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Too Much Sleep May Signal Brain Changes | Leeds News
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- Jul 17, 2026
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Summary
New research reveals that sleeping over ten hours nightly may spike levels of p-tau181, a protein tied to Alzheimer’s brain changes — even after controlling for age, genetics, and other factors. But don’t panic: this doesn’t prove long sleep causes Alzheimer’s, just that it might be an early warning sign. More studies are needed, but it’s a wake-up call to rethink what “enough” sleep really means for brain health. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f9dc477f5418b5fb