Tag: Sleep Health
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5 Daily Habits to Cut Heart Disease Risk, Backed by a Doctor
Heart disease remains a leading cause of death worldwide, but there’s hopeful news: the World Heart Federation estimates that about 80% of cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, is preventable. Prevention doesn’t always require dramatic changes. Often it’s the small, thoughtful daily habits that add up to stronger heart health. Dr. Vass, MD, a…
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Poor Sleep May Accelerate Brain Aging, Study Finds
Poor sleep may accelerate brain aging, new findings suggest In a large study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet, scientists explored how everyday sleep habits relate to the aging of the brain. Using data from 27,500 middle-aged and older adults in the UK Biobank, the team estimated brain age with machine learning on more than…
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Poor Sleep Health Linked to Faster Brain Aging Across Adults
Why sleep quality may influence brain aging Emerging evidence suggests that how well we sleep might not only affect how rested we feel, but also how quickly our brains age. In a large UK-based study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet, scientists explored whether unhealthy sleep patterns are connected to an older-looking brain, as measured…
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Apple Watch Sleep Score: The New Rest Score Explained
Apple Watch Sleep Score: The New Rest Score Explained Have you ever woken after a seemingly normal night yet felt utterly exhausted? The answer could lie in sleep quality, not just hours slept. Apple has introduced a new feature aimed at helping you understand the science of rest: the Rest Score. Built to complement the…
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New US Study Links Chronic Insomnia to Faster Cognitive Decline and Dementia Risk
Chronic insomnia and brain aging: what the study found A large U.S. study from the Mayo Clinic has found that chronic insomnia in adults over 50 is linked to faster declines in memory and thinking, along with a higher risk of developing dementia. The research followed thousands of participants over several years, using detailed cognitive…
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New Study Reveals Sleep Patterns as Dementia Warning Sign
Understanding Dementia and Its Warning Signs Dementia is a term that describes a range of cognitive impairments, including memory loss, difficulties in communication, and impaired reasoning. While traditional warning signs like forgetfulness and language difficulties have been widely recognized, recent research sheds light on another potential indicator: sleep patterns. New Research Highlights Sleep Patterns as…