Anki Spanish Bird Deck
I like to take pictures of birds. I also live in Mexico. If I want to talk to anyone about doing one of the things I like, I need to learn some new words. Continue reading Anki Spanish Bird Deck
Author: Daniel Allen
Heart Health: Atherosclerosis
So far we’ve talked about cholesterol and blood pressure, both of which are indicators of heart health. If either of them are too high, it’s indicative of an issue we need to resolve. Today, we’re going to talk about two of the underlying causes of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Continue reading Heart Health: Atherosclerosis
Mammalian Diving Reflex
Our bodies are ideally suited for standing, walking, and running. Some scientists even argue that running is what set us apart from our ancestors and gave us the competitive advantage over other hominids. Even so, our bodies have such a profound response to water that it changes our bodies from our blood flow to our skin. Continue reading Mammalian Diving Reflex
Vermilion Flycatcher
These are one of my favorite birds to see, even if they are relatively common here in Mexico. They’re fun to watch swooping back and forth from their perch to grab insects in midair. I’ve seen the female, which isn’t nearly as colorful as the male, but I haven’t caught a picture of it yet… Continue reading Vermilion Flycatcher
The Raspbian Command Line, Part 2
Last time we learned how to explore our Raspberry Pi. This time we’re going to begin looking at how to change things. Continue reading The Raspbian Command Line, Part 2
Heart Health: Blood Pressure
When it comes to heart health, one of the most important things to pay attention to is our blood pressure. As one of the vital signs that doctors check to get a baseline indicator of our health, a healthy blood pressure is indicative of much more than a healthy heart. First, science. Let’s start with what blood pressure is. It all starts with the heart. … Continue reading Heart Health: Blood Pressure
Anki Spanish Computer Deck, Part 4: Email
For most people today, email is a part of daily life. If we want to continue to learn Spanish, we need to be able to talk about the things we de every day. Today, I’m dropping another short, simple deck of Spanish words all about email. Continue reading Anki Spanish Computer Deck, Part 4: Email
Heart Health: Conquering Cholesterol
It’s never too early to start thinking about our heart health. It’s the engine that keeps our body running so we need to take care of it. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) the United States has over 600,000 deaths every year from cardiovascular disease (CVD). At 70 deaths per hour that makes CVD the number one killer of Americans. The numbers don’t improve internationally. According to the World Health Organization nearly 18 million people die from CVD every year. Continue reading Heart Health: Conquering Cholesterol
The Raspbian Command Line, Part 1
The Raspberry Pi is a very useful tool for beginners to learn the basics of computer science, but one of the first things new users need to wrap their heads around is how to use the terminal. Since so many useful tutorials out there have readers using the Linux terminal, it’s important to have an understanding of how to make use of it. Continue reading The Raspbian Command Line, Part 1
Petrichor Potpourri
On summer days, after a light rain, a distinctive odor fills the air that’s almost universally pleasing to all who smell it. What is it? Why is it? When is it? Let’s get learnt. Continue reading Petrichor Potpourri