Bullfrog brains can make their own backup fuel

InsectNews newsroom brief · 59m ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

For decades, scientists believed most animals relied on a steady supply of glucose, the body's primary fuel source, to power their brains. When glucose runs out, neural activity begins to fail, potentially leading to lasting brain damage.

For decades, scientists believed most animals relied on a steady supply of glucose, the body's primary fuel source, to power their brains. When glucose runs out, neural activity begins to fail, potentially leading to lasting brain damage. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking insect. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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