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Anatomy and physiology

Delving into human anatomy and physiology will help you understand how your body works. You'll learn the mysteries of each system and each organ in your body. We'll take a trip through your body's tissues and functions, learning about irregularities and how to enhance your health -- and life.

The Biological, Psychological, and Social Factors of Aging
Anatomy and physiologyThe Biological, Psychological, and Social Factors of AgingIn the fascinating journey of life, aging is a process that’s rich in experiences and wisdom. However, in order to...
Ketosis: What It Is, The Causes, Symptoms, and Consequences
Anatomy and physiologyKetosis: What It Is, The Causes, Symptoms, and ConsequencesKetosis can occur naturally in the body, for metabolic reasons, or it can be induced through a certain type of...
Can Food Go Down the Wrong Pipe?
Anatomy and physiologyCan Food Go Down the Wrong Pipe?Most of us have experienced a choking sensation while drinking or eating something. That's when we say the typical phrase:...
The Lung Microbiome: Are The Lungs Sterile?
Anatomy and physiologyThe Lung Microbiome: Are The Lungs Sterile?The pulmonary microbiome tends to be confused with the pulmonary microbiota, but there are nuances between the two concepts. The...
What is Muscle Activation and Why Is It Important?
Anatomy and physiologyWhat is Muscle Activation and Why Is It Important?Muscle activation is a concept that lends itself to confusion and that can also be found on the Internet under...
Myths and Facts About Heart Health that You Need to Know
Anatomy and physiologyMyths and Facts About Heart Health that You Need to KnowCardiovascular diseases represent one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide. However, people know very little about these...
Taking Care of Your Microbiota Helps to Improve Menopausal Symptoms
Anatomy and physiologyTaking Care of Your Microbiota Helps to Improve Menopausal SymptomsIn recent years, there's been a growing body of research linking microbiota balance with an improvement in menopausal symptoms. It...
Causes of Changes in Vaginal Discharge
Anatomy and physiologyCauses of Changes in Vaginal DischargeVaginal discharge changes are normal in some cases, while in others they're a sign of possible health problems. For the...
Is It Possible to Live Without a Thyroid?
Anatomy and physiologyIs It Possible to Live Without a Thyroid?The thyroid is one of the most important glands in the body. It's located at the base of the neck...
Coccyx Pain: 9 Possible Causes and How to Relieve It
Anatomy and physiologyCoccyx Pain: 9 Possible Causes and How to Relieve ItCoccyx pain, also called coccygodynia, is pain that occurs at the end of the spine, just where the buttocks begin....
Protein Synthesis: We'll Explain How You Can Maximize Your Muscle Mass Gains
Anatomy and physiologyProtein Synthesis: We'll Explain How You Can Maximize Your Muscle Mass GainsAdequate protein synthesis levels are critical to generating protein in the locomotor system, boosting muscle development, enhancing physical performance, and...
Types of Cartilage: Characteristics and Location
Anatomy and physiologyTypes of Cartilage: Characteristics and LocationThere are three types of cartilage that are characterized according to their characteristics and location: hyaline, elastic, and fibrous. However,...
What Are Sacral Nerves?
Anatomy and physiologyWhat Are Sacral Nerves?The sacral nerves are a group of five spinal nerves that come out of the spinal cord and emerge from the sacral bone. They are a set of structures that...
What Is a Macular Fold: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Anatomy and physiologyWhat Is a Macular Fold: Symptoms, Causes, and TreatmentsA macular fold is a formation of extra tissue in the center of the retina. It's not a very common...
Macro and Microdontia: Alterations in Tooth Size
Anatomy and physiologyMacro and Microdontia: Alterations in Tooth SizeGiven today's beauty standards, anomalies in the mouth can be a cause for concern for many people. Alterations in the...
Basic Anatomical Positions
Anatomy and physiologyBasic Anatomical PositionsOur anatomical position is the position of our body and is used as a reference to describe the location or direction of the parts or organs that form it. In...
5 Keys to Prevent Broken Heart Syndrome
Anatomy and physiology5 Keys to Prevent Broken Heart SyndromeThis condition affects more people than we know. It's important to know both know the symptoms, and know how to...
The Anatomy of the Foot and Common Problems
Anatomy and physiologyThe Anatomy of the Foot and Common ProblemsAll the organs, elements, and systems of the human body work in complete harmony. The lower limbs are essential for...
All About Gums: What They Do and How to Look After Them
Anatomy and physiologyAll About Gums: What They Do and How to Look After ThemGums have a very important protective function in the mouth. They cover our teeth, protecting them from external damage. They...
Irregular Periods in Adolescence: What Causes Them?
Anatomy and physiologyIrregular Periods in Adolescence: What Causes Them?Irregular periods in adolescence are very common. In fact, menstrual cycle variability is normal at any stage of life, but...
Cervical Mucus: 9 Facts Every Woman Should Know
Anatomy and physiologyCervical Mucus: 9 Facts Every Woman Should KnowThe cervical mucus provides valuable information about a woman's fertility. It's a little different in each woman and, therefore, each...
Height-Increasing Surgery: Is It Dangerous?
Anatomy and physiologyHeight-Increasing Surgery: Is It Dangerous?Height-increasing surgery is surgery performed to lengthen the limbs. But, despite what you might think from the name, having a...
Short Frenulum on the Glans Penis: Symptoms, Care and Treatment
Anatomy and physiologyShort Frenulum on the Glans Penis: Symptoms, Care and TreatmentA short frenulum on the glans penis is known as frenulum breve, or short frenulum. It's an anatomical alteration that...
Cholecystokinin Hormone: What Is It and What's It For?
Anatomy and physiologyCholecystokinin Hormone: What Is It and What's It For?Cholecystokinin is a hormone, also known as CCK ( cholecystokinin). It was formerly called pancreocytokinin, due to its stimulatory action...
Normal Heart Rate by Age and How to Calculate It
Anatomy and physiologyNormal Heart Rate by Age and How to Calculate ItA normal heart rate can be defined as the number of times the heart beats per minute. To know our...
White Spots on the Teeth: Why Do They Appear?
Anatomy and physiologyWhite Spots on the Teeth: Why Do They Appear?White spots on teeth can appear for different reasons and can be related to different factors. For those who have...
Why Does Tartar Turn Black? Treatment and Prevention
Anatomy and physiologyWhy Does Tartar Turn Black? Treatment and PreventionMany bacteria and debris can accumulate on the teeth if we don't have proper oral hygiene. In this article, we'll...
Tingling in Hands and Feet: The Reasons
Anatomy and physiologyTingling in Hands and Feet: The ReasonsIt’s likely that on more than one occasion you feel tingling after sitting too long with your legs crossed. Usually,...