The thalamus is one of the regions of the diencephalon (the others are the hypothalamus and the pineal gland). It is an important nerve center located in the human brain. Among its functions is the transmission of sensory impulses (from all senses except smell) from the spinal cord, cerebellum, brainstem and other brain regions to the cerebral cortex. In addition, it plays an important role in cognition (attainment of knowledge) and awareness and helps in regulating autonomous activities.
Water fasting is <span>a type of </span>fasting<span> in which the practitioner consumes only </span>water<span>. Beginners should water fast for no more than three days in the beginning.</span>
