The central nervous system (CNS) is the body’s command center, consisting of the brain and spinal cord. It receives, processes, transfers information, and regulates all bodily functions (Farley et al., 2014).
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2024). Central Nervous System (CNS). In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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