About DNA, Genes and Chromosomes

Genetics and Deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA is a long molecule made up of monomers called nucleotides which contains your unique genetic code. DNA is made up of four building blocks,…

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Understanding Neuroplasticity: The Brain’s Remarkable Ability to Adapt

What is Neuroplasticity? Neuroplasticity, a fundamental attribute of the human brain, refers to its remarkable ability to reorganise itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. This dynamic process allows…

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The extracellular matrix

The extracellular matrix is comprised of non-cellular components within tissues that form an essential scaffold for cellular constituents. The structure of the extracellular matrix differs in composition between tissue types…

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How the body uses Magnesium

The British population’s daily diet is greatly lacking in Magnesium. It is a metallic element that our bodies use to turn the food we eat into energy. It’s also important for…

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Breathing for Health

Our Breathing or Respiratory rate describes how fast or slow you are breathing while at rest. It is measured by counting the number of breaths a person takes in one…

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The Brain Dream Team: Prefrontal Cortex, Amygdala, and Hippocampus

The brain is the command centre of the body, like a supercomputer controlling everything we do, think, and feel. It's made up of billions of tiny cells called neurons that…

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The Vagus Nerves

The vagus nerve, also known as the vagal nerves, are the main nerves of your parasympathetic nervous system. This system controls specific body functions such as your digestion, heart rate…

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The Respiratory System

The main function of the respiratory system is to bring oxygen into the body and deliver it to thebloodstream, which will transport it to the cells of the body. Every…

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All about Vitamin D

Vitamin D (also referred to as calciferol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in a few foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement. It is…