{"id":6982,"date":"2023-01-08T14:35:28","date_gmt":"2023-01-08T14:35:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/?p=6982"},"modified":"2023-01-08T14:35:30","modified_gmt":"2023-01-08T14:35:30","slug":"top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Fascinating Facts About the Human Brain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The human brain is an incredible organ that is responsible for controlling all aspects of our lives, from our thoughts and feelings to our movements and behaviors. Despite its vital role, there is still much that scientists don&#8217;t understand about the brain. Here are 10 fascinating facts about the human brain that will help you understand this complex and amazing organ a little better:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_60 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-67804b3d64626\" ><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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average, your spinal cord stops growing at 4 years old.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#Your_brain_isnt_fully_formed_until_age_25\" title=\"Your brain isn&#8217;t fully formed until age 25.\">Your brain isn&#8217;t fully formed until age 25.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#The_human_brain_weighs_3_pounds\" title=\"The human brain weighs 3 pounds.\">The human brain weighs 3 pounds.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#Sixty_percent_of_the_human_brain_is_made_of_fat\" title=\"Sixty percent of the human brain is made of fat.\">Sixty percent of the human brain is made of fat.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#The_brain_is_the_most_flexible_organ_in_the_body\" title=\"The brain is the most flexible organ in the body.\">The brain is the most flexible organ in the body.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#The_brain_is_capable_of_creating_new_brain_cells\" title=\"The brain is capable of creating new brain cells.\">The brain is capable of creating new brain cells.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#The_brain_is_the_most_complex_organ_in_the_body\" title=\"The brain is the most complex organ in the body.\">The brain is the most complex organ in the body.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#The_brain_is_the_largest_organ_in_the_body_in_terms_of_mass\" title=\"The brain is the largest organ in the body in terms of mass.\">The brain is the largest organ in the body in terms of mass.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#The_brain_is_the_only_organ_that_has_the_ability_to_repair_itself\" title=\"The brain is the only organ that has the ability to repair itself.\">The brain is the only organ that has the ability to repair itself.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/top-10-fascinating-facts-about-the-human-brain\/#The_brain_is_made_up_of_about_75_water\" title=\"The brain is made up of about 75% water.\">The brain is made up of about 75% water.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On_average_your_spinal_cord_stops_growing_at_4_years_old\"><\/span>On average, your spinal cord stops growing at 4 years old.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1559757148-5c350d0d3c56?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1331&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The spinal cord is a long, delicate tube of nerves that runs from the brain down through the center of the back. It is an essential part of the central nervous system and is responsible for transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body. The spinal cord is surrounded by vertebrae, which are bones that protect and support it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_brain_isnt_fully_formed_until_age_25\"><\/span>Your brain isn&#8217;t fully formed until age 25.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>It is true that the brain continues to develop and change throughout an individual&#8217;s lifespan. During childhood and adolescence, the brain undergoes significant changes as it grows and matures. These changes can affect an individual&#8217;s physical and cognitive development, including their ability to learn and process information.<br>It is generally believed that the brain is not fully developed until around the age of 25. However, the specific age at which the brain reaches full maturity can vary from person to person. The brain continues to develop and change throughout an individual&#8217;s life, and different parts of the brain mature at different times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_human_brain_weighs_3_pounds\"><\/span>The human brain weighs 3 pounds.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1559757175-5700dde675bc?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1331&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The human brain weighs about 3 pounds (1.4 kilograms) on average, making it the heaviest organ in the body. Despite its size and weight, the brain is made up of about 60% water and is relatively delicate, being protected only by the skull and a thin layer of tissue called the meninges.<br>The brain is divided into several regions, each of which performs specific functions. These regions include the cerebral cortex, the cerebellum, the brainstem, and the hippocampus. The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the brain and is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as thought, perception, and behavior. The cerebellum is located under the cerebral cortex and is responsible for coordinating movement and balance. The brainstem is located between the cerebrum and the spinal cord and controls functions such as breathing and heart rate. The hippocampus is located in the temporal lobe and is important for memory and spatial navigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sixty_percent_of_the_human_brain_is_made_of_fat\"><\/span>Sixty percent of the human brain is made of fat.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>It is true that a significant portion of the human brain is made up of fat. In fact, it is estimated that around 60% of the brain is composed of fat. This fat, known as myelin, plays a crucial role in the proper functioning of the brain.<br>Myelin is a fatty substance that wraps around the axons of neurons, forming a protective sheath. It acts as an insulator, helping to speed up the transmission of electrical signals between neurons. Without myelin, the brain would not function properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_brain_is_the_most_flexible_organ_in_the_body\"><\/span>The brain is the most flexible organ in the body.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1559757175-0eb30cd8c063?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1331&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It can adapt and change throughout life in response to experiences, learning, and other environmental influences. This process is known as neuroplasticity. For example, studies have shown that the brains of musicians and language learners are different from those of non-musicians and non-language learners, due to the effects of practice and training on brain structure and function. Neuroplasticity can also occur in response to injury, illness, or other forms of stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_brain_is_capable_of_creating_new_brain_cells\"><\/span>The brain is capable of creating new brain cells.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>While it was once thought that the number of neurons in the brain was fixed, research has shown that the brain can generate new neurons, particularly in the hippocampus (a region involved in learning and memory). This process, called neurogenesis, was once thought to occur only during development, but it has now been shown to occur in adults as well. Neurogenesis is thought to be important for learning and memory, and it may also have implications for the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer&#8217;s disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_brain_is_the_most_complex_organ_in_the_body\"><\/span>The brain is the most complex organ in the body.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1566669419640-ae09e20a18d8?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=774&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is made up of more than 100 billion nerve cells (neurons) and trillions of supportive cells called glial cells. These cells interact with each other through a complex network of connections, allowing us to perceive the world, think, feel, and behave. The brain also has a highly specialized structure, with different regions responsible for different functions. For example, the prefrontal cortex is involved in decision making and planning, while the amygdala is responsible for processing emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_brain_is_the_largest_organ_in_the_body_in_terms_of_mass\"><\/span>The brain is the largest organ in the body in terms of mass.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>It accounts for about 2% of the body&#8217;s weight, but uses 20% of the body&#8217;s energy. Despite its size, the brain is incredibly efficient, using only about 20 watts of power \u2013 about the same as a light bulb. The brain is also the most metabolically active organ in the body, meaning it requires a lot of energy to function properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_brain_is_the_only_organ_that_has_the_ability_to_repair_itself\"><\/span>The brain is the only organ that has the ability to repair itself.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1644648479153-2a3dbee76212?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1332&amp;q=80\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After an injury, the brain can rewire itself to compensate for damaged areas. This process is called neuroplasticity, and it allows the brain to reorganize itself and adapt to new situations. Neuroplasticity occurs throughout life, but it is most pronounced during development and early childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_brain_is_made_up_of_about_75_water\"><\/span>The brain is made up of about 75% water.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to stay hydrated to keep your brain functioning at its best. Dehydration can cause fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and other cognitive problems. Water is essential for the proper functioning of the brain and the entire body. It helps to maintain the brain&#8217;s shape and structure, and to facilitate the transmission of electrical signals between neurons.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The human brain is an incredible organ that is responsible for controlling all aspects of our lives, from our thoughts and feelings to our movements and behaviors. 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