Credit: CanvasIn the vast realm of learning, we embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of our unique styles. Some say there are four main paths to knowledge; others argue there are seven. Today, we delve into the four primary styles of learning, each a universe unto itself, waiting for us to explore...
Revealing the Enigma of the Runner's High. Thought you had the post-workout rush all figured out? Prepare for a surprise twist. Credit: Unsplash.The "runner's high" phenomenon has long divided enthusiasts into two camps: fervent believers and adamant skeptics. While not everyone experiences a euphoric rush following vigorous exercise, the runner's high is tangible. But what sparks...
Credit: PixabayYou might have suspected it, and now science confirms: Hugs benefit both physical and mental health.A recent review of 212 studies reveals that hugs and other forms of physical touch offer health benefits across all age groups.Pooling the results of numerous studies, researchers from Ruhr University Bochum in Germany and the Netherlands Institute...
An image of a human brain captured with the new Iseult MRI machine at a power of 11.7 Teslas, showing the level of detail possibleCEAThe world's most powerful MRI machine has begun to demonstrate its capabilities by conducting scans of living human brains. These images offer an ultra-high-resolution view of the brain, aiding in...
Brains are larger than they were in the 1930s. Credit: IdeogramLarger brain size indicates enhanced brain health and cognitive abilities. Since the 1930s, there has been a consistent increase in brain size. A recent study highlights the implications of this growth on the likelihood of developing dementia, specifically Alzheimer's disease.By 2020, more than 55...
In today's fast-paced world, our relationship with food has become complex. We often confuse psychological cravings with true physiological hunger, leading to overeating and unhealthy eating habits. However, there's a powerful practice that can help us reconnect with our body's natural signals and learn what true hunger really means: fasting.Differentiating Psychological Appetite and Physiological...
Credit: DepositphotosWhile most people are familiar with the traditional five senses (touch, sight, hearing, smell, and taste), not everyone is aware of our additional sense known as interoception.Interoception pertains to our perception of the body's internal state. It enables us to sense and comprehend internal signals regulating crucial bodily functions such as hunger, thirst,...
Credit: IdeogramResearchers have identified a correlation between lower household income and accelerated degradation of the white matter in the brain. While the levels of this white matter naturally decrease as individuals age, residing in poverty appears to hasten this decline.The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Lausanne and the University of Geneva...
Credit: PixaobayResearchers have discovered that participating in activities intended to release anger, such as jogging or using a punching bag, is unlikely to effectively reduce anger. Instead, they recommend engaging in activities that lower physical arousal.Anger, an undesirable emotion for many, appears to be increasingly prevalent nowadays due to various factors. A Gallup poll...
A recent study on mice reveals that microplastics might lead to changes in behavior. Image credited by EuroNewsAccording to a fresh investigation, microplastics could be as prevalent inside the body as they are in the environment.In the study, scientists exposed mice to varying amounts of microplastics through drinking water and observed how these particles...
