Calm – when I lost mine
Calm is easily one of the best virtues a person can have. You might be intelligent, hard-working, rich or resourceful. But not being calm can alter the state you are in, regardless of other attributes. I write, about a time when I lost mine. Visiting a Government...
Sweet Tooth – how did you get one?
Sweet tooth is a term believed to have originated in the 1300s and refers to a person's strong liking or craving for sweet foods. The exact origin of the term is unclear, but it is believed to have come from the old English phrase "sweot-ðeog," which means "sweetness...
Frame Size
Frame size is a measure of the breadth of the bones and joints. It determines your body composition, the ability to train the body, and dietary needs. Knowing your frame size might help you make more informed fitness and eating decisions. I, for example, am a small...
Small Ventricle – an indicator of cardiovascular health
The small ventricle, also known as the left ventricular diastolic volume index (LVDVI), is an indicator of cardiovascular health. This measurement measures the left ventricle's size. The ventricle is responsible for delivering oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the...
Seizures – what can you do?
Seizures are a neurological disorder that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain, it can lead to uncontrolled movements, loss of consciousness, and other symptoms. In this post, we will look at the fundamental...
Flat Feet – what can you do?
Flat feet, also known as fallen arches or pes planus, are a common condition in which the arches of the feet collapse and come into contact with the ground when standing or walking. It occurs whenever the tendons and ligaments in the foot become weak, leading to an...
Cars – can you exercise in one?
Cars! They are everywhere. In one estimate, there were 1.4 billion cars in the world. Or one for every seven people. Many of us end up spending a lot of our time in one. If you do, is there a way to remain active, and also avoid muscle stiffness, and fatigue? I have...
Electrodes – can we grow them in the brain?
Growing electrodes in the brain is a promising area of research that has the potential to revolutionize the treatment of neurological disorders in human beings. The technique involves implanting tiny electrodes into the brain to monitor and stimulate neural activity....
Anxiety- can it affect your brain
Anxiety is a natural response to stress and perceived threats. However, when anxiety becomes chronic and overwhelming, it can have detrimental effects on your health. One of the most common symptoms of anxiety is an increased heart rate, which is the result of signals...
Graves Disease – an autoimmune condition
Graves' disease is a common autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland, causing it to produce too much thyroid hormone. This condition is named after the physician Robert J. Graves, who first described it in 1835. Graves' disease is also known as toxic diffuse...
Pancreatic Islet Transfer – A cure for Type I Diabetes?
Pancreatic islet transfer is a promising approach to curing Type 1 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, called the beta cells. Without insulin, the body cannot...
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...