TMHS 503: 10 Strange (But Powerful!) Facts About The Human Brain

The Model Health Show

Shawn Stevenson

Fitness, Health & Fitness, Nutrition

4.8 • 7.3K Ratings

🗓️ 6 August 2021

⏱️ 54 minutes

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Summary

The brain is the most complex organ in the human body. Its roles and responsibilities are vast, ranging from regulating breathing, processing memories, controlling motor skills, and so much more. On today’s show, I’m taking you behind the scenes of your incredible brain. On this episode of The Model Health Show, we’re going to cover ten amazing and strange facts about the human brain. You’re going to learn about the brain’s function and structure, the nutrients it needs to thrive, and how to protect your brain. You’ll also hear about your brain’s capacity during sleep, the role of proper hydration for brain health, and so much more. Your unique brain is truly amazing, expansive, and one-of-a-kind. The more we understand our brains’ functions and requirements, the better we can stack conditions in our favor. I hope this episode empowers you to take control over the health and power of your remarkable brain. Enjoy! In this episode you’ll discover: What nociceptors are and why they’re critical for human survival. How much the human brain grows in the first year of life. What percentage of breastmilk is comprised of saturated fat. The role cholesterol plays in the brain. What myelin is. The percentage of our caloric intake that our brain needs. How the blood-brain barrier works. What neuronutrition is. How the blood-brain barrier can become damaged over time. The benefits that extra virgin olive oil can have on the brain. What our brains are doing while we sleep. How the glymphatic system works. Why the brain has a soft consistency. What percentage of the brain is made of water. How dehydration impacts the brain. The incredible speed at which information can run between neurons. Why your brain needs oxygen. How to support your individual, amazing brain. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/model -- Get your optimal health supplements at 10% off! DrinkLMNT.com/model -- Get a FREE sample pack for the cost of shipping! The Truth About Cholesterol with Dr. Jonny Bowden – Episode 492 Neuronutrition Masterclass – Episode 496 How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry with Dr. Daniel Amen – Episode 400 The Science of Breathing with James Nestor – Episode 491 Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess with Dr. Caroline Leaf – Episode 463 Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud * Download Transcript Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation

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0:00.0	You are now listening to The Model Health Show with Sean Stevenson.
0:04.0	For more, visit TheModelHealthShow.com.
0:12.0	Welcome to The Model Health Show.
0:13.0	This is Pitneyton Nutrition expert, Sean Stevenson,
0:15.0	and I'm so grateful for you tuning in with me today.
0:18.0	On this episode, we're going to be taking an incredible adventure
0:21.0	into the human brain.
0:23.0	The human brain is very secretive.
0:26.0	We're going to interrogate it a little bit
0:28.0	to find out what's happening behind the scenes.
0:31.0	We're going to look at 10 strange but powerful facts
0:35.0	about the human brain.
0:37.0	We're going to kick things off with the really fascinating,
0:41.0	really strange, tenet about the human brain.
0:44.0	Now, even though the human brain can tell you about pain taking place
0:48.0	anywhere else in your body, the brain itself does not feel pain.
0:55.0	This is because the brain does not have no sea receptors.
0:59.0	These are pain receptors to actually indicate an express pain
1:03.0	within the brain itself.
1:05.0	Now, again, your brain can tell you about pain elsewhere.
1:08.0	Now, pain, if we really think about it, is an important part of our survival
1:13.0	and our functionality as human beings.
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