Delays in dreaming might be an early warning sign of Alzheimer's disease. People who take significantly longer to enter the rapid eye movement phase of sleep could be experiencing an early symptom of Alzheimer's, researchers reported Monday in the journal Alzheimer's & Dementia .

Taking longer to enter the dream phase can disrupt the ability to consolidate memories and interfere with emotion regulation.

How To Sleep To Reduce Alzheimer's Risk. The researchers advise people who are concerned about their own risk of Alzheimer's to practice healthy sleep habits that can help ease th

In a nutshell Taking longer than 193 minutes to enter REM sleep may indicate elevated levels of proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease, potentially serving as an early warning sign of brain changes.