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Brain freeze is where the palate of the mouth (the roof of the mouth) gets too cold and 'freezes' causing the nerves to send out pain signals. To cure it you simply place your tongue on the roof of your mouth to warm it up again.

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What causes a brain freeze?

The best way to avoid a brain freeze is to actually hold the offensive liquid against the roof of your mouth. The pain associated with brain freezes is the result of rapid cooling and warming, causing your blood vessels to quickly contract and then dialate. Your body is percieving the rapid temperature change in your mouth as an indication of a dangerously cold environment, and so your blood cells contract to conserve body heat, as the substance is swallowed, your blood cells return to their previous size and it is this oscillation that is so painful. Ever notice how a brain freeze starts AFTER you have swallowed your drink?


Can a brain freeze make you pass out?

Generally speaking, no. What is referred to as brain freeze is when someone swallows a cold liquid and they develop a pain in the back of their throat that feels like it is in their head. It is thought to be caused by constriction and dilation of blood vessels in the roof and back of the mouth. It is a temporary condition and usually not dangerous or harmful. However, passing out from a sudden or extreme 'brain freeze' is possible.


How can one effectively get rid of brain worms?

To effectively get rid of brain worms, one can seek professional help from a mental health provider, such as a therapist or psychiatrist, who can provide therapy and medication to address the underlying issues causing the intrusive thoughts. It is important to seek help early and follow the treatment plan recommended by the healthcare provider.


Is the process of picking up information and relaying it to the brain.?

sensations


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The "four F's" are a mnemonic device for recall of the four behaviors associated with the hypothalamus - fighting, fleeing, feeding & fornicating.

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Can brain freeze kill you?

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What happens if you get a brain freeze while having a headache?

Nothing. A brain freeze is incorrectly named as it occurs in the mouth rather than the brain.


What are the causes of brain freeze?

The main cause of Brain Freeze is either eating something really cold like ice-cream, or drinking something cold. The Brain Freeze is actually caused by an abrupt increase in blood flow within the brain.


How do you get rid of face freeze?

u wait there is not really a way to get rid of face freeze but waiting for it to go away plus it helps to try to move your face


Can people die from brain freeze?

No it is not humanly possible for a person to die from a brain freeze.If you could die from a brain freeze the population of people would decrease every second of the day.Someone in the world is having a brain freeze right now but i dont actually think they are dying.


Does touching the roof of your mouth stop a brain freeze?

Yes, touching the roof of your mouth with your tongue can help alleviate a brain freeze. The warmth from your tongue can help to slowly warm up the roof of your mouth and alleviate the cold sensation causing the brain freeze.


What part of the brain does brain freeze affect?

"Brain freeze" is not really inside the brain. It is a headache that you get from eating or drinking very cold substances. It is actually caused by rapid cooling and rewarming of capillaries in the sinus cavities.


Can you have brain freeze without eating something cold?

No, brain freeze is a sensation caused by consuming something cold quickly, which leads to a sudden constriction of blood vessels in the roof of the mouth. Without the trigger of cold food or drinks, brain freeze would not occur.


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Chowder - 2007 The Brain Freeze - 2.16 was released on: USA: 9 July 2009


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To get rid of boredom, you should do a hobby that will stimulate your brain.