physiology Posts

Maslow's Pyramid: A Way of Looking for What We All Need

These tiers are often displayed as a pyramid, and at the base of this pyramid are the most basic of all, namely Physiological. Examples of physiological needs are breathing, food, water, sex and sleep.

How To Give Yourself a Shiatsu Massage!

There are two main Shiatsu schools: one incorporating elements of evidence-based anatomy and physiology, and the other based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. But finding and paying for a Shiatsu expert every time we're stressed or feel a bit worse for wear, well, that's hard to do.

Sitting All Day Can Lead to Muscle Atrophy - Prevent It!

Physiological muscle atrophy Physiological atrophy is the most common type of muscle loss. It occurs as a result of disuse over long periods of time. For example, when astronauts spend a few days in outer space with no gravity - their muscles start to shrink.

This Novel Antioxidant Makes Old Blood Vessels Young Again

[related_articles] Lead author Matthew Rossman, a postdoctoral researcher in the department of integrative physiology, says that “this is the first clinical trial to assess the impact of a mitochondrial-specific antioxidant on vascular function in humans.

My Relationship Improved Drastically with These Tips

Touching brings about feelings of comfort, support and arousal, both physiologically and psychologically. It doesn't need to be much either. Holding hands on a walk, or hugging and kissing your partner, to remind them that you are physiologically bonded.

8 Fascinating Heartbeat Facts You Never Knew Before

From the way our hearts communicate with our brains to the incredible endurance of this vital organ, the heartbeat is full of captivating secrets that showcase the wonder of human anatomy and physiology. Today, we will uncover some surprising and lesser-known facts about the human heartbeat.

New Study Sheds Light on Cancer & Link to Inflammation

In fact, inflammation in itself is a physiological response that causes injured tissue to heal. Your body begins the inflammatory process when chemicals are released by damaged tissue, triggering your body's white blood cells to come in and work their magic. But chronic inflammation is different.

Can't Sleep? Don't Let Stress Get to You!

But, a zebra's body physiological response mechanisms are incredibly adapted for dealing with a short-term physical emergency like this, after which it's over with you or you're over with it. Humans react differently.

What Are the Serious Side Effects of These Common Drugs?

Eye drops can give you indigestion From a physiological standpoint, it is unclear how this happens. But common eye drops that are used for itchiness, pinkeye and the like, has been linked to indigestion. 6.

This Research Shows How Fasting Can Slow Down Aging

Ming-Hui Zou, "previously, studies on ketone bodies focused on energy metabolism, but this study showed that there are other physiological effects which regulate cell cycle to retardate aging progression."

Do Women React To Stress Differently Than Men?

The physiological effects of stress on the human body range from hair loss to serious health conditions like hypertension and depression, no wonder psychologists and doctors alike take it so seriously. But you probably knew all that already.