It seems like something from a science fiction novel, but it's not: the human body has a "second brain" composed of two thin layers of more than 100 million nerve cells that run from the esophagus to the tail end of the body. It is a technical network that works independently of the brain and controls its own reflexes and senses. Information and signals are passed through the complex network of neurons to coordinate efforts and move food through the digestive system.
Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) seems simple on the surface, but it is actually a multidimensional and complex psycho-social phenomenon linked to our desire for interpersonal attachments and belonging.
Proponents of food diaries know: the benefits are real and quantifiable. Some studies even show that people who kept daily food diaries lost nearly twice as much as people who were more inconsistent.
There are so many ways to connect with the world around you, but lately many people feel like some element of connection is lost with the digital world. In fact, the majority of people feel lonely at some point in their lives.
Aging Affects Your Response to Medications: Aging alters the absorption rates and excretion processes of medications from the body in very specific ways. This also means that older people can suffer more drug interactions. There are steps you can take to better understand your medications and protect yourself.