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Salt Intake and Nighttime Urination
High salt intake causes:
- Fluid retention during the day
- Fluid release at night when lying down
This leads to nighttime urination.
Reducing evening salt can help:
- Lower nighttime urine production
- Reduce swelling in legs
- Improve sleep quality
The Role of Leg Swelling (Often Overlooked)
Many seniors have mild leg swelling during the day.
When you lie down:
- Fluid from the legs returns to circulation
- Kidneys process it
- Urine production increases at night
Helpful strategies:
- Light walking during the day
- Leg elevation in the afternoon
- Compression socks (if recommended by a doctor)
This can significantly reduce nocturia.
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