Today’s Solutions: January 16, 2025

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The secrets of body-to-brain communication

There are so many types of communication that occur in our world, some of which you’ve probably never even considered. Having a chat over coffee, fungal networks sending each other signals underground, or even plant-to-farmer communication, there are so many types of relationships that rely on Read More...

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Women and men may perceive our ‘sixth sense’ differently

The sixth sense The majority of people know the common five senses; taste, touch, smell, sight, and hearing. Although, not everyone is aware of a sixth sense named interoception. Interoception is the sense of our body's internal state. For example, if we are thirsty and need something to drink, Read More...

What’s interoception and

What's interoception and how does it affect our self-image?

The sayings “trust your gut,” and “follow your heart” may ring truer than we thought. A new study by researchers from Anglia Ruskin University demonstrates a link between negative body image and weak brain responses to signals from the gut and heart. The researchers believe that these newly Read More...