The brain uses far more energy than its size suggests
~20% of body oxygen use · ~25% of body glucose use
The human brain makes up only about 2% of body weight, yet it uses about 20% of the body's oxygen and about 25% of its glucose.
~20% of body oxygen use · ~25% of body glucose use
The human brain makes up only about 2% of body weight, yet it uses about 20% of the body's oxygen and about 25% of its glucose.