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The Brain Makes A Lot Of Waste. Here's How It Cleans Itself Up

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The Brain's Nightly Cleanse

This chapter explores the brain's unique method of self-cleaning during sleep, focusing on the glymphatic system and its role in removing waste. It discusses groundbreaking research that highlights potential future treatments for preventing neurological diseases like Alzheimer's.

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