Delta Waves

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Description

Delta Waves are a type of Brain Wave.  The frequency of Delta Waves are 0.5 - 3 per second and their amplitude is 5-250 mV.

 

Delta Waves are Associated with these States

Nervous System

 Delta Waves occur during periods of Sleep - Slow-Wave (deepSleep) (i.e. during Stage 3 and Stage 4).

 

These Substances may Suppress Delta Wave Activity

Smart Drugs

 Oxiracetam may decrease the generation of excessive Delta Waves in people using Diazepam (Valium) and in elderly people with excessive Delta Wave activity.  [1]

 Piracetam may decrease the Brain’s Delta Wave activity.  [2]

 

These Substances may Enhance Delta Wave Activity

Hormones

 Pregnenolone may increase the generation of Delta Waves during Slow-Wave Sleep (deep Sleep).  [3]

 

These Foods may Enhance Delta Wave Activity

Sprouts

 Rye Sprouts (extract, e.g. Oralmat) may increase the Brain’s Delta Wave activity. 

 

These Substances may Cause the Generation of Excessive Delta Waves

Prescribed Medications

 Diazepam (Valium) may cause the generation of excessive Delta Waves.

 

These Ailments may Cause the Generation of Excessive Delta Waves

Aging Process

 The Brain’s Delta Wave activity may increase in tandem with the progression of the Aging Process.  [4]

 

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