Scientists gathered two groups of mice, born on the same day and placed them in two separate cages. Both groups were given the same kind and amount of food. One group had the chance to run on the exercise wheel whenever they felt like it, hoping to find an escape. The other group was given no exercise equipment.
When the brains of each group were examined after death, it was found that the mice who exercised showed brains with extra connections and their brains were even larger in size. They also lived much longer than the mice with no opportunity to exercise.
What a great message from the humble mouse which seems to be the most interesting “guest” in all scientific laboratories. Another tip they offer is to check for well hidden entrances to our basements where the winter winds can whistle in and create very cold floors as well as loss of heat during the winter months. It seemed almost impossible for a friend of mine to find her nocturnal guest who dined with delight on all food sources available as all cupboards and garbage cans were carefully researched. Then luck was with him as he sensed a fragrant food that was carefully served on a little board plate. A sharp snap was heard and the night visitor no longer arrived. No longer did she have to wash out the cupboards each day and clear out the mouse tracks.
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