The brain begins to grow four weeks after conception. During childhood years much of the development necessary for further knowledge is developed as utilized neurons that are reinforced will remain. At this stage, your brain weighs 95% of its adult weight. During adolescence, the brain begins to age. By the age of 45-49 lapses in short-term memory are common. Maintaining healthy habits can improve your brain function.

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