Do you really know? Can deep sleep help stop dementia?
Dec 10, 2024
Discover how deep sleep plays a critical role in brain health and may help prevent dementia. Learn about the fascinating process where the brain cleanses toxins during sleep, almost like a nightly reset. Gain practical tips on how to enhance your deep sleep quality for optimal health. Delve into scientific insights revealing that sleep isn’t just downtime but an active and vital state for maintaining cognitive function.
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Deep Sleep's Role
- Deep sleep is crucial for brain health, not just rest.
- It actively cleans out toxins, reducing dementia risk.
Brain's Cleaning Cycle
- The brain's cleaning process is most active during deep non-REM sleep, often in the early morning.
- This process involves cerebral spinal fluid washing through brain tissue, removing waste.
Boosting Deep Sleep
- Avoid coffee, alcohol, and electronic devices before bed for better sleep quality.
- Minimize light exposure in your bedroom, even from small devices.