THE BUFFALO THEORY
In one episode of 'Cheers', Cliff is seated at the bar
describing the BuffaloTheory
to his buddy, Norm. I don't think I've ever heard the concept
explained any better than this . .
'Well
you see, Norm, it's like this . . .
A herd of buffalo can only move as fast as the slowest buffalo.
And when the heard is hunted, it is the lowest and weakest ones
at the back that are killed first.
This natural selection is good for the herd as a whole, because
the general speed and health of the whole group keeps improving
by the regular killing of the weakest members.
In much the same way, the human brain can only operate as fast
as the slowest brain cells.
Now, as we know, excessive intake of alcohol kills brain cells.
But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells
first. In this way, regular consumption of beer eliminates the
weaker brain cells, making the brain a faster and more efficient
machine.
And that, Norm, is why you always feel smarter after a few
beers.'
A
nature movie that I
found while searching for a buffalo picture - an upsetting but
amazing movie. (large file).
Mel February, 2008