Is cooking the key to human evolution?

There is a new book out that provides a scientific argument that the evolution of the human brain into the wondrous thing it is today hinged on the idea that one of our ancient ancestors had to actually cook food before eating it. According to this argument, cooking food began the process of breaking down the food, allowing for early humans to have smaller digestive tracts, expend less energy on digestion, and get more nutrition from the food they ate. The argument can also be applied to descredit the modern raw food movement. What do you think?

American Experience on Test Tube Babies

Recently, a southern Californian woman gave birth to octuplets conceived through IVF. There have been differing and changing views from religious conservatives. How much government regulation should there be on these procedures? Should prospective mothers be screened in some way for "fitness"? After viewing the American Experience video, what are you thoughts, comments, views???

The Sex Talk

Here's an interesting article about adolescent sexuality. Are boys really sex-obsessed goofballs? Are girls unfortunate victims? Any thoughts after reading this article?

A little story on Lizard Reproduction

As we begin our unit on the endocrine and reproductive systems read this interesting story on "Lizard Birth!" Make sure you read the ENTIRE story!

Why I Can't Play Guitar

Welcome to the human brain, your three-pound throne of wisdom with the whoopee cushion on the seat. Here's an interesting article you might want to read before heading into your next test!

15 Amazing Images of the Human Body

Thanks to Henry for sharing this site, which shows amazing photos of a variety of human cells and other structures. Take a look, they're great!

Doctor and Patient

As we continue our work on the human body and read "The Making of a Surgeon", here's an article about the doctor-patient relationship. How involved personally should a doctor get involved with their patient, especially a seriously ill one? Have you ever gone to the doctor and felt they weren't listening to you or were to busy or distracted? Can a doctor be allowed to have a "bad day?"