Brain and Willpower
The anterior mid cingulate cortex plays a crucial role in motivation, willpower, and the ability to resist temptations, such as food. Individuals with higher activity levels in this brain region tend to exhibit greater tenacity, while those struggling with apathy or eating disorders show diminished activity. Interestingly, "super agers" maintain a larger anterior mid cingulate cortex, allowing them to preserve youthful cognitive abilities well into their later years.In this clip
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