Cimke: Human anatomy & Physiology

101 Amazing Facts About the Human Body

In this amazing eBook you can find more than one hundred facts about the human body. Separated into sections such as the brain, vision, bones and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are working on a human biology project or you just want to know more about how your body works, this is an excellent addition to your bookshelf.

Sobotta Atlas of Human Anatomy : Tables of Muscles, Joints and Nerves

Learning with the Sobotta system Sobotta – tables of muscles, joints and nerves 60 tables assist in deepening and reviewing your knowledge: All muscles of the human body including origin, insertion, innervation and function. Matching the atlas, volumes 1 to 3, you find a schematic illustration of the original Sobotta figure for each muscle. The described muscle is highlighted in colour.Branches and supply areas of the cervical, brachial and lumbosacral plexusJoints and cranial nerves A practical learning tool for studying on the go! Each table refers to the corresponding figures in Sobotta Atlases Volumes 1 to 3.

A History of Human Anatomy

Many advances in medicine and surgery can be directly linked to improvements in understanding the structure and function of the human body. During the sixteenth century, the study of human anatomy became an objective discipline, based on direct observation and scientific principles. Not surprisingly, the study of human anatomy has progressed to its universal acceptance and recognition as a scientific discipline, essential for the practice of modern medicine. This revised and expanded edition presents anatomy from antiquity to the modern times. In this book, the authors present many scholars and teachers; the time periods, places, and impact of their work; controversies in anatomy; and advances in the discipline.

The Hidden Mechanics of Exercise

The Hidden Mechanics of Exercise reveals the microworld of the body in motion, from motor proteins that produce force to enzymes that extract energy from food, and tackles questions athletes ask: What should we ingest before and during a race? How does a hard workout trigger changes in our muscles? Why does exercise make us feel good?

Omega-3 Fatty Acids : Chemistry, Dietary Sources and Health Effects

There has been an exponential increase in the amount of research on the relationship between omega-3 fatty acids and human health over the past two decades. This book focuses on developing information on these newly-recognised key components of omega-3-fatty acid research.