Any of a group of neurons that become active both when an animal moves in a certain way and when the animal observes others performing the same action. Learning by simulation or imitation is thought to be a function of the system of mirror neurons in the brain. See also: neuron. 1  Facebook.
5. Lectins. Lectins are found in high quantities in beans and wheat, which as mentioned earlier reduce nutrient absorption and can cause indigestion, bloating and gas for many people.
Lectins are a group of proteins. In general, there are 12 major lectins, although there are actually quite a few more (about 119 known types total). Iâll talk about a few particular lectins below, but for the most part, itâs enough to know that lectins are a group of proteins.