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Learning something new isn’t just fun, it’s genuinely good for you. It keeps your brain active, supports mental well-being, and can even boost your confidence. Whether it’s something big or small, expanding your knowledge just feels satisfying.
So, how about picking up a few fresh bits of info today, pandas?
We’ve collected some curious gems from the Instagram page Secret Facts. They might not all be top-secret, but chances are you haven’t heard most of them before. Scroll down to check them out and don’t forget to upvote your favorites as you go!
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It’s not just a good idea to keep your brain healthy, it’s essential.
Mental decline, along with illnesses like dementia and Alzheimer’s, can creep in as we age, often catching people off guard.
It’s something many of us worry about, but the good news is that cognitive decline isn’t inevitable. There’s a lot we can do to keep our brains in great shape throughout our lives.
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JayhawkJoey 2 weeks ago
He should keep winning that prize! Think of what he'll do with the money.
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Kim Kermes 2 weeks ago
Onions and dust, onions and dust. I'm so sentimental and easily brought to tears. Maybe I'm canceling out a sociopath somewhere?
According to Harvard, several habits can help maintain healthy brain function, and it all starts with mental stimulation.
Whether it’s reading, solving puzzles, doing math problems, engaging your mind helps build neurological “plasticity.”
Research with both humans and animals has shown that stimulating your brain can help form new connections between nerve cells, and might even encourage the brain to grow new cells. This kind of mental engagement acts like a reserve, giving your brain more strength to cope with potential future losses.
And it doesn’t always have to feel like studying. Creative tasks that combine mental focus and physical movement, like painting or crafting, are just as effective.
Speaking of movement, physical activity is just as important for the mind as it is for the body.
Regular exercise increases the number of tiny blood vessels that deliver oxygen-rich blood to the part of the brain responsible for thinking. It also supports the growth of new nerve cells and strengthens the connections between them. In short, it helps keep your brain sharp, adaptable, and resilient.
Plus, exercise has broader benefits: it lowers blood pressure, improves cholesterol, balances blood sugar, and reduces stress—all of which support brain health.
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Pernille 2 weeks ago
Except that the so called whiskey war has been over for years. When Russia invaded Ukraine the Canadian and Danish gouvernements sat down, split the island down the middle, probably ate a good dinner, and now Danmark and Canada has a landborder. Allegedly they did it to show how to solve territorial conflicts.
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Nutrition plays a big role, too.
Diets like the Mediterranean one, rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, nuts, olive oil, and plant-based proteins, are associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
It’s not about cutting out everything “bad,” but rather focusing on balance and nutrients that fuel your brain.
Lifestyle habits also matter. Avoiding tobacco entirely and limiting alcohol intake can make a significant difference.
Smoking isn’t just harmful to the lungs, it thins the cerebral cortex, damages grey matter, and raises the risk of dementia.
Alcohol, when consumed heavily and over time, can harm brain cells and blood vessels, leading to serious cognitive and behavioral issues.
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Rali Meyer 2 weeks ago
And the late Lee Iacocca from FORD and Chrysler named it in his biography the best invention in the automotive industry. I use mine since I read it.
Mental health plays a huge part in all of this.
Constant stress, poor sleep, anxiety, and exhaustion can take a toll on brain function.
People dealing with chronic mental strain often perform worse on cognitive tests, not necessarily a sign of future decline, but a reminder that mental wellness and restful sleep are key components of long-term brain health.
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Mabelbabel 2 weeks ago
They met as students at Juilliard School in New York, were room mates for a while and were good friends the rest of their lives. RIP to both, sadly missed.
And finally, don’t underestimate the power of connection.
Building a supportive network of friends and loved ones helps us feel happier, more secure, and less isolated.
Interestingly, studies have shown that women often have larger and more diverse social circles than men, and while this isn’t the only reason they tend to live longer, it’s likely one of the contributing factors.
In short, taking care of your brain is a lifelong habit, and it’s never too early or too late to start.
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Rali Meyer 2 weeks ago
"Lose yourself" with the line (ironically): "...he's no father. He goes home and barely knows his own daughter."
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RamiRudolph 2 weeks ago (edited)
That's not a Leopard Shark though, that's a Nurse Shark. Also, those aren't his eyes, those are his nose holes.
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TruthoftheHeart 2 weeks ago (edited)
We should honestly make organ donation an automatic requirement. I don't understand how we can have an organ shortage when people die constantly, anybody who has viable organs should be donated. Otherwise you're just sticking them in the ground to rot, what's the point of making someone else have to die just cuz you don't want to cut up an already dead body?
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Kabuki Kitsune 2 weeks ago
This story is rather interesting when you start really looking into it. Originally the open plot (about 1/2 a city block) was purchased by a developer who built the private drive on it, and then built a number of houses along it. A HOA was supposed to maintain and pay for the taxes on both the street (which is a private drive), and the lot. However when the tax assessor hired an appraiser, there was a miscommunication, and the appraiser only valued the lot... not the street. When the HOA still didn't pay, it went to sheriff's auction. He bought it, thinking he just got the lot... not the street. The issue here that the city has, is his ownership of the street, creates problems for the people who own homes along it, as he has placed gates over the street to restrict access. The city is filing an eminent domain case to force him to sell it, and restore access to the legal homeowners who he's blocking entry to. To note: He owns one lot, and the street. NOT the houses or land.
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Siobhan Gournay 2 weeks ago
Can anyone explain to me how the image was created? This is just beautiful
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Kabuki Kitsune 2 weeks ago (edited)
The 1899 bottle is shaped that way because prior to that, one of the ingredients was alcohol, and it basically was a 'whiskey'. After 1929 they removed the "coke" from the Coke. The odd shape that we recognize today as the "coke bottle" shape came about because it was difficult to counterfeit, and as such made it hard for knock off companies to copy. At that time, the idea of trademarking a recipe (such as coke's own recipe) wasn't yet tested in courts. However trademarking a shape of a bottle... was.
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Rali Meyer 2 weeks ago
I recall the day (not the date) when a ball of ice cream went up from 5 pence to 10. It was slightly bigger though. For a week...
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