No More Sleepless Nights: The Ultimate Cure for Urination Frequency at Night (Nocturia)

Experiencing frequent urination at night is miserable. Learn what you can do about nocturia.

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0:00 Introduction: Frequent urination at night (nocturia)
0:27 Nocturia explained 
1:13 Frequent urination causes  
4:10 What causes high insulin before bed? 
4:50 What you can do for nocturia 

In this video, let’s talk about what you can do if you experience frequent urination at night, also called nocturia. Urinary frequency is not a problem with the bladder. It’s a dietary problem. 

Nocturia can lead to:
• Fatigue 
• Blood sugar problems 
• Carb cravings 
• Increased cortisol (which affects your mood)
• Issues with your cognitive function 

This problem happens equally in men and women. Frequent urination in women is often thought to be caused by a urinary tract infection, and frequent urination in men is often thought to be caused by an enlarged prostate. But, while these could be factors, there is something else that is more common. 

Diabetics nearly always have problems with urinary frequency. People who have diabetes have high blood sugar levels and high levels of insulin (unless they have type 1 diabetes). In a study related to dogs, it was found that when insulin was administered to the dogs, they had significant urine output. Insulin inhibits the adrenal hormones that hold urine. High levels of insulin are also nearly always found in people who have overactive bladder syndrome. 

Doctors never seem to test insulin levels. But, I believe the most likely situation that causes urinary frequency is high levels of insulin. 

Snacking at night is a big cause of high insulin throughout the night. Even a low-carb snack will raise insulin. 

What you can do for nocturia:
• Stop snacking at night (don’t eat or drink after 6:30 pm)
• Consume less than 30g of carbs per day (Healthy Keto diet) 
• Do intermittent fasting 

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! Try these tips to help stop frequent urination at night (nocturia).

[SubodhKumar-htdw]

I normally don't comment but for everyone reading this go read the hidden herbs by anette ray

[GrindTime]

After 1 month of not eating 5+ hours before my bedtime and also not drinking any fluids 5 hours before bedtime I have finally stopped waking up to urinate. I've woken up only twice within a month. Thank you for this info! It's changed my life. I'm finally getting much better sleep and my quality of life is so much better!

Update: 2 months after this comment
I now only drink water when thirsty. My kidneys no longer hurt and I can eat and drink fluids 2 to 3 hours prior to bedtime and I still no longer wake up to use the bathroom. My sleep has improved so much.

6 month edit: I still no longer wake up to urinate. Occasionally once every week or two I will. Also for anyone wondering I'm 34 years old.

1 year edit. Everything is still good as it has been. The best thing about not waking up to urinate is better sleep. I hope this comment has helped. I only drink water when I'm thirsty and I don't drink or eat anything a few hours before bed and that's good enough for me. I eat my last meal about 7pm or 8pm and go to bed about 11pm or 12am everyday.

2 year edit - Everything is still good. I still do everything the same. I'm not dehydrated by any means. Don't read or assume too much. Perfectly explaining everything in a comment is difficult. Treat this as my own personal guide and testament. What works for you may be different but just do what works for you.

[gene]

Stop eating after 7pm and intermittently fast at least 4 days a week. That and cutting a LOT of junk food. Worked for me. Thanks Dr. Berg.

[bluesman]

What a superb human being Dr. Berg is. Most Doctors have gone to the dark side, while Dr. Berg shows us the light. Thank You.

[rafaelshumaker]

My nighttime urination went from 4 times per night, to none, after just 3 days. In another video on this same topic, you connect this even more to insulin resistance and recommend keto. I was not prepared to go that far. But I decided it would not be hard to just avoid the sugar gang (sugar, grains, and starches). I did not avoid them completely. But I reduced them significantly. After just 3 days, I slept through the night without needing the bathroom even once. And every night since then has been the same, rarely ever needing the bathroom at night. So I decided to continue avoiding the sugar gang. After just 3 weeks, my E.D disappeared. And after 3 months, I noticed that my belt had gone from its largest setting to its smallest one. I have almost no fat now, even though I have been eating more fatty cuts of meat, on purpose, as well as eggs and real butter. I am feeling better than I have in ages. Thank you Dr Berg.

[MrSquaky]

Save you 6 minutes of your life. 1. Don't eat or drink ANYTHING after 6:30pm. 2. Cut Carbs. The end

[Staerkodder]

At 56 years of age, after shifting to a low carb diet ten years ago and combining it with a moderate intermittent fasting scheme the last couple of years (approx eating window: 8.30 am - I get up at 4.20 am - to 18.30), I have gotten Nocturia down to once every three nights on average. Futhermore, I have low cholesterol (despite eating a lot of fats), low blood fats, stable blood sugar, healthy blood pressure levels, and most startling of all; little to no pain in my neck despite massive osteoarthritis originating from 3½ decades of heavy steel construction work.
My body seems to have become inflammation free. I know it is purely anecdotic evidence, but as far as I`m concerned, I have to conclude that simple sugars are poison, only to be used as spice and treats, like alcohol, and carbs as such should be kept to a minimum.

[TrillEverything]

This works! I am 60 and was 270 lbs. near the end of May 2023. I normally urinated 3 times a night and then again early in the morning. It was horrible. But I started a Low Carb OMAD and walking daily lifesyle on May 21, 2023. Today in November 4, 2023. I lhave lost 65 lbs and I'm now 204. Best part of all, I dont get up in the night to urinate at all! It totally disappered from my life, along with my weight and belly! I will not stop my plan until I hit 170, a total of 100 lbs loss. I have 35 more lbs to go!

[BlackBubblesJblack]

I swear Dr Berg has the holy Spirit every time I'm going through a situation he puts up a video about it

[quokkapirquish]

Yep, I can confirm this as a 50 year old male. Going Keto reduces your evening thirst! I can pee up to 10 times a day but the keto diet reduces it to 3 or 4 and, crucially, I can go all night without needing to go.

[peterluwinsky]

This is awesome ! You're advice actually It took me three days....only three freak'n days to stop getting up five times a night to piss. YOU DA MAN !!!!

[ahmedfaruqi]

Dr.Eric Berg is a blessing for the entire humanity.

[tigra]

About a week in, and I can definitely see a difference! I routinely drink a lot of water and had tried stopping that before with mixed results. So, I started eating dinner between 5 and 6, and stopped drinking water after that. No snacking. In 7 days, I've gone from 3-4 times per night average, down to 1. Thank you Dr. B!

[MarianR]

This is so true! Snacking is the issue for me. HOWEVER, I have also discovered the link between sleeplessness and frequent urinating. It’s the food that keeps me awake, and being awake prevents some mechanism that shuts off the urge to urinate when we’re in a deep sleep.

[usnva]

Don't follow the 6:30 PM rule. Everyone has different sleep schedules. Stop eating and drinking 4 hours prior to sleeping. If your sleep begins at 12 midnight, stop eating and drinking at 8 PM. If your sleep begins at 4 AM, stop eating and drinking at 12 midnight... and so on.

[kumarrajen]

Dr Berg, there is another important factor related to frequency of urination that is commonly ignored by many. This is the outside temp and amount of heat loss from body. Higher the amount of heat loss from body, for example in winters, higher the frequency of urination. So keep your body warm during sleep.

[susysamalex]

I watched this video a while ago, adapted my diet accordingly, nocturia decreased. I’ve slipped back and nocturia has increased. I do think you should keep reminding yourself of these tips!

[hmugisa]

Dr. Berg deserves the highest civilian honour that can be given for his contribution to our wellbeing!

[XanderNTheLogos]

Thank you Dr Berg for telling people the truth on how to stop the nocturnia madness! You are sweet and kind person! Unlike my doctor who told me it's ' normal ' to get up many times a night to urinate when I asked him about that problem as a teenager! Now I can finally get rid of this nocturnia torture!

[americanadreaming]

Doc Berg is a legend! Been doing IF and been sugar free for well over a year, so I just watch these videos as a healthy reminder of why. Thanks so much, Doc!