Feb 12 • General discussion
Cleaning Your Brain While You Sleep: The Glymphatic System 🧠
Let's dive into what you need to know about the glymphatic system.
What is it? 🤔
Think of it as your brain's lymphatic system - a cleanup crew that:
- Removes waste materials
- Delivers essential nutrients
- Maintains brain homeostasis
- Distributes glucose, lipids & neurotransmitters
Why Should You Care? ⚠️
A dysfunctional glymphatic system is linked to:
1️⃣ Neurological Conditions
- Alzheimer's (beta-amyloid buildup)
- Parkinson's (alpha-synuclein)
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Brain injuries
- Stroke
- CTE
- Migraines
2️⃣ Sleep disorders
3️⃣ Age-related decline
10 Ways to Optimize Your Brain's Cleaning System:
1️⃣ Sleep Optimization
- 7-8 hours of deep sleep
- Best position: Right side
- Second best: Left side
- Avoid stomach sleeping
2️⃣ Exercise Daily
- 30-45 minutes
- Walking
- Running
- HIIT
- Weight training
3️⃣ Stay Hydrated 💧
- Half your body weight in ounces
- Add minerals/electrolytes
4️⃣ Mind Your Posture
- Avoid prolonged sitting
- Use ergonomic setups
5️⃣ Stress Management
- Deep breathing exercises
- Alternate nostril breathing
- Belly breathing
6️⃣ Nutritional Support
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- Essential minerals
7️⃣ Vagal Stimulation
- Humming
- Gargling
- Gagging exercises
8️⃣ Physical Therapy
- Upper cervical manipulation
- Chiropractic care
9️⃣ Light Therapy
- LED photobiomodulation
- Increases blood flow
🔟 Fasting
- Intermittent fasting
- Extended fasting
- Triggers autophagy
Sleep Optimization Tips 😴
Create the perfect sleep environment:
- Electronics-free bedroom
- Complete darkness
- Cool temperature (65-70°F)
- White noise
- Weighted blanket
- Consider mouth taping
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Cleaning Your Brain While You Sleep: The Glymphatic System 🧠
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