The brain can stay alive for 4 to 6 minutes without oxygen. After that cells begin die.
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10 seconds is the amount of time until unconsciousness after the loss of blood supply to the brain.
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Blueberry juice boosts memory.
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Chocolate is associated with the release of serotonin, the hormone that makes you feel relaxed, calm, and happy.
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Studies suggest that people who appear to be constantly distracted have more "working memory" and "sharper brains".
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Optical illusions occur when what the eyes see conflicts with what the brain expects.
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After age 30, the brain shrinks a quarter of a percent (0.25%) in mass each year.
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The cat brain weighs about 30g.
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