THE BRAIN

THE BRAIN

.Your brain uses 20% of your body's energy, but it makes up only 2% of your body's weight.

Your brain is divided into two sides. The left side of your brain controls the right side of your body; and, the right side of your brain controls the left side of your body.

A cooked potato can jump-start your brain when you're feeling foggy.

Question time

How much does the brain weigh?

The human brain weighs on average three pounds, or 1.5 kg

How much blood is needed by the brain?

Approximately 20% of the blood flowing from the heart is pumped to the brain. The brain needs constant blood flow in order to keep up with the heavy metabolic demands of the neurons.

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