453. 7 facts you need to know about your brain

There are a surprising number of myths and misconceptions about the brain, particularly with regards to its development in our 20s. In this episode, we unpack a number of surprising facts and studies about the brain so that we can in turn better understand how to make the most of our 20s.

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We unpack:

• The science of neuroplasticity and how our brain can rewire itself

• Why, on a cognitive level, a broken heart may not be so different from a broken arm

• How much of our brains we really use (hint - it’s more than 10%!)

• The gut-brain axis and why poor gut health can cause depression - not the other way around

• Why our brain needs to forget to function properly

• The real age our brain stops developing

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