Ripples in rats’ brains tied to memory may also reduce sugar levels
The results suggest brain cell activity could play a surprising role in the body’s metabolism
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Bursts of activity created by nerve cells in the hippocampus (computer drawing shown), called sharp-wave ripples, are thought to solidify memories. These ripples may also lower sugar levels elsewhere in the body, a study in rats suggests.
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