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Body Electric

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Nov 17, 2023 • 24min

Part 3: Why Our Eyes Are Elongating

Optometrist Maria Liu discusses combating myopia in children by opening a myopia control clinic. The podcast explores the impact of tech habits on eye shape and the rising rates of myopia among kids. It also includes a segment on incorporating 'movement snacks' into daily routines.
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Nov 17, 2023 • 24min

Part 2: When Human Met Desk

Historian Laine Nooney discusses how the computer revolution changed our bodies at work and home. The podcast explores the physical toll of computing, the importance of movement breaks, and the impact on blood sugar levels and mood. Join the movement break challenge for enhanced productivity and well-being.
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Nov 17, 2023 • 29min

Part 1: The Body Through The Ages

Author Vybarr Cregan-Reid and Columbia University researcher Keith Diaz discuss how economic eras have shaped the human body. They explore the impact of technology on physical and mental health, the evolution of human biology through labor practices, and the negative effects of prolonged sitting on health. Listeners are challenged to end the cycle of type, tap, collapse together.
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Nov 16, 2023 • 3min

What is Body Electric?

The podcast discusses the impact of technology on physical health, including issues like tech snack and achy backs. It also introduces a movement break challenge to improve mental and physical well-being. Future episodes will explore consequences of technology use such as hearing loss from earbuds and emotional influence by chatbots.

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