There is scientific backing for the theory that women are more sensitive to pain than men. This may very well be linked to an evolutionary need for mothers to protect children before and after birth. We are able to see examples of this when it comes to different types of discomfort, such as temperature and physical assault. However, this does not apply directly to chronic pain, which is not tied to sex.

For any survivor of a stroke, the rehabilitative process can be very challenging, and regaining the ability to simply walk again can take a huge amount of commitment. Developing new brain circuits and quickening the heart rate are the end goal of getting patients to walk again after a stroke. From the studies taken, we see that survivors who walk their way through rehab, have benefited more than other types of exercise.

For any survivor of a stroke, the rehabilitative process can be very challenging, and regaining the ability to simply walk again can take a huge amount of commitment. Developing new brain circuits and quickening the heart rate are the end goal of getting patients to walk again after a stroke. From the studies taken, we see that survivors who walk their way through rehab, have benefited more than other types of exercise.

The threat of viruses and parasites to the livelihood of honeybees has decreased their numbers and given rise to higher honey prices. There have been recent steps taken by researchers to counteract this situation and certain of the measures have shown promise for increasing the population size of the honeybees. These studies have also proven to be potentially helpful in combatting certain human diseases through the gut microbiome.

The threat of viruses and parasites to the livelihood of honeybees has decreased their numbers and given rise to higher honey prices. There have been recent steps taken by researchers to counteract this situation and certain of the measures have shown promise for increasing the population size of the honeybees. These studies have also proven to be potentially helpful in combatting certain human diseases through the gut microbiome.

The latest trend in the field of study around nutrition has a huge emphasis on the gut microbiome. This is in contrast with the previous focus on micro and macronutrients that we consume. Modern research has shown the important role played by the bacteria in our gut, which can decide much of our physical and mental health. The average person in today's world has fewer of these healthy types of bacteria and in order to bolster our intestinal flora, we should make sure to eat enough fresh fruit and vegetables!

The latest trend in the field of study around nutrition has a huge emphasis on the gut microbiome. This is in contrast with the previous focus on micro and macronutrients that we consume. Modern research has shown the important role played by the bacteria in our gut, which can decide much of our physical and mental health. The average person in today's world has fewer of these healthy types of bacteria and in order to bolster our intestinal flora, we should make sure to eat enough fresh fruit and vegetables!

How can we tell the difference between normal forgetfulness and full-blown dementia? In this episode, we hear about how forgetfulness is attributable to Nominal Aphasia and grows as we age. Dr. Powers gives some indications of the kinds of tests people undergo to ascertain the quality of their memories as they age and at which age dementia begins to set in.

How can we tell the difference between normal forgetfulness and full-blown dementia? In this episode, we hear about how forgetfulness is attributable to Nominal Aphasia and grows as we age. Dr. Powers gives some indications of the kinds of tests people undergo to ascertain the quality of their memories as they age and at which age dementia begins to set in.

Many of us choose to rather hop in the car and pick up some groceries than walk to the store. In today’s episode, we hear about an experiment in Beijing which linked automobile owners to weight gain. Listen to Dr. Power today as he gives some recommendations for uniquely human ways to stay fit!