National Geographic

Do you tend to run hot—or are you always freezing? Overly air-conditioned workplaces mean that many workers—disproportionately women—find that the summer heat has yielded to what some dub “women’s winter.” Whether outside or in, at home or work, studies have shown that women are more sensitive to cold. Some of that may be due to differences in clothing. The other reason is that women, on average, burn fewer calories at rest than men, which creates less internal heat. But it might not be quite so simple. Find out what science really says about people who are sensitive to cold—and how it might affect their health and productivity: https://lnkd.in/eCY_CprB

Warm water is like fuel for tropical storms and hurricanes—the hotter the water, the more powerful the fuel. As the planet warms, that fuel is becoming more potent, and the link between extreme weather like hurricanes and climate change is becoming clearer. Learn more about how they form: https://lnkd.in/eRaEUXv7

Ever heard of the U.S.’s Uranium Gold Rush? It was a time when citizens flocked to America's West Coast with nothing more than a Geiger counter and a dream—discovering new sources of the radioactive element and getting rich in the process. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e8CYaxWY

This is Vittrup Man—the name given to the bones of a hunter-gatherer from the Stone Age. For 5,000 years, his skull has been preserved in a Danish bog thanks to the right temperature, plant life, and oxygen levels. His remains, found alongside the weapon that murdered him, provide fascinating insights into two pre-historic periods and cultures. Find out more about what was revealed: https://lnkd.in/eP6fXRSQ

The allure of moving naturally, with the potential for fewer injuries and stronger feet, has captivated runners and walkers for years. 🦶 Recent studies highlight the advantages of going barefoot and minimalist footwear. While the research about the barefoot movement is promising, don’t throw out all of your shoes just yet. Learn how barefoot and minimalist footwear can enhance foot strength, and how to transition to avoid injuries: https://lnkd.in/e47j_u-F

This week in our Mind Body Wonder newsletter: we go airborne—and consider the drinks cart. Plus, is swimming the best way to cool off? What other exercises—from lifting weights to e-bikes—offer superior health benefits? And what does this new database tell us about space health as more civilian missions launch?

While drinking alcohol during a flight might feel relaxing, it may be worsening your flight experience. Not only does it intensify the effects of high altitude, but it can also disrupt your sleep. How else does alcohol impact in-flight health, and how can you minimize its adverse effects? https://lnkd.in/dmDNsYBt

Once a taboo topic, social media posts have catapulted IBS into the spotlight. Two in three IBS sufferers are women, and the stories being shared online are uniting them in their mutual gut-related woes. But why does the disorder disproportionately affect women? Let's explore: https://lnkd.in/emu5NeRV

In this week’s newsletter, we explore the hidden benefits of hiking, reveal ‘Bear’-like food in Chicago, an discover supersized sharks in the South Pacific.

Good mobility is crucial for daily physical activities and athletic performance, as it enables you to move freely without straining muscles. Research indicates that practicing exercises like yoga and Pilates can enhance not only your mobility but also your psychological well-being. https://lnkd.in/eYZvZ_7N