Your Brain is More Amazing Than You Think: 15 Mind-Blowing Neuroscience Facts!

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00:00Did you know that the human brain generates enough electricity to power a small light bulb?

00:04It's true! Every day, it processes about 70,000 thoughts.

00:10That's like running a marathon of ideas.

00:13And here's something wild.

00:14Your brain is about 75% water, making it one of the wettest organs in your body.

00:20Ever heard of the brain freeze?

00:23That's your brain reacting to cold stimuli, causing blood vessels to constrict and then

00:28rapidly dilate, sending a jolt of pain.

00:31Fascinating, right?

00:33Also, your brain is capable of creating new neurons throughout your life, a process called

00:38neurogenesis.

00:39This means you can literally grow your brain.

00:42And while it weighs only about 3 pounds, it consumes roughly 20% of your body's energy.

00:48So, the next time you ponder a tough question or feel a brain...