Radionuclides and Life | Social Link to Obesity

Join astrophysicists Hugh Ross and Jeff Zweerink as they discuss discoveries with theological and philosophical implications that point to the reality of God’s existence. Earth ended up with just the right amounts of carbon, nitrogen, and water for life in part because a nearby supernova bathed the early solar system with short-lived radionuclides (SLRs). Earlier explanations couldn’t fully account for the radioactive elements found in ancient meteorites. But a newer model suggests that when a supernova exploded relatively close to the young Sun, its shock wave briefly overwhelmed the Sun’s protective bubble, allowing these elements to form and enter the developing solar system. This scenario matches what scientists observe in meteorites today, and it provides evidence for purposeful design. Everyone knows that smoking and alcoholism cause significant damage to our bodies. A growing body of evidence shows that our relationships can have a similar impact. One recent study found that marriage and perceived emotional support positively affect numerous health measures, such as body mass index, eating behaviors, and craving control. The study also identified specific physiological connections (like oxytocin regulation) that link our mental states with our gut. Such research affirms the biblical description that being made in the image of God entails a unity of the physical and the spiritual.  LINKS AND RESOURCES: Cosmic-Ray Bath in a Past Supernova Gives Birth to Earth-Like Planets Social Bonds and Health: Exploring the Impact of Social Relations on Oxytocin and Brain-Gut Communication in Shaping Obesity Scientists Studied Nearly 100 People—Found Hidden Benefit of Good Marriages