by M i x y The human body has daily rhythms that seem to be governed by what scientists now regard as a "biological clock." Heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and urine … [Read more...]
One thing I can never come to terms with is weight. I won’t give you the diatribe about weight loss and how I managed to drop 75 pounds, because it would all be a lie. The fact is I’ve never been overweight and I’ve never had to count calories. My metabolism is ridiculously fast. I suppose a lot of it is genetics. However, this doesn’t steer me away from physical fitness and proper exercise. I practice martial arts and lift weights regularly. I figure I had better work to keep that metabolism going for when I hit 40 and 50. Besides I want to be strong, in shape, and set a good example for my children. No offense, but you should be doing the same thing. It’s imperative to get our kids started at a young age.
by tobiastoft Nothing is worse than seeing a small child who is obese. This is terrible! I often wonder what other cultures think when they visit the United States. They probably think we're a bunch … [Read more...]
Should Diabetes Risk Keep Older Women From Giving Birth?
by neeffree In the controversy that erupted when the world found out that a 63 year old woman was on her seventh month pregnancy after using IVF to conceive. Although giving birth by women over 50 … [Read more...]
Teens invent way to keep floodwaters out of subways – Science News for Students
Science News for StudentsTeens invent way to keep floodwaters out of subwaysScience News for Students(SSP also publishes Science News for Students.) Kyle and Raymond used a three-dimensional printer … [Read more...]
How to Train your Brain to keep you healthy and happy
by cveldstra When you are unhappy what do you do? Do you go out for a meal? Go to the cinema? The theatre, perhaps? Do you go shopping? Perhaps you like a drink to overcome your unhappiness. Or do … [Read more...]
Working on Classic Cars? Use Mechanics Gloves To Keep Your Hands Cut Free
by agatha sea When it comes to the protective gear we wear, the safety gear is an important part of our safety and family. We use various forms of protective apparel, and we are safe doing tasks at … [Read more...]