Your Brain Is 'Eating' Itself. Here's Why
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23 Apr 2024
For several years, it was believed that the human brain is 'fixed' after an age. But later research revealed it's flexible and changes continuously
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Phagocytosis, a cellular process, occurs in the brain, aiding in maintenance and homeostasis
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According to BBC Science Focus, the brain's high energy demand leads to the generation of cellular debris
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Sleep facilitates the removal of brain debris, which is crucial for optimal functioning
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Adolescent brains undergo pruning, eliminating unused connections for efficiency and adaptation
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This process involves the brain 'eating' itself, clearing space for more useful connections
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Brain plasticity allows for adaptation to life's challenges and experiences
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Flexibility enables the brain to constantly adjust and respond to stimuli
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The brain's dynamic nature is essential for learning, memory, and cognitive function
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Overall, the brain's ability to consume and remodel itself contributes to its remarkable resilience
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