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Gut Feeling: Is Bacteria the Secret to Better Stroke Recovery?

Gut Feeling: Is Bacteria the Secret to Better Stroke Recovery?

Gut health can affect overall well-being. Scientists have already shown that the trillions of bacteria in our guts can influence various aspects of health. Previous studies have also shown a link between gut bacteria and stroke risk. Before this study, little was known about how gut microbes might influence recovery

Understanding Projectile Motion and Our Perception of Gravity: Are We All Just Cats Chasing Laser Pointers?

Understanding Projectile Motion and Our Perception of Gravity: Are We All Just Cats Chasing Laser Pointers?

Understanding how people perceive moving objects, like projectiles, is no small operation at all. Depth perception is a tricky business, and even though people think they see things clearly, their brains can often lead them astray. In a study, researchers explored the relationship between gravity, motion, and how participants judge

Has the Enigma of How Late to Have the Last Cup of Coffee Been Solved?

Has the Enigma of How Late to Have the Last Cup of Coffee Been Solved?

Coffee is a potent psychostimulant with the power to reduce fatigue and boost our alertness, mood, memory, and cognitive performance. Plus, it tastes so great! There are many reasons why a big mug of coffee in the morning is a must for me —and millions, even billions of people. Many

Sleeping Too Long Increases Biomarkers for Neurological Disorders

Sleeping Too Long Increases Biomarkers for Neurological Disorders

Poor sleep affects many physiological aspects, so it's no surprise that scientists have found a potential link between sleep patterns and neurological diseases. Sleep disturbances are a common problem worldwide. When our sleep quality is poor, it significantly impacts our daily life. We’ve all experienced those sleepless