Deep sleep may be crucial in clearing toxic Alzheimer’s proteins from the brain

For the first time scientists have demonstrated how the brain washes away toxic proteins during a specific phase of deep sleep. The study builds on a growing body of evidence suggesting chronic sleep disruption could play a role in the onset of Alzheimer's and dementia.

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Category: Science

Tags:

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Dementia
• Neuroscience
• Sleep
• Sleeping

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