by taylorsmith | May 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
Did you know that we have pulmonary vagal irritant receptors? Irritant receptors lie between airway epithelial cells and are stimulated by noxious gases, cold, and inhaled dusts. Once activated, they send action potentials via the vagus nerve leading to...
by Ingrid Yang | Apr 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
*The beaches are closed. The parks are closed. But our hearts must stay open.* Today, the US now has more confirmed COVID-19 cases than any other nation. That is over 82,000 confirmed infections across the country. And this is despite having performed a...
by Ingrid Yang | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
Getting antsy during your self-isolation? It’s time to roll out the yoga mat that you bought at Target 8 years ago! (that may or may not still be in its original wrapping)… During this period of isolation, this is your chance reconnect with the physical and mental...
by Ingrid Yang | Mar 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
Community in Immunity. Just a reminder to keep up your immunity up by exercising and eating right. I made myself a green juice with lots of ginger. Whether or not ginger actually boosts my immune system, it made me happy. And there’s plenty of scientific evidence that...
by Ingrid Yang | Mar 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
“History will not forgive us for waiting an hour more,” said San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo. “This is our generation’s great test, our moment to stand tougher as a community. Amid our collective fears, we will find our uncommon courage.” This past week that I...
