Never trust a person's face: Research

Facial expressions might not be reliable indicators of emotion, say researchers, adding that, people should never trust a person's face.

According to the study, some businesses are even working on technology to determine customer satisfaction through facial expressions.

"The question we really asked is: 'Can we truly detect emotion from facial articulations?' And the basic conclusion is, no, you can't," said study researcher Aleix Martinez from Ohio State University in the US.

For the findings, the researchers focused on building computer algorithms that analyse facial expressions.

The researchers analysed the kinetics of muscle movement in the human face and compared those muscle movements with a person's emotions.

They found that attempts to detect or define emotions based on a person's facial expressions were almost always wrong.

"Everyone makes different facial expressions based on context and cultural background," Martinez said.

"And it's important to realize that not everyone who smiles is happy. Not everyone who is happy smiles. I would even go to the extreme of saying most people who do not smile are not necessarily unhappy," Martinez added.

It is also true, that sometimes, people smile out of an obligation to the social norms, the researchers said.

This would not inherently be a problem, he said -- people are certainly entitled to put on a smile for the rest of the world -- but some companies have begun developing technology to recognize facial muscle movements and assign emotion or intent to those movements.

The research group analyzed some of those technologies and, Martinez said, largely found them lacking.

"Some claim they can detect whether someone is guilty of a crime or not, or whether a student is paying attention in class, or whether a customer is satisfied after a purchase," he said. "

What our research showed is that those claims are complete baloney. There's no way you can determine those things. And worse, it can be dangerous," he added.

After analysing data about facial expressions and emotion, the research team concluded that it takes more than expressions to correctly detect emotion.

"What we showed is that when you experience emotion, your brain releases peptides -- mostly hormones -- that change the blood flow and blood composition, and because the face is inundated with these peptides, it changes colour," Martinez said.

According to the researchers, facial colour, for example, can help provide clues.

In one experiment, the researchers showed study participants a picture cropped to display just a man's face. The man's mouth is open in an apparent scream; his face is bright red.

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Alcoholism is linked to brain pathways

A reccent scientific study states that alcoholism may be due to dysfunction in a specific brain pathway that normally helps keep drinking in check.

Difficulty saying no to alcohol, even when it could clearly lead to harm, is a defining feature of alcohol use disorders. This study takes us a step further in understanding the brain mechanisms underlying compulsive drinking, said a researcher.

Some complex human behaviours including emotion, anxiety and motivation are regulated by the outer layers of the brain-cortex that are primarily responsible brain processes like decision-making. Unlike other addictive substances like cocaine, alcohol has very broad effects on the brain.

Another researcher said, we want to understand how the brain normally regulates drinking, so we can answer questions about what happens when this regulation isn't happening as it should.

The researchers used mice as the subject of experimentation for conducting the research.

Current treatments just aren't effective enough, nearly half of all people treated for AUD ( Alcohol use disorder) relapse within a year of seeking treatment, he said.

For decision effective treatments for alcoholism, scientists first need to understand the difference in the wiring of a normal person's brain and an alcoholic's brain.

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25 Smart Ways to Cut Down On Sugar

Sugar is a wonderful thing for the tongue, but can be a horrible thing for our health . Excess sugar leads to obesity, diabetes, cancer and many other diseases and illnesses. Most of us realize at some point that we ought to curb our appetite for sugar. But sugar is addictive, so it's not easy to change your sugar habits. Here are 25 golden rules for leading a low-sugar lifestyle.

 

1. Reduce the amount of sugar SLOWLY
Some people try to cut sugar out of their lives immediately, going cold turkey. What they forget is that sugar is an addictive substance, a VERY addictive substance. Once your body gets used to it, quitting all at once can be a horrible experience, leading to bad emotional states, anxiety and even physical symptoms such as fatigue and sweats. Studies also show that quitting sugar all at once leads to a higher risk of returning to full time consumption. It's healthier and better to slowly decrease your intake over a couple of weeks time.

2. Consume whole foods
Whole foods don't contain added sugar. So why not stick to fruits, vegetables and meat products in their original condition, and reap the benefits?

3. Prepare your own meals

Get out that cookbook and start cooking for yourself. That way you know exactly how much sugar is in your meal, and you get no surprises from food places that add a little sugar "for taste".

4. Become suspicious of 'sugar free' labels
So it doesn't have sugar. But it DOES have artificial sweeteners that, besides increasing your risk of certain cancers, trick your body into thinking glucose is being delivered. When it fails to, you will feel hungrier, and look for something sweet again. So watch out for those "no sugar" labels.

5. "Fat-Free" is just as bad
Yes, it's fat-free, but it usually contains added sugar or sweeteners, to make up for the lesser flavor of foods with less fat.

6. It's time to know your labels
All foods carry labels. We know it's no fun trying to understand them, but once you read a few you'll see they repeat themselves, and you can easily start to identify those that have the most natural ingredients and less artificial ingredients, as well as the preparation techniques that use no added sugars or sweeteners. Compare the labels you read to labels of products you KNOW are bad for you, find what is similar and what is different to know you've made the right choice.

7. No sodas, no non-natural juices
Almost all of these drinks are pretty much sugar water. So if you're serious about getting your sugar intake way down, avoid these like the plague.

8. That includes diet sodas, too
As we've said before, artificial sweeteners will just make your body crave more sugar. Diet sodas are full of those, and will enlarge your sweet tooth. Sorry to say, diet sodas should be avoided just like regular sodas.

9. Start your days with a good amount of protein
Eggs, protein shake, yogurt - try to start your day with a breakfast that contains food products such as these. They will keep your blood sugar levels normal and limit your cravings for sweets. An added benefit is that they will also help control your metabolism for the rest of your day.

10. Don't forget your meals - no skipping

We all forgo a lunch or dinner here and there. Sometimes we're busy, sometimes just too tired to feel like eating. But it backfires, because we get more cravings for sweets this way, and we may easily turn to sugar to plug that hole.

11. Emergency snacks are an important resource
Nutrition experts such as Dr. Mark Hyman recommend having an emergency snack-pack close to you at all times. So when you get that craving, you have something immediate to reach out to, such as fresh fruit, nuts, jerky or whole foods. This way you're not tempted to go out to the vending machine closest to you and succumb to your sweet tooth.

12. Drink, and drink a lot
It may not seem connected, but when we're thirsty, our body increases our cravings for food and sweets. Keep yourself hydrated and those cravings will subside.

13. Choose fruits
Fresh fruits will hydrate you, supply you with much needed fiber and help you metabolize fructose, a much better way to answer the call of your sweet cravings than any processed food.

14. But even more than fruit - go for vegetables and nuts
Fruit is very healthy, but also sweet, and that sweetness will keep your addiction to sugar in existence. Limit yourself to a small amount of fruit a day (1-2). Veggies, nuts and seeds as the best types of healthy snacks.

15. There are healthy fats around, keep them close by
Healthy fats, like those found in extra virgin olive oil, avocados, nuts and seeds, will get you to a place where you feel full, have lots of energy, and enjoy a balanced blood-sugar level.

16. Everything has a natural substitute - find it White sugar can be replaced with honey or molasses (keep the amounts small). These provide great flavor with a lot more nutrients, and will keep your sugar intake lower.

17. Spice up your life
Another great way of satisfying your craving for something sweet is using spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon, paprika, cardamom and many others that have a sweetness to them without adding sugar.

18. Try a week of black coffee
I know not everyone enjoys black coffee, but it just takes a little getting used to. Take a 7 day trial and drink only black coffee. Studies have shown it can reduce the risk of diabetes as well as certain types of cancer, and is a real metabolism booster. Drink it slowly and absorb the rich taste and experience. You don't need sugar to enjoy that special aroma.

19. Like chocolate? Join the dark side
Dark chocolate contains A LOT less sugar than its milky counterpart, and can be very good for you.

20. Don't do it alone
Fighting your sugar craving is so much better when you're not doing it alone. Maybe you have a friend, a loved one or a significant other who can also use a sugar reduction? Most of us do. Pair up and give each other much needed support. Cook together and talk to each other when the cravings get really bad. It can be a huge comfort and can stop you before making that craving come true.

21. Know the other names of sugar

When looking for sugar content, sometimes you may miss its other names. Names like "Black strap molasses", "Agave Nectar", "Dried oat syrup" or even "Evaporated cane juice". These aren't EXACTLY sugars, but your body still treats them the same. So be on the lookout, and keep reading those labels!

22. Never assume a product or food is devoid of sugar
You wouldn't think there is sugar in a salad, right? Or in a sauce or meat glaze? But sometimes there are. If you're at a restaurant, ask your waiter about sugar content. If you're buying a product, once again - check the label. Never assume something is sugar free just because it doesn't make sense for it to have sugar. It gets added to a surprising amount of foods.

23. The glycemic index is not the final answer
The glycemic index scale measures glucose, but not fructose. Sugars are metabolized differently and have different effects on our body, so the GI scale is not enough to judge.

24. Sleep, and sleep well
When we don't get enough sleep (or enough quality sleep), we fall behind on our energy needs, and will often look for something to fill that energy hole - such as sugar, sugary coffee or tea etc. Get 7-8 hours of good sleep a night to avoid empowering your cravings.

25. Track your emotions
A lot of the time we reach out to that sugary goodness to compensate for a bad emotional state, and not because we're truly hungry. Notice how you are feeling when cravings strike. Knowing is half the battle, and when you're aware of your emotional state, you can counter that craving with something that makes you happy or brings you joy that isn't sugary food.

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Pineal gland and the 3rd eye connection

Several spiritual philosophies contain the notion of an inner 3rd eye, related to the pineal gland, to which is attributes significance in mystical awakening or enlightenment, higher states of consciousness and extrasensory perception (ESP). Mention of this is found in ancient Central and East Asia and also in contemporary metaphysical theories relating to yoga.

A neurologist in Jaipur claims to have found new evidence throwing light on interactions between a physical brain and a non-physical consciousness which leave an impact on human thought, emotion and behaviour. These psychic phenomena are linked with the 3rd eye, he says.

Dr. Ashok Panagariya, recipient of the prestigious B.C. Roa Award, says that the studies on the 2 functional units of brain and consciousness and new understanding of psychic phenomena may lead humankind to the ability to induce ESP at will. Pineal gland studies hold a great futuristic link between human and superhuman experiences.

Pineal gland, being the only singular structure in the brain and having a strategic position between the 2 halves , is believes to connect between intellect and the body. This 3rd eye could be activated to spiritual world frequencies, enabling  a person to have the sense of all knowing, godlike euphoria and oneness all around him, says the Dr.

Once tuned into proper frequencies with the help of meditation, yoga or various esoteric and occult methods, pineal gland can also enable a person to travel into other dimensions, popularly known as astral travel, cosmological projection or remote viewing.

Dr. Panagariya, has pointed out that the recent developments in parapsychology and neuroscience have revealed new clues about the way ESP and other psychic abilities are processed by the brain. " Science is providing some answers about the structure or physiology of brain which makes parapsyhcological reception possible."

"The most astounding discovery of all is that the brain produces a parapsychology enhancing neurotransmitter," says the Dr. while referring to a class of substances known as beta-carbolines which are secreted from the pineal gland. He says this neurochemical is only produced at night and breaks down into melatonin, another substance which has been associated with psychic experiences.

The Dr. has in his study referred to another recent discovery of interest to psychic researchers proving that the human brain contains magnetite ( ferrous oxide), which renders the brain sensitive to the Earth's magnetic fields.

" It has long been known that birds and other animals use magnetite in their brains to aid in navigation. Magnetite is especially concentrated in the pineal gland and the temporal lobes", says the Dr., offering scientific explanation to the spiritual, mystical and paranormal experiences.

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Here's what you need to know about loneliness in older adults

Contrary to what people believe, loneliness is not a harmless state of mind. The emotion posses the power to substantially affect the health of older adults, recent findings suggest.

As part of the latest study, researchers jotted down a list of things to know about loneliness.

The researchers explained loneliness as an emotional state of perceived isolation. According to the study, the emotion is common in older adults and can be linked to their declining health.

Loneliness is found to be as harmful as any other risk factors for death, such as obesity and smoking.
This factor can be used as a significant predictor when it comes to the issue of health care in older adults.

If seriously taken into consideration, a proper understanding of this emotion can lead health care professionals into connecting lonely adults with community supports and social networks.

"Our health care system and society are increasingly recognizing loneliness as a serious public health problem, but clinicians are often unprepared to properly access and manage lonely patients," said the lead researcher of the study.

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Human brain cells develop throughout life

Human beings keep making new brain cells throughout their lives, even into the 90s, a finding that may pave the way to treatments for Alzheimer’s disease –linked to loss in brain cells, according to a study. Scientists had earlier thought that most of our neurons – brain cells that send electrical signals – are indeed in place by the time we are born.

The team looked at the brains of 58 deceased people who were aged between 43 and 97 and focused on the hippocampus – a part of the brain involved in memory and emotion – lost in Alzheimer’s patients. They were able to spot immature or “new” neurons in the brains that they examined, the BBC reported.

In healthy brains there was a “slight decrease” in the amount of this neurogenesis with age. “I believe we would be generating new neurons as long as we need to learn new things,” researcher was quoted .  “And that occurs during every single second of our life,” she added.

However, the study says in people at the beginning of Alzheimer’s, the number of new neurons forming fell from 30,000 per millimetre to 20,000 per millimetre. “That’s a 30 per cent reduction in the very first stage of the disease,”she said.

“It’s very surprising for us, it’s even before the accumulation of amyloid beta (a hallmark of Alzheimer’s) and probably before symptoms, it’s very early.”

Understanding why there is a decrease in neurogenesis could lead to new treatments in both Alzheimer’s and normal ageing, she said.

“While we start losing nerve cells in early adulthood, this research shows that we can continue to produce new ones even into our 90s,” said a researcher.

Alzheimer’s radically accelerates the rate at which we lose nerve cells and this research provides convincing evidence that it also limits the creation of new nerve cells.”

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