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Internal Brain Cleansing

Meaning

Internal brain cleansing is a metaphorical term used to describe the essential physiological process of metabolic waste removal from the central nervous system, primarily facilitated by the glymphatic system during sleep. This critical function involves the efflux of neurotoxic byproducts, such as accumulated proteins and excess neurotransmitters, which is vital for preventing neuronal damage and preserving cognitive function. Clinical efforts to support this process focus heavily on optimizing sleep architecture and reducing systemic inflammation. It is a necessary component of neural maintenance.