Rhythmic CO2 Pulses May Boost Brain Waste Clearance in Parkinson's

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Rhythmic CO2 Pulses May Boost Brain Waste Clearance in Parkinson's
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Researchers find that brief, rhythmic increases in CO2 (intermittent hypercapnia) can enhance glymphatic clearance and cerebrospinal fluid flow in both healthy individuals and people with Parkinson's, potentially aiding removal of brain toxins such as amyloid-beta; however, the durability of the effect and its impact on disease progression remain unclear.

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