Day 155 of 365
June 4
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Neuroscience The Science of Sleep
During sleep, the brain cycles through stages including REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, when most dreaming occurs. Sleep is essential for memory consolidation, toxin removal, and tissue repair. The glymphatic system, discovered in 2012, clears waste from the brain primarily during deep sleep.
💡 Did you know?
Whales and dolphins sleep with one half of their brain at a time so they can continue breathing!
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