- The break down of fats for energy is called beta-oxidation and is not performed by brain cells.
- The brain relies on the liver to produce ketone bodies instead.
- Our cells break down carbohydrates, then proteins and then fats
A diet high in fat only contributes raw calories to the brain - the fuel is unusable directly. The argument basically boils down to: more calories led to bigger brains.
- The brain relies on the liver to produce ketone bodies instead.
- Our cells break down carbohydrates, then proteins and then fats
A diet high in fat only contributes raw calories to the brain - the fuel is unusable directly. The argument basically boils down to: more calories led to bigger brains.