Facts
The brain is an organ. True or False?
True
What color is brain blood?
Red
What occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing brain cell death?
A stroke
How much sleep should you get to help maintain a healthy brain?
8 - 10 hours
True or false? Einstein's brain was larger than average
False
Who has a bigger brain? Men or women?
Men
How fast can brain information travel up to? 250 mph, 350 mph or 450 mph?
350 mph
What brain disease is characterized by tremors, muscle stiffness, and slow movement.
Parkinson's Disease
Is there a link between blood pressure, blood sugar and a healthy brain?
Yes
Does the brain shrink as you get older?
Yes, after 40
At what age does the brain stop developing? 15, 20 or 25?
25
What color is the brain?
Pinkish-Gray
A neurological disorder characterized by recurring seizures.
Epilepsy
List 3 activities which are good for brain health.
Exercise, crosswords, Sudoku. socializing, reading etc.
How many dreams does the average person have per night?
4 - 7
What percentage of the brain is made up of fat?
60%
How much does the average adult brain weigh?
3 pounds
A neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations
Tourette Syndrome
What part of fish is good for brain health?
Omega 3 fatty acids
How long does short term memory last?
1.5 minutes
What is the main source of communication between the brain and the body?
The spinal cord
What is the name given to the junction between two brain cells?
Synapse
Abnormal bulges in blood vessels that can rupture and cause bleeding in the brain.
Aneurysms
What type of vitamins are best for brain health?
B vitamins like B6, B12 and B9 (folic acid)
Who famously showed that black holes can, like so many objects in our universe, shrink and die. He even turned this insight into a bit of advice for us all: “Things can get out of a black hole. ... So if you feel you are in a black hole, don't give up — there's a way out.”
Stephen Hawking