"Sleep-Induced Brainwave Activity Facilitates Waste Clearance and Self-Healing"

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Source: Neuroscience News
"Sleep-Induced Brainwave Activity Facilitates Waste Clearance and Self-Healing"
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A study from Washington University reveals that during sleep, brainwaves facilitate the movement of cerebrospinal fluid through the brain, effectively flushing out waste and potentially preventing neurological diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Understanding and enhancing this cleansing process could lead to improved sleep quality and overall brain health, offering new avenues for treating sleep disorders and combating neurodegenerative diseases.

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