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.
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.
The harms of sugar are being noticed around the world, with the UK even taxing sugary drinks and proposing shifts in packaging for sugary products. Has Sugar Become the Next Smoking?
There is a connection between stress and one's mental state, and it varies depending on how the person conducts herself and what coping strategies she utilizes.
The cautions of sedentary behavior are becoming widely known, including obesity and mortality. Sitting in your office chair 8 hours a day isn't good for you, so it's time to get moving, even in little ways. Health By Principle offers tips in this blog: "Get Moving At Work".
