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 often cited as a property in foods that you should avoid. However, itâs hard to completely stay away from something thatâs found in much of the food that you eat. Lectins are proteins, and they exist in significant amounts in about 30 percent of foods.