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#8: Sleep, Learning, The Glymphatic System, Amyloid-Beta Plaques, and Cognitive Enhancement
#8: Sleep, Learning, The Glymphatic System, Amyloid-Beta Plaques, and Cognitive Enhancement
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16 minutes
Released:
May 25, 2020
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Podcast episode
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Why is sleep important? What is the role of poor sleep quality, sleep deprivation, and sleep apnea on our ability to learn new languages, content, and complex ideas? What is the difference between REM and non-REM sleep? What is occurring with beta-amyloid plaques in Alzheimer's dementia and what role does the glymphatic system play in dementia prevention?
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Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/drnissen
Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-with-dr-nissen/id1510757864
Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.
Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy
Released:
May 25, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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