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EPISODE · Jul 18, 2026 · 11 MIN

The Microglia Connection: Rethinking Sleep Loss in Alzheimer's Disease

from The Well-Built Life · host The Well-Built Life

Discover how groundbreaking research from the University of Kentucky is challenging our understanding of Alzheimer's disease. By shifting the focus from amyloid plaques to the brain's immune cells, known as microglia, scientists have uncovered a new culprit behind sleep disruption. This podcast explores the inflammatory cascade that drives sleep loss and discusses innovative, noninvasive strategies to restore healthy sleep patterns. Join us as we examine how modulating these immune cells could lead to affordable, accessible diagnostic tools and life-changing treatments, offering new hope for improving cognitive function and quality of life before the onset of memory loss.📥 Connect with The Well-Built LifeIf you enjoyed today’s conversation, please take a moment to follow or subscribe to the channel on your favorite platform so you never miss a practical health and wellness tip.Spreaker: Spreaker Podcast LinkBusiness Inquiries: Contact Us☕ Support the ShowThis podcast is completely independent and ad-free, relying entirely on listeners like you to keep it going. If you find value in our episodes and are in a position to do so, please consider supporting our work. You can buy us a coffee or make a small donation through the link below - every single bit helps us keep creating practical, easy-to-understand health content.Support & Buy Us A Coffee Here: PayPal🌱 About The Well-Built LifeWe cut through the complicated fitness fads and confusing trends to bring you simple, actionable tips for everyday health, nutrition, and mindset. No extreme rules or heavy jargon - just realistic strategies to help you live a stronger, more balanced life.This episode includes AI-generated content.

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