Spending less time in THESE two sleep stages may contribute to Alzheimer’s, says study

While the verdict on its cause is not clear, Alzheimer's is thought to be caused by a combination of factors, including abnormal protein buildup (plaques and tangles) in the brain, age-related changes, genetic predispositions, and lifestyle/environmental influences, ultimately leading to brain cell damage and death. Sleep troubles are also said to be linked to the disease, and now, new research says that poor sleep in two stages of the sleep cycle can contribute to Alzheimer’s

Most Recent