The desire to squeeze and hug cute things comes from the same place in your brain as aggression.
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Quick naps not only improve your alertness, but they also help in decision making, creativity and sensory perception.
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The adult human brain weighs about 3 pounds (1,300-1,400 g).
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The ancient Egyptians thought the function of the brain was to produce snot.
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On average, there's 300 billion neurons in the octopus brain.
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Chewing gum boosts your brain power.
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Scientists say that a 'zombie apocalypse' is actually possible based on the recent discovery of certain brain parasites. But as of now, these parasites only affect bugs.
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Research has shown that allowing chocolate to melt in your mouth produced brain and heart rate activity that was simliar to - and even stronger than - that produced with passionate kissing.
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