The human brain uses approximately as much energy as a 10 watt light bulb.
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A human brain produces as many as 12,000 to 50,000 thoughts per day, depending on how deep a thinker a person is.
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On average, there's 300 billion neurons in the octopus brain.
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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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The desire to squeeze and hug cute things comes from the same place in your brain as aggression.
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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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The brain can stay alive for 4 to 6 minutes without oxygen. After that cells begin die.
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