[PDF] The Secret Life Of The Human Body eBook

Author : John Clancy
Publisher : Cassell
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 35,17 MB
Release : 2018-08-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 1788400984

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Most of us take our body for granted and are never aware of its amazing capabilities. This book looks at how the seven octillion atoms that make up the human body are grouped into organs, tissues, nerves, fibres, fluids and more in such a way that the entire system runs smoothly without us ever knowing about it. It explains the hidden world of hormones and enzymes, the battleground of your immune system, the senses and much more. It also reveals the astonishing secrets of the human body, from the 15 'other senses' we have beyond the known five, to the reason we have eyes capable of seeing the Andromeda galaxy 2.5 million light years away. Chapters include: Cells, tissues and body structure The skin, skeleton and muscles The cardiovascular system Internal protectors: warriors behind the scenes The respiratory system

Author : Daniel M. Davis
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 34,65 MB
Release : 2021-08-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0691210586

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"One of our most lauded scientist-writers shows how astonishing breakthroughs in medical science are changing previously immutable aspects of humanity. Welcome to a revolution in the science of human health. This book takes us to the frontier of medical research and reveals stunning recent advances that are changing our understanding of how human body works, how we combat and prevent disease and how we understand what it means to be human. We see how super-resolution nano-scopes are revealing hitherto hidden operations within our cells and opening up new new ways of manipulating the immune system; how human embryos can now be preserved alive long enough to see how genetic abnormalities can be corrected during the early stages of foetal development; how light is being used to excite pathways in the brain allowing us to understand and manipulate thoughts and feelings; how our rapidly increasing understanding of the microbiome is radically changing every aspect of human biology. These and many more astonishing discoveries are related as gripping dramas of discovery by an award-winning scientist at the very forefront of this adventure"--Publisher's description.

Author : Sylvia Tara
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 35,64 MB
Release : 2016-12-27
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0393244849

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A biochemist shows how we can finally control our fat—by understanding how it works. Fat is not just excess weight, but actually a dynamic, smart, and self-sustaining organ that influences everything from aging and immunity to mood and fertility. With cutting-edge research and riveting case studies—including the story of a girl who had no fat, and that of a young woman who couldn’t stop eating—Dr. Sylvia Tara reveals the surprising science behind our most misunderstood body part and its incredible ability to defend itself. Exploring the unexpected ways viruses, hormones, sleep, and genetics impact fat, Tara uncovers the true secret to losing weight: working with your fat, not against it.

Author : Gail Saltz
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 48,38 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0767923049

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We think we know those who are close to us, and we want to believe that what we see is what we get. But we can never know for certain, because what really goes on inside another's head and heart is essentially a secret. How do you know if that secret is something that will hurt you? Your husband turns to face you in bed. Is he thinking about you or your closest friend? Your boss shows up in another new outfit. Did she get a raise or is she a compulsive shopper who is stealing money from the company? Your teenaged daughter is upstairs in her bedroom. Is she doing her homework or chatting online with a man twice her age? Anatomy of A Secret Life will take you inside the minds of secret-keepers and show you how secrets start, how they're kept, and how they exact their devastating emotional and social toll. Using contemporary case studies and historical examples, Dr. Gail Saltz shows you how to spot--through subtle behaviors and clues--and safely stop the potentially dangerous secrets that someone, even you, might be concealing from the world.

Author : Mariona Tolosa Sisteré
Publisher : Secret Life of
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,61 MB
Release : 2021-05
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781728232492

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This colorful follow-up to The Secret Life of Boogers offers a wide-ranging look at the science behind boo-boos and how our bodies heal. All the practical and fun facts you need to know about boo-boos alongside a fresh, fun art style. Why do bruises change color? What should you do if you skin your knee? And what exactly is blood anyway? The second book in the Secret Life of... series, The Secret Life of Boo-Boos is full of delightfully gross and informative facts about cuts, scrapes, burns, bumps, and bruises. Young readers will learn about how our bodies heal boo-boos, how to prevent boo-boos, and even basic first aid tips for their own boo-boos.

Author : Mariona Tolosa Sisteré
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 20,83 MB
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1728235189

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A delightfully disgusting and scientific look at boogers and how they can get us out of sticky situations! Snot might seem disgusting, but it's actually (s)not! In fact, it defends our bodies and keeps us healthy by trapping viruses and bacteria in its sticky web. Finally giving mucus the recognition it deserves, The Secret Life of Boogers pulls back the curtain and reveals snot as the superhero it really is. Readers both young and old will delight in this snarky look at the science of boogers while they learn about the countless important roles snot plays in our bodies.

Author : Mary Roach
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 39,83 MB
Release : 2003-03-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780393050936

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An oddly compelling, often hilarious forensic exploration of the strange lives of our bodies postmortem.

Author : Philip M. Tierno
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 49,19 MB
Release : 2004-01-06
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780743421881

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Traces the history of germs, discussing how germs have been viewed and treated throughout time and explains why germs now pose an even greater risk to mankind than ever before.

Author : Riley Black (Brian Switek)
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 13,66 MB
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 0399184910

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“A provocative and entertaining magical mineral tour through the life and afterlife of bone.” —Wall Street Journal Our bones have many stories to tell, if you know how to listen. Bone is a marvel, an adaptable and resilient building material developed over more than four hundred million years of evolutionary history. It gives your body its shape and the ability to move. It grows and changes with you, an undeniable document of who you are and how you lived. Arguably, no other part of the human anatomy has such rich scientific and cultural significance, both brimming with life and a potent symbol of death. In this delightful natural and cultural history of bone, Brian Switek explains where our skeletons came from, what they do inside us, and what others can learn about us when these artifacts of mineral and protein are all we've left behind. Bone is as embedded in our culture as it is in our bodies. Our species has made instruments and jewelry from bone, treated the dead like collectors' items, put our faith in skull bumps as guides to human behavior, and arranged skeletons into macabre tributes to the afterlife. Switek makes a compelling case for getting better acquainted with our skeletons, in all their surprising roles. Bridging the worlds of paleontology, anthropology, medicine, and forensics, Skeleton Keys illuminates the complex life of bones inside our bodies and out.

Author : Alfred David
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 16,55 MB
Release : 2019-04-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 1788401603

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In the long history of the study of anatomy, neuroscience is a relatively new field, and there are plenty of mysteries yet to be uncovered. The Secret Life of the Brain explores the fascinating advances that have been made in the field so far, from the intricacies of memory and intelligence, to the enigmatic workings behind our sense of humour and our dreams. Full of illuminating illustrations and diagrams, this book lifts the lid on how drugs affect the brain; the science behind addiction; how the brain deals with trauma and pain; and the effects on the brain of love, age, and sex. Finally, you'll get a tantalising insight into the cutting-edge theories that are attempting to get behind the elements of neuroscience which we still can't quite explain.