The brain is the centerpiece of human intellect and the ability to think, learn, and remember. It is responsible for our emotions and overall well-being. The health of the brain is critical to our overall health and well-being. Here are some statistics on brain health: 1) According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8…
The nervous system is responsible for controlling many body functions, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and digestion. A healthy nervous system is essential for maintaining a balanced weight and a healthy diet. It’s also important to get enough sleep and exercise and to reduce stress levels. Here are some tips to help keep your…
Inflammation is a natural process by which the body’s immune system fights against injuries, infections, chemicals, and radiation. It is characterized by the following signs: 1. What Is the Main Cause of Inflammation in the Body? There are many causes of inflammation that is triggered by the body’s immune system: 2. What Happens During Inflammation?…
The body temperature is controlled by a small area of the brain known as the hypothalamus which maintains the body’s temperature through thermoregulation. The hypothalamus works like a thermostat for the body and maintains the temperature in the range of 97.7-99.5 °F (36.5-37.5 °C) [1]. Hypothermia is when the body temperature is lower than 95…
The brain is the complex organ of the body that requires constant care to ensure its full function and for as long as possible. There are several factors that can help keep a healthy and alert brain throughout our lives: 1- Exercise Physical activity has been shown to inversely correlate with the risk of dementia…
Pain is not only emotion as it is both a sensory and emotional experience. An individual can feel pain after being physically hurt (sensory) such as falling, burning skin after long hours of training, or touching something hot. Being physically hurt will trigger an emotion afterward [1]. However, pain is not only physical because a…
Sciatic nerve pain or Sciatica is due to the compression of the sciatic nerve in the lower back triggered by the following causes: It is estimated that the annual incidence in the general population is between 1% to 5% and the lifetime incidence is between 10% and 40% [1]. 1- How Long Will Sciatica Take…
When we exercise or follow a training fitness program, it is believed that the pituitary gland in the brain releases endorphins that block pain receptors named opioid receptors leading to a state of euphoria and a reduction in anxiety levels (anxiolytic effect). However, a study reported that the sense of well-being (euphoria) after exercise referred…
Short-term memory (STM) is the ability of the mind to consciously store, maintain, and manipulate phonological (speech sound), spatial, and visual information for limited periods of time. Therefore, STM contributes to the learning of new information and aspects of speech comprehension and production. However, STM loss is observed during aging (after 55 years of age)…
Depression is a mental state characterized by psychological symptoms such as low mood and self-esteem, irritability and intolerance to others, difficulty in making decisions, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Physically, it is manifested by slow movement and speech, lack of energy, unexplained aches and pains, lack of energy, and sleep disturbance. Depression can be caused by…
