The body and brain rely on sleep to rejuvenate themselves. Without proper sleep, many functions of the body and brain are impaired. Nerve cell communication slows down and the brain cleanses itself of toxins. Sleep affects nearly every organ and tissue in the body, including your immune system, mood, and ability to resist disease. Chronic […]
The reasons for BED vary from person to person, but there are common factors that increase the risk of developing it. These factors include genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and social and cultural influences. Although the exact causes of BED are unknown, the condition affects both males and females of all ages, cultures, and socioeconomic levels. […]
The term love is often used as an oxymoron, but it has a biological and evolutionary basis. Scientists have found that our bodies have an evolved mechanism for identifying and appreciating loved ones. In fact, love is one of our most basic emotions, as its biological and evolutionary basis is rooted in our species’ evolutionary […]
Throughout the night, your body goes through two distinct stages of sleep: REM and non-REM. REM sleep is when the body reaches daytime levels, and during this stage, you’re prone to dreaming. Non-REM sleep slows down most body functions and reduces brain activity. You spend about half of the night in the “N2” stage, during […]
Although beds have evolved a lot over the millennia, the basics have remained the same. During the Victorian era, four-poster beds became luxurious, complete with inlaid paintings and fanciful carvings. Some of these beds were even enclosed, so the occupant could keep out bugs. Here are a few interesting facts about the history of beds. […]
The feelings and behaviors associated with love are often debated and can vary from culture to culture. Love can be both biological and cultural, and is dependent on the individual. It can also be a choice, and its intensity and duration can change over time. While some forms of love are regulated by biological factors, […]
The human brain activates various parts during REM sleep. Researchers have located brain activity in the thalamus area and limbic structures during this phase. Although this brain activity is not clearly defined, it is characterized by differences from the rest of the brain’s activity. This suggests that REM sleep is a distinct phase of sleep. […]
Binge eating disorder is an unhealthy relationship with food. This is often caused by dieting or cutting calories in unhealthy ways, such as skipping meals. Binge eating disorder can cause a variety of symptoms, including stress, depression, and suicidal thoughts. It can also cause physical health problems, such as muscle pain and digestive problems. Sadly, […]
If you’re looking for more information about falling in love, you might want to learn about your partner’s love language. These language differences may be the difference between falling in love and finding your soul mate. Once you know your partner’s love language, you can start to understand how they express their feelings for each […]
There are two distinct stages of sleep: REM and non-REM. REM sleep alternates with non-REM sleep, a state of differing levels of brain activity. Non-REM sleep, or quiet sleep, has three distinct stages of progress. The first is known as rapid eye movement (REM), which occurs as a result of rapid brain waves. Non-REM sleep […]