The Importance of Deep Sleep for Brain Health and Dementia Prevention

SOURCE www.telegraph.co.uk
Getting deep, quality sleep is crucial for brain health and reducing the risk of dementia. Research shows that going to bed before midnight, ideally at 10-11pm, can optimize the amount of deep sleep one gets and improve overall cognitive health.

Key Points

  • Getting deep sleep is vital for brain 'deep washing' which clears out toxins and reduces the risk of dementia
  • Going to bed before midnight, ideally at 10-11pm, can optimize deep sleep
  • Regulating circadian rhythm through exposure to natural light and avoiding blue light before bedtime is essential for quality sleep

Pros

  • Optimizing deep sleep can reduce the risk of dementia
  • Establishing good sleep habits can have a major impact on cognitive health

Cons

  • Difficulty in reaching deep sleep as we age