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The thirsty brain

  1. What percentage of the brain is water?
  2. How can water help me learn?
    • By helping my concentration?
    • By helping my memory?
 

Answer

If you are dehydrated, your brain is less effective at making multiple connections, which quickly affects your ability to concentrate, think and remember. So to help you learn, drink plenty of water!

Smith A (2002), The Brain's Behind It. Stafford: Network Education Press

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