Tag: energy

Brain cell network supplies neurons with energy

The human brain has about as many neurons as glial cells. These are divided into four major groups: the microglia, the astrocytes, the NG2 glial cells, and the oligodendrocytes. Oligodendrocytes function primarily as a type of cellular insulating tape: They form long tendrils, which consist largely of fat-like substances and do not conduct electricity. These

Blocking ovarian cancer’s energy supply helps curb spread

A new study, led by the University of Chicago in Illinois, has unraveled the role of glycogen in fueling ovarian cancer spread. It is the first to reveal how tumor cells interact with support cells called cancer-associated fibroblasts to make this happen. “No systematic study,” says senior study author Ernst Lengyel, who is a professor

This Is The Most Effective Time Of The Day To Drink Coffee

If you love caffeine, you may think there’s never a wrong time for coffee, but a new study says there is a right time to get the most out of your daily cup. Researchers from the United States Army developed an algorithm that makes personal recommendations for timing your caffeine consumption, so you can drink the least amount of coffee

Anna Heinrich’s Guide To All-Day Energy

When it comes to food, I mix it up but always like to be healthy. I’ll have salads, vegetables, protein… I love so many cafes around Sydney – About Life has really great options. Even if I’m out at a restaurant or on holiday, I stay as healthy as possible, but then also have moments