business, crawl back to bed… only to lie there, heart racing, mind buzzing, unable to reclaim the deep, restoring sleep you so desperately need.
You’ve been told: “It’s just part of getting older.”
That’s a myth.
Waking up two or more times a night to urinate—a condition called nocturia—is not normal. It’s not harmless. And it’s not inevitable.
But here’s the hopeful truth: One often-overlooked nutrient may hold a key to reclaiming your restful nights—and it’s not what you think.
Spoiler: It’s Vitamin D. And its role goes far beyond bones.
🚨 Why Nocturia Is More Than Just an Annoyance
Nocturia affects nearly 1 in 3 adults over 30—and over 50% of those over 60. But it’s not just about lost sleep. Chronic nighttime urination is linked to: