During slow-wave sleep, body temperature, heart rate, and the brain’s oxygen consumption decrease, which reduces metabolic processes and allows the brain to recover from daily activities.

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  The Effect of Insomnia on Brain Health - American Brain Foundation

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• The Effect of Insomnia on Brain Health - American Brain Foundation www.americanbrainfoundation.org American Brain Foundation via serper

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• Slow Wave Sleep concept