Exercise: Energy
Most of us probably know that if we’re going to exercise, we need to use some energy to move our muscles and burn fat. But where does that energy come from? It’s complicated. Continue reading Exercise: Energy
Author: Daniel Allen
Anki Spanish Computer Deck, Part 5: Internet
We’re on the Internet right now and we’re trying to learn Spanish. There’s no better reason to expand our vocabulary a bit with these words for talking about the Internet and what we do on it. Continue reading Anki Spanish Computer Deck, Part 5: Internet
Exercise: Introduction
Exercise is a potent tool in maintaining a healthy body and we’ve known this for thousands of years. The Roman statesman Cicero extolled its benefits and the people of the Indian subcontinent have been practicing yoga for at least 5,000 years. The Greeks created the Olympics out of the respect for health and physical fitness. So we’ve known that exercise is important for a long time, but why is it important, and what is it? Continue reading Exercise: Introduction
United States
The US flag is perhaps the most recognized flag in the world, and although its symbolism has remained constant, its form has changed more than most others over the past 200 years. Continue reading United States
Great Kiskadee
This handsome flycatcher is one of the most prominent birds at the resorts of Quintana Roo, Mexico. They don’t seem to be afraid of anything and you’ll find them everywhere from the hotel to the beach. They get the name kiskadee from their call. In fact, their common name in most other languages is onomatopoeic as well. Continue reading Great Kiskadee
Water
More than any other substance, water defines our bodies and the world we live in. Over 70% of our planet’s surface is covered with water and about 60% of our body is composed of water. Despite being odorless, flavorless, colorless, and containing no caloric value, life as we know it is not possible without water. But what is it and why is it so vital? Continue reading Water
Ancient Cryptography
Throughout history there has always been a need to keep certain information secret. If these secrets are only whispered among a trustworthy few, then there is little danger of that secret being revealed. But if there’s a chance our message may be read by someone other than our intended recipient, how can we keep the secrecy of our message? Cryptography. Continue reading Ancient Cryptography
Heart Health: Triglycerides
More and more, it’s common to read about the dangers of triglycerides and how they are going to lead us to an early death. But why the hype? What’s their connection to cardiovascular disease (CVD)? And what is a triglyceride anyway? Continue reading Heart Health: Triglycerides
Canada
Although iconic today, the creation of a Canadian flag was a contentious issue that wasn’t resolved until 1965. Continue reading Canada
Rose-throated Becard
I found this beautiful bird on the edge of the jungle in the Mayan Riviera. I had a hunch there were some unique birds about so I opened up the Merlin app (Android/iPhone) from Cornell Labs and looked for a photogenic bird, then played the calls of a few that I found. This was the result. Continue reading Rose-throated Becard