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OUTSIDE LOOKING IN [ THE AMAGING BRAIN ]

OUTSIDE LOOKING IN [ THE AMAGING BRAIN ] Scientists have long Dreamed of Exammmg how the brain works within a living body. The problem, though, was figuring out how to get inside the head without causing injury or even death. Doctors treating wounds from wars and accidents have been able to get glimpses of living…

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LOOKING INSIDE [ SEEING THE BRAIN AT WORK ( THE AMAGING BRAIN ) ]

LOOKING INSIDE [ SEEING THE BRAIN AT WORK ( THE AMAGING BRAIN ) ] ONCE THE brain’s true purpose was ascertained, scientists began finding new ways to observe it and its functions. Starting with noninvasive methods, like IQ tests, they tried to learn more about the living brain and measure how it worked. These intelligence…

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Diencephalon: a critical structure

Introduction to the Diencephalon The diencephalon is a critical structure within the brain, situated between the cerebral hemispheres and the midbrain. Nestled deep in the brain’s core, the diencephalon serves as a vital relay center, orchestrating the flow of information between various parts of the brain. Its strategic location underscores its importance in the central…

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ANATOMY [ DIFFERENT PARTS DIFFERENT RESPONSIBILITIES ( THE AMAZING BRAIN ) ]

ANATOMY [ DIFFERENT PARTS DIFFERENT RESPONSIBILITIES ( THE AMAZING BRAIN ) ] THE FRONTAL LOBE A portion of the frontal lobe of each hemisphere called the precentral gyrus controls the body’s movements. Oddly, each hemisphere moves the opposite side of the body, as if the brain’s wiring some-how became crossed. Hence, the movements of the…

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ANATOMY [ DIFFERENT PARTS & DIFFERENT RESPONSIBILITIES ( THE AMAZING BRAIN ) ]

ANATOMY [ DIFFERENT PARTS & DIFFERENT RESPONSIBILITIES ( THE AMAZING BRAIN ) ] FOUR DIVISIONS Moving inward, we come to the organ itself. The brain may appear to be a Ulllform mass of folded, pink tissue. But a closer look reveals different lobes, regions, structures, and parts that all help regulate body functions, interpret information…

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NERVE CELLS – LIFE SPAN [ THE AMAZING BRAIN ]

NERVE CELLS – LIFE SPAN [ THE AMAZING BRAIN ] Amazingly, the cells that perform the complicated ballet of electrochemical transmission can live more than a hundred years, but they do not get replaced like most other body cells. Except for the hippocampus and the olfactory bulb, where new neurons have been shown to grow…

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‘As-It-Is’ Nutrition : Most Natural State

Introduction to ‘As-It-Is’ Nutrition ‘As-It-Is’ nutrition is a concept that emphasizes consuming food in its most natural, unprocessed state. This approach is gaining considerable attention in the health and wellness community, advocating for a return to simple, unaltered food consumption. Originating from ancient dietary practices, ‘As-It-Is’ nutrition draws on the belief that whole foods preserve…

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THE ANCIENT BRAIN – THE AMAZING BRAIN

THE ANCIENT BRAIN – THE AMAZING BRAIN More than 4,000 years ago, Egyptian priests considered the brain to be worthless. After a person’s death, the most important organs were often removed and preserved. Prized above all was the human heart, which the priests believed contained the soul and the mind. In preparing a body for…

Dietary Protein

Introduction to Dietary Protein Dietary protein is a crucial macronutrient that plays a pivotal role in maintaining overall health. Proteins are complex molecules composed of smaller units known as amino acids. These amino acids are categorized into essential and non-essential types. The human body cannot produce essential amino acids, leading to the necessity of obtaining…

Monkeypox Disease: Monkeypox Virus

Introduction to Monkeypox Disease Monkeypox is a zoonotic disease caused by the monkeypox virus, a member of the Orthopoxvirus genus within the Poxviridae family, which also includes the more well-known smallpox and cowpox viruses. Discovered in 1958, the monkeypox virus was first identified in laboratory monkeys, hence its name. The initial human cases were recorded…