Why Does the Brain Need So Much Power? Posted bymadure May 1, 2008Mar 11, 2012 — Leave a Comment It is well established that the brain uses more energy than any other human organ, accounting for up to 20 percent of the body’s total haul. read more | digg story Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Like Loading... Related