[Dean's World] Dave Price: Higher Intelligence

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Posted by Dave Price:
Higher Intelligence
http://www.deanesmay.com/posts/1187815522.shtml


   In [1]this article on exercise and other factors influencing
   neurogenesis, the NYT somewhat reluctantly notes a hit of hemp may
   help the health of your head:

     MARIJUANA: We just report the data; we donât endorse it. A 2005
     study on rats found that stimulation of the brainâs receptors for
     marijuana increased neurogenesis.

   Bong hits 4 Einstein! And have a brain-boosting beer with lunch, too:

     ALCOHOL: A 2005 study found that mice that swallowed a moderate
     amount of ethanol showed more neurogenesis than teetotalers. Other
     studies on mice have suggested that heavier drinking can be
     damaging to the brain.

   Samuel Adams: brewer, patriot, stimulator of neurogenesis.

References

   1. http://www.nytimes.com/2007/08/19/sports/playmagazine/0819play-brain.html?pagewanted=2&ei=5087%0A&em&en=b71402a4ddd06aa3&ex=1187928000