Why Do We Eat? A Neurobiological Perspective. Part III

Diposting oleh good reading on Kamis, 31 Januari 2013

In the first post, I explained that all voluntary actions are driven by a central action selection system in the mesolimbic area (the reward system).  This is the part of you that makes the decision to act, or not to act.  This system determines [...]
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loving ALEXA CHUNG

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ALEXA IS THE UNPROCLAIMED QUEEN OF THE BEACHY WAVE...and recently at the British Fashion Awards she went for a shiny, defined look that still held her trademark tousled edge. To DIY: Apply a volumising mousse to [...]
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Two new eBooks: On Stillness and Motion Film, and on Contemporary Indonesian Film

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Screenshot of a freeze frame from the opening credit sequence of Die Ehe der Maria Braun/The Marriage of Maria Braun (Rainer Werner Fassbinder, 1979) Even before the credits, the opening of the film brings us the scene of [...]
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Blueberry Almond Scones (The Chronicles of Home)

Diposting oleh good reading on Rabu, 30 Januari 2013

Today, our food contributor Jennifer is sharing a healthy recipe for blueberry almond scones.  I really want to try these because my son loves blueberries!I can't even tell you how much I look forward to Jennifer's [...]
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Why Do We Eat? A Neurobiological Perspective. Part II

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In the last post, I explained that eating behavior is determined by a variety of factors, including hunger and a number of others that I'll gradually explore as we make our way through the series.  These factors are recognized by specialized brain [...]
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Why Do We Eat? A Neurobiological Perspective. Part I

Diposting oleh good reading on Selasa, 29 Januari 2013

As with all voluntary movements, eating food is an expression of activity in the brain.  The brain integrates various inputs from around the body, and outside the body, and decides whether or not to execute the goal-directed behaviors of food seeking [...]
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Downton Abbey: A Mountain of Viewer Tears Leads to an Incredible Online Discussion about Maternal Health

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Warning: if the January 27, 2013 episode of Downton is still on your DVR- this post contains spoilers!From the looks of twitter this week, I am not the only person who was devastated by the loss of Lady Sybil on Downton [...]
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The Hive

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 I flat ironed my hair! It's not a regular occurrence but I just love the versatility of natural hair we truly have the best of both worlds going from straight to curly when ever we want to! I [...]
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The Lipstick: Accessorize

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I'm currently loving Accessorize lipsticks, they are great value (£5) and have an amazing matte finish I have a huge crush on Passionate and Head Over Heels  and I'm a sucker for this cute packaging! &nbs [...]
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Comment Policy

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Over the last year, I've noticed that the quality of the comments section here has deteriorated significantly, with a high proportion of poorly grounded and/or disrespectful comments, typically from anonymous or semi-anonymous people.  This is the [...]
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Announcing the Ideal Weight Program

Diposting oleh good reading on Senin, 28 Januari 2013

I often receive requests from people asking for my overall perspective on fat loss and health.  I share my opinions here, but they're scattered throughout hundreds of posts, there's a lot I haven't had a chance to write [...]
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Valentine's Day Ideas & Treats

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Truthfully, Valentine's Day for me is more of a store-bought treat day. Mostly because I just want really good chocolate truffles. I don't want cookies or cupcakes or cake. But that's just me. I know some people would prefer [...]
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Queer Film Festival Studies

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Click here to visit the full interactive version of the above map.As identity-based festivals, queer film festivals have a specific relationship to the audience to which they cater. More specifically, most of these festivals [...]
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Blue Monday Be Gone

Diposting oleh good reading on Minggu, 27 Januari 2013

I'm happy to report that I completed week 10 of the Live Fit Challenge last week, which means I only have two weeks to go to finish it.  Some people have asked what I plan to do after that, and honestly, I'm not sure. [...]
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Gardens Inc. - From Rakes to Riches

Diposting oleh good reading on Sabtu, 26 Januari 2013

Save your grandparents from a nasty real estate tycoon in Gardens Inc. - From Rakes to Riches, a wonderful gardening adventure. Jill was so looking forward to visiting her grandparents but when she arrives at their home, [...]
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Valentine's Chocolate Cherry Chip Cupcakes

Diposting oleh good reading on Jumat, 25 Januari 2013

  Every time I go to the grocery store, I walk down the baking aisle.It doesn't matter if I need anything there or not...I go for inspiration!Sometimes I will come up with a new recipe right there, standing in [...]
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