Sentences with phrase «block orexin»
Interestingly, sleep deprivation markedly increased the buildup of Aβ in the brain of a mouse model of AD; whereas a drug that block orexin actions markedly decreased the buildup of Aβ.
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This rise in glucose blocks orexin, the «keep you awake» protein, so that you feel sleepy.
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New sleep aids block the activity of brain peptides called orexins, which play a role in addiction
The downside is this inflammatory response blocks the activity of the peptide mentioned earlier, orexin, the one that helps you stay awake and alert.