Sleep – why do you lie down to sleep?

Sleep – why do you lie down to sleep?

Sleep is one of the most fundamental and essential human needs. Without adequate sleep, our physical and mental health can suffer. Our ability to function is compromised. However, have you ever wondered why we sleep lying down? Rather than standing or sitting? Lying...
Ageing – the role of genes

Ageing – the role of genes

Ageing is interwoven into all living beings. As we are born, we will age and die. The passage of time marks changes that lead to a decline in overall health and an increased risk of age-related diseases. However, recent research has shown that there are genes and...
Cholesterol – why is in your blood?

Cholesterol – why is in your blood?

Cholesterol, depending on who you speak to, has become a dirty word. World over, people are going to great lengths to lower their numbers. In particular, their blood cholesterol. But why is it in your blood in the first place? To understand this, we need to understand...
Fractal patterns – natures way of development

Fractal patterns – natures way of development

Fractal patterns, characterized by their self-similarity and repeating shapes at different scales, are a part of our natural world. From the branching of trees to the intricate designs of snowflakes, fractal patterns repeat in nearly every aspect of our environment....