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The blood-brain barrier is a protective layer of cells and blood vessels surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It acts like a filter that prevents harmful substances, such as toxins and germs, from entering the brain and damaging its delicate tissues. The BBB allows only certain substances, like oxygen, glucose, and some medications, to pass through and enter the brain. This helps to maintain a stable and healthy environment for the brain to function correctly.
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2024). Blood Brain Barrier (BBB). In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/encyclopedia/blood-brain-barrier-bbb/
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