Deep Sleep May Help Prevent Dementia as We Age
Study shows that even small decline in sound sleep may raise dementia risk.
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Study shows that even small decline in sound sleep may raise dementia risk.
As little as 1 per cent reduction in deep sleep per year for people over 60 years of age translates into a 27 per cent increased risk of dementia, according to a study which suggests that enhancing or maintaining deep sleep, also known as slow wave sleep, in older years could stave off dementia.
Get latest articles and stories on Health at LatestLY. According to one study, a 1% loss in deep sleep each year for persons over 60 years old translates into a 27% higher chance of dementia. The study also suggests that improving or maintaining deep sleep, also known as slow-wave sleep, in older years may help prevent dementia. Health News | Study Reveals Improving Deep Sleep Can Prevent Dementia.
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