Next Animation Studio
European glass eels use internal magnetic compass to navigate waters
New research from the University of Miami and Norway’s Institute of Marine Research has found that the European eel at a certain stage of development use an internal magnetic compass to remember the magnetic direction of tidal waves as...
Curated Video
Healthy Eating for an Active Lifestyle
This video provides basic dietary recommendations for athletes participating in intense sports activities. It emphasizes the importance of nutrition in maintaining muscular builds and explosive energy. The video highlights the need to...
SciShow
10 Surprising Chemicals Your Body Makes
Everything is made of chemicals, including the human body, but there are some especially weird ones... Hosted by: Michael Aranda ---------- Sources: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK22459/...
Curated Video
Veganism in the Media
Open University Lecturer in sociology Matthew Cole and guest Kate Stewart explore why veganism stimulates such aggressive responses. Read the full article -...
Curated Video
Are we Killers or Carers?
We live in a culture that is deeply confused about other animals. Collectively, we may profess to be ‘animal lovers’ but in practice, that love is reserved for a lucky few, including those we usually call ‘pets’, or is conditionally...
Curated Video
Why isn't Dr Who Vegan?
The Doctor exhibits compassion to all creatures, across space, and across history. Except for the delicious ones, it seems. Kate Stewart and Matthew Cole wonder why. Read the full article...
Big Think
Jillian Michaels: How antibiotics used in factory farming destroy our microbiomes
Good bacteria are our friends. We need to protect them. - More and more research nowadays links good gut flora to several health benefits, such as the inhibition of Alzheimer's to a fast metabolism. - Since we're over prescribed...
Life Noggin
Why Can Soda Dissolve a Rat?
Surprise! You won a rat in your soda! Watch more: “What If You Only Drank Coffee?” ►► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pCCjHDPq6U&t=4s Subscribe: https://bit.ly/SubLifeNoggin | Get your exclusive Life Noggin merch:...
Big Think
Jillian Michaels’ 12-hour rule: A guide to healthier headspace
- There's no shortage of good advice in the world. But how to actually follow it? - When it comes to your own wellbeing, learn to schedule your 'me time' with precision. - Only this way, says Jillian Michaels, can you center yourself and...
Big Think
Tweak your brain chemistry toward happiness, purpose, meaning | Jillian Michaels
The body influences the mind: physical activity changes our brain chemistry. - More activity in the body, and therefore in the brain, reorients us toward happiness, purpose, and meaning. - Neuroplasticity suggests we can program...
National Science Foundation
National Science Foundation: Science of Nfl Football: Nutrition, Hydration & Health
In this video, we learn about the healthy regimen that NFL players must adhere to during their gruelling pre-season training camp in order to stay hydrated and get all their essential nutrients. [5:12]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Clip 1: Meet Anthony Scavotto
Learn how a real middle school student, Anthony Scavotto, and his family struggle to figure out what to eat to be healthy so he can play sports without getting tired, like other kids his age. [2:38]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Couch Potato Blues
Learn that food and physical activity affect how we feel. Healthy choices help us to feel good and to perform at our best! [1:00]