Bone diseases are characterized by alterations in the formation, mineralization, and resorption of the bone tissue. The following are the most common diseases of the bone tissue: 1. What is Bone Made of? The bone is a hard connective tissue (support and connect tissues) that contains a honey-comb shaped structure made of a mineralized matrix…
Mental health issues can be prevented or significantly reduced by ensuring that the foods we eat contain the following nutrients: 1. Omega3 1.1. What Are Omega3 Fatty Acids Good For? Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for the metabolism of lipid in our body and that can only be provided by the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids…
Vitamins are essential for the maintenance and function of cells, tissues, and organs of our body through their roles in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Deficiency in vitamins results in disorders and diseases such as: I. Types of Vitamins and Their Function in the Body There are two types of vitamins: water-soluble and…
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)…
