In the human brain are fighting "angels" and "devils" Bashny.Net

The man is a constant struggle between two different parts of the brain. Scientists from the California Institute of Technology American conventionally called their "angel" and "devil," wrote London the Daily Telegraph.



"Angel" more pronounced in people with a strong will, and "the devil" - at the infirm, who find it difficult to exercise self-control.

As an experiment, a group of volunteers were asked to choose between different dishes.



Some people prefer less tasty food, but more healthy for the body. Others chose the most delicious, even if the products contain a lot of calories and fat.

Observations have shown that at this point in their brains became more active area "of the devil", while at first there was a balance between regions, allowing them to make better choices.

According to scientists, the information obtained may be used in matters of diet. Professor Colin Kemerer said: "After centuries of debate, we were able to establish that the strength of character and will depend on the ability of the human brain to resist the temptation." According to him, further research will help to develop a more complete theory of how a man running self.