Did You Know!
Most of Your Neurons Don’t Regenerate—But One Special Area Can
Fact: The hippocampus, a region tied to memory and learning, is one of the few places in the adult brain where neurogenesis (birth of new neurons) can happen.
Why It’s Wild: For decades, scientists believed you were born with all the brain cells you’d ever have. This discovery shattered that idea—and shows lifestyle factors like exercise, sleep, and learning may actually grow new brain cells.
