Researchers have found that amyloid beta … the protein that contributes to the development of Alzheimer’s disease … was excreted from the brain most efficiently during sleep.
A recent study available on the NIH website shows that when we sleep our breathing becomes more balanced and contributes to the more efficient cleansing of our brain by the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
What this study obviously suggests is that sleep is a vital component for healing … and not just a luxury to be indulged on a Saturday morning.
It also suggests that proper breathing (slow and full) … even when awake … most likely contributes positively to the flow of CSF and enhances the health of our brain.
Breathe.
For those who would like to see the technical article here’s the link.
http://coherence.com/nihms432693.pdf
Steven Templin, D.O.M., Dipl. Ac., is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, who addresses the gut, brain, and stress related causes of illness. He teaches and consults online, and sees patients at the Natural Medicine Center in Lakeland, Florida.
You can learn more about Dr. Templin and his healing program The 4-D Solution: Diet, Digestion, Detoxification & De-Stress by visiting www.newmedicalmodel.com.
Steve is a retired Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture Physician, and HeartMath Trauma-Sensitive Certified Practitioner with over 35 years of clinical experience in Energy Medicine, Energy Psychology, and Biofeedback.