Archive for 'Health' Category
Fascinating Biology: The World with Toxins
31 July 2007 <Apart from the fact that biology teaches us about plants, animals, organisms and human functions, it would perhaps be very interesting to dwell on the issue of toxins and how they influence our lives. There is hardly anything more interesting in biology than toxins, because as soon as you learn about them and what they can do to our environment you are doomed to regard the world with different eyes.
Yes, biology facts officially say it: toxins are everywhere nowadays: under your chair, on the scarf you use to cover your neck, on the carpet, even on that freshly washed plate. But what exactly are toxins? Apparently, they are micro-organisms that inhabit practically any spot, from you inside body to the whole environment. For instance, did you know that the smell of new carpets comes from one such toxin that can severely damage your brain in time? Or those air fresheners that contain toluene can lead to neurological and behavioral changer? Or did you ever think that your microwave oven may cause young girls to develop prematurely and young boys to have estrogen effects?
Biology also teaches us that toxins are to be taken in consideration when we will be forced to protect ourselves from the dangers of toxins. Surely enough, the best way would be to actually protect ourselves from coming into contact with them, but since this is a sensitive topic, we might as well consider other solutions. Traditional diets with wealthy rapports of vitamin A can fight these unseen monsters and clean up our bodies. Being everywhere around us toxins are conquering more and more land, so we must be prepared to protect our bodies, by restoring PH balances, the liver process and gastrointestinal function.
Is Autism Biologically Determined?
14 July 2007 <Biology is a fascinating topic. Here is one interesting biological fact: there are many cases in which some believe that the mothers bear the guilt for their kids’ problems. In the 1950’s there circulated a theory according to which autism appears due to the mother’s failure in having a strong emotional bond with her child. Although this idea is discredited today, it hurt many parents and kids that were subjected to doubtful therapies.
Nowadays, the specialized agree with the fact that autism has a biological cause, that it is determined by the genes or by certain lesions at the level of the brain. There are some prejudices that discourage the taking into consideration of the psychological factors that are implied in the appearance of autism because autism is caused by a mechanism in the brain, by a neuronal circuit that doesn’t work properly.
Autism results from an avalanche of psychological set backs in the development of the personality. The biological elements and the chemical factors act indirectly upon the development of this imbalance. The description of the imbalances that autism implies is made at three levels: biological (the brain), psychological (the psyche), and behavioral. But there haven’t been discovered specific biological factors that might provoke the appearance of autism, although the recent studies revealed the existence of abnormalities in different regions and systems of the brain, as well as structural, functional, and chemical differences.
Apparently, there have been discovered imbalances in the activity of the brains of people who suffer from autism, an imbalance that is caused by the impossibility of the brain to coordinate its different constitutive areas. This finding has led the scientists to the conclusion that autism is a brain disorder, and therefore it has a biological cause. And this disorder at the level of the brain is causing the social inadaptability of the person who suffers from autism.
Medicine Facts - Top 3 Most Efficient Tips to Lose Weight
4 March 2007 <Medicine and nutrition go hand in hand. Why? Because our health is totally dependent on what we eat. In many cases, people decide they want to lose weight in order to look better but in most cases, people are aware that losing weight is benefic to their general health. In case you are one of these people, there is a wide range of efficient tips that you can follow in order to lose weight efficiently and to keep or even improve your health.
- No extreme diets. Since we already established that your health depends on what you eat, it is important to include in your diet all the nutrients that your body needs, in order to function well. Therefore, starving or excluding healthy nutrients form your diet will actually provide good results on a short term, but medical problems will actually occur and, in most cases, the weight will come back. This is why you need to consume carbohydrates, fats and proteins together, but remember: avoid processed food. This means that no sugars, no junk food, no snacks, sodas and no white flour pastries should be part of your diet.
- Boost your metabolism. It is simple: in case your metabolism is accelerated, you extend more energy. But how can you actually boost your metabolism? Well, you have to exercise (especially cardio exercises in the morning), you have to be constantly active and to consume many vitamins from fruits and vegetables. Furthermore, introducing negative calorie foods in your daily diet has the same great effect: apples, limes, grapefruits, asparagus, spinach or broccoli.
- Stay positive. There is nothing more efficient than optimism and determination, in case you want to lose weight. In case of medical problems such as overweight or obesity, motivation and a positive attitude are key elements, since they are the ones that can help you to stick with your program and succeed. Good luck!
Fitness Ideas - Work Out in Nature
3 March 2007 <‘This autumn is ‘sabotaging’ me! It doesn’t give me the urge to leave the house and go to the gym!’, told me one of my friends these days. What I told her is that the depression that she feels when the weather is gloomy is due to the lack of physical activity. Here are some alternatives that can motivate you in exercising.
When you were a kid you were riding the bike and you loved it. Rediscover the benefits of this type of exercise every time you get the chance. This type of movement is extremely benefic for the health of your heart and for your physical condition especially if you ride the bike for 45 minutes per day. You are almost sure to lose up to 2000 calories by performing this type of exercise.
Another thing that you can do to maintain your body fit and your health good, is to replace the elevator with walking. If you have an elevator in your block of flats, then try not to use it so much and choose walking. This activity is extremely good for your muscles and for your health.
If you don’t have the drive to go to a fitness gym, but you enjoy outdoor activities, what could be better than climbing the mountains? This is the perfect activity for those of you who love nature and who enjoy walks and traveling. If you do not have the necessary time to go climbing a mountain, then you can choose a specialized gym that has structures that resemble the texture and the curbs of mountain slopes. Or you can also choose other activities that can replace fitness or a professional gym, such activities as cleaning around the house, swimming, or other exercises that motivate you.