Definition of «glymphatic»

The word "glymphatic" refers to a system in our brains that helps clean out waste and toxins while we sleep. It acts like a pathway for cerebrospinal fluid to flow and remove these harmful substances, keeping our brains healthy and functioning properly.

Phrases with «glymphatic»

Sentences with «glymphatic»

Iliff hypothesizes that a faulty glymphatic system may bear the blame for the over-accumulation of proteins seen in Alzheimer's, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Huntington's and other neurodegenerative disorders — and further study may even reveal a way to dispose of these clumps. (scientificamerican.com)
The researchers compared mice with a normal glymphatic system to those with a disabled gene that prevented glial cells from assisting in the fluid flow. (scientificamerican.com)
«The analysis showed us consistently that glymphatic transport was most efficient in the lateral position when compared to the supine or prone positions,» says Dr. Benveniste. (healthy-holistic-living.com)
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