Shared by Dr. Bonnie Feldman from her SxSW 2016 talk
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Yoga, Deep Breathing and the Brain –
Yoga, Deep Breathing and the Brain -.
Fat Cell Switcheroo*
Humans, mice -- indeed all mammals -- have two types of fat cells in their bodies; white and brown. White fat cells store energy. In contrast, brown fat cells dissipate energy as heat, thus counteracting obesity. Much to the chagrin of humans living in industrialized societies, most fat cells in our (adult) bodies are white … Continue reading Fat Cell Switcheroo*
The “Second Brain”
I studied T'ai Chi for a year and enjoyed it immensely, I hope to go back to it when my back is better. A fellow class mate had introduced me to Mantak Chia, a master of Taoist philosophy and healing. I sincerely hope that Western medicine, which I believe is just starting to open itself … Continue reading The “Second Brain”
My First Guest Blogger Writes About… The Wad of Fat: A Secret Every Woman Needs to Know
I am honored to have Elise LeQuire as my first guest blogger. Here she shares her unfortunate experience with the gross insensitivity that many breast cancer patients face from the medical establishment. Elise is a highly experienced freelance Science Writer and a member of the National Association of Science Writers (NASW). You can learn more … Continue reading My First Guest Blogger Writes About… The Wad of Fat: A Secret Every Woman Needs to Know
Today’s Pet Peeve – HFCS
OK, today my pet peeve is high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). I always buy non-HFCS containing whole grain bread for myself and my husband, and I refuse to buy the commercially available HFCS containing breads. Even the whole grain varieties of these breads have HFCS as one of the first ingredients! I usually buy bread … Continue reading Today’s Pet Peeve – HFCS
Economic Diabetes or What’s Wrong With American Society Today
It can be summed up in one word: excess. Most people I know live with mountains of debt. Many people bought houses that were way beyond their reach in price, only to find several years later that their house is worth less than what they owe on their mortgage. How did things get so bad? … Continue reading Economic Diabetes or What’s Wrong With American Society Today