The problem there is that then your decisions aren't your own, but rather predetermined by your genes, effectively making us robots. You don't? Honestly coffee isn't worth it if it's not caffinated.XD Kombucha isn't great anyways. Oh. Hey what're these then?
Eh, depends on the percentage of effect the genes have upon behavior, if it was small enough it would be a tendency and not a overriding control pattern. I thought the make up of DNA would factor into the make up of the physical (tongue, stomach) and thus effect choices. Would have to look into more tho. No, I'm afraid of becoming dependent and addicted to the caffeine. XD ...I kind of like it sometimes. ....what? It's to dark for me to really see well. O.O
You bring up an interesting point. It's difficult to ascertain whether genetics or the environment has a stronger influence on behavior. It is generally believed that human behavior is determined by complex interactions of both. Genes don't play a huge role in our behavior, but as I'll mention later, behavior can play a role in our genes.
The influence of genes on behavior has been well established in the scientific community. To a large extent, who we are and how we behave is a result of our genetic makeup. While genes do not determine behavior, they play a huge role in what we do and why we do it.
Behavioral Genetics-Behavioral genetics studies heritability of behavioral traits, and it overlaps with genetics, psychology, and ethology. Genetics plays a large role in when and how learning, growing, and development occurs. For example, although environment has an effect on the walking behavior of infants and toddlers, children are unable to walk at all before an age that is predetermined by their genome. However, while the genetic makeup of a child determines the age range for when he will begin walking, environmental influences determine how early or late within that range the event will occur.
Classical Genetics-Classical, or Mendelian, genetics examines how genes are passed from one generation to the next, as well as how the presence or absence of a gene can be determined via reproduction. Gregor Mendel is known as the father of the field of genetics, and his work with plant hybridization demonstrated that certain traits follow particular patterns. This is referred to as the Law of Mendelian Inheritance. Genes can be manipulated by selective breeding, which can have an enormous impact on behavior. For example, some dogs are bred specifically to be obedient, like golden retrievers; others are bred to be protective, like German shepards. In another example, Seymour Benzer discovered he could breed certain fruit flies with others to create distinct behavioral characteristics and change their circadian rhythms.
Behavior can influence genetic expression in humans and animals by activating or deactivating genes.
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"Wise words by wise men write wise deeds in wise pen." —Lollimon the Wise
The problem there is that then your decisions aren't your own, but rather predetermined by your genes, effectively making us robots. You don't? Honestly coffee isn't worth it if it's not caffinated.XD Kombucha isn't great anyways. Oh. Hey what're these then?
Eh, depends on the percentage of effect the genes have upon behavior, if it was small enough it would be a tendency and not a overriding control pattern. I thought the make up of DNA would factor into the make up of the physical (tongue, stomach) and thus effect choices. Would have to look into more tho. No, I'm afraid of becoming dependent and addicted to the caffeine. XD ...I kind of like it sometimes. ....what? It's to dark for me to really see well. O.O
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lol, a valid fear. It's fermented though...3: *Elastic snaps, leaving a red mark on my face*Ow... N-nothing...*Mumbles a little bit while I fumble around for a light or something* Say, this's a pretty fancy double-barrel slingshot ya got here- woaaah!*Distant craching noise*
"Wise words by wise men write wise deeds in wise pen." —Lollimon the Wise
Speaking of inspiration, I'm thinking of the next story part, running everything through my head and all the possibilities. We're kinda at a turning point here, and I don't want myself to wreck it.
No worries. Take your time. This is a very important part of the story, but I'm sure you'll do a great job.
Eh, depends on the percentage of effect the genes have upon behavior, if it was small enough it would be a tendency and not a overriding control pattern. I thought the make up of DNA would factor into the make up of the physical (tongue, stomach) and thus effect choices. Would have to look into more tho. No, I'm afraid of becoming dependent and addicted to the caffeine. XD ...I kind of like it sometimes. ....what? It's to dark for me to really see well. O.O
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lol, a valid fear. It's fermented though...3: *Elastic snaps, leaving a red mark on my face*Ow... N-nothing...*Mumbles a little bit while I fumble around for a light or something* Say, this's a pretty fancy double-barrel slingshot ya got here- woaaah!*Distant crashing noise*
Well. Yea. Which is what makes it super good for you, like yogurt and kefir. If you mean that it makes it taste bad I guess it depends on the flavour for me. Well it doesn't sound like nothing. What are you doing down there?! *distressed from the noises* O.O
lol, a valid fear. It's fermented though...3: *Elastic snaps, leaving a red mark on my face*Ow... N-nothing...*Mumbles a little bit while I fumble around for a light or something* Say, this's a pretty fancy double-barrel slingshot ya got here- woaaah!*Distant crashing noise*
Well. Yea. Which is what makes it super good for you, like yogurt and kefir. If you mean that it makes it taste bad I guess it depends on the flavour for me. Well it doesn't sound like nothing. What are you doing down there?! *distressed from the noises* O.O
I'm just thinking I wouldn't condone drinking too much of it. Well, yogurt's good for you because it contains good bacteria that help with your digestion, if I'm not mistaken. Kerfir is a sour-tasting drink make from cow's milk fermented with certain bacteria- back to that bacteria that are good for you. There is limited evidence suggesting that kombucha tea offers benefits similar to probiotic supplements, or that promote a healthy immune system or prevent constipation. At present valid medical studies of the tea’s role in human health are very limited — and there are risks to consider.
There've been reports of adverse effects, such as having an upset stomach, infections, and allergic reactions among kombucha tea drinkers. Kombucha tea is often brewed in homes under nonsterile conditions, making contamination highly likely. In cases when improperly manufactured ceramic pots have been used for brewing, lead poisoning has occurred — the acids in the tea can leach lead from the ceramic glaze. There isn't enough evidence that kombucha tea delivers on its health claims. At the same time, several cases of harm have been reported. I just think the prudent approach is to avoid kombucha tea until more definitive information is available.
Did you not get my slingshot reference? *Distant explosion blows smoke and soot onto your face* *Coughing* Wow, that really packed a punch... What's this then? *Firework launching sound*
"Wise words by wise men write wise deeds in wise pen." —Lollimon the Wise
Eh, depends on the percentage of effect the genes have upon behavior, if it was small enough it would be a tendency and not a overriding control pattern. I thought the make up of DNA would factor into the make up of the physical (tongue, stomach) and thus effect choices. Would have to look into more tho. No, I'm afraid of becoming dependent and addicted to the caffeine. XD ...I kind of like it sometimes. ....what? It's to dark for me to really see well. O.O
You bring up an interesting point. It's difficult to ascertain whether genetics or the environment has a stronger influence on behavior. It is generally believed that human behavior is determined by complex interactions of both. Genes don't play a huge role in our behavior, but as I'll mention later, behavior can play a role in our genes.
The influence of genes on behavior has been well established in the scientific community. To a large extent, who we are and how we behave is a result of our genetic makeup. While genes do not determine behavior, they play a huge role in what we do and why we do it.
Behavioral Genetics-Behavioral genetics studies heritability of behavioral traits, and it overlaps with genetics, psychology, and ethology. Genetics plays a large role in when and how learning, growing, and development occurs. For example, although environment has an effect on the walking behavior of infants and toddlers, children are unable to walk at all before an age that is predetermined by their genome. However, while the genetic makeup of a child determines the age range for when he will begin walking, environmental influences determine how early or late within that range the event will occur.
Classical Genetics-Classical, or Mendelian, genetics examines how genes are passed from one generation to the next, as well as how the presence or absence of a gene can be determined via reproduction. Gregor Mendel is known as the father of the field of genetics, and his work with plant hybridization demonstrated that certain traits follow particular patterns. This is referred to as the Law of Mendelian Inheritance. Genes can be manipulated by selective breeding, which can have an enormous impact on behavior. For example, some dogs are bred specifically to be obedient, like golden retrievers; others are bred to be protective, like German shepherds. In another example, Seymour Benzer discovered he could breed certain fruit flies with others to create distinct behavioral characteristics and change their circadian rhythms.
Behavior can influence genetic expression in humans and animals by activating or deactivating genes.
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Fascinating...I had heard that genes determined 50% of what a person is inclined to do and feel but I haven't tested it myself and I didn't check for a specific source so I'm not sure if that works in. Another enjoyable mini-lecture. : D
Well. Yea. Which is what makes it super good for you, like yogurt and kefir. If you mean that it makes it taste bad I guess it depends on the flavour for me. Well it doesn't sound like nothing. What are you doing down there?! *distressed from the noises* O.O
I'm just thinking I wouldn't condone drinking too much of it. Well, yogurt's good for you because it contains good bacteria that help with your digestion, if I'm not mistaken. Kerfir is a sour-tasting drink make from cow's milk fermented with certain bacteria- back to that bacteria that are good for you. There is limited evidence suggesting that kombucha tea offers benefits similar to probiotic supplements, or that promote a healthy immune system or prevent constipation. At present valid medical studies of the tea’s role in human health are very limited — and there are risks to consider.
There've been reports of adverse effects, such as having an upset stomach, infections, and allergic reactions among kombucha tea drinkers. Kombucha tea is often brewed in homes under nonsterile conditions, making contamination highly likely. In cases when improperly manufactured ceramic pots have been used for brewing, lead poisoning has occurred — the acids in the tea can leach lead from the ceramic glaze. There isn't enough evidence that kombucha tea delivers on its health claims. At the same time, several cases of harm have been reported. I just think the prudent approach is to avoid kombucha tea until more definitive information is available.
Did you not get my slingshot reference? *Distant explosion blows smoke and soot onto your face* *Coughing* Wow, that really packed a punch... What's this then? *Firework launching sound*
Too much coffee? That's almost like saying too much chocolate is a thing. Ohhhh, yeah I don't think I've ever had the tea. I was talking about the refrigerated fizzy drink. Though we did make it at home for a while. We had a....whatever those things are that sit in the water, and all. We used a glass jar tho.
It felt familiar but I must admit I couldn't pull it in. HEY!!! *waved away smoke and coughs* Knock it off down there or I'll have to come in after you!
lol, a valid fear. It's fermented though...3: *Elastic snaps, leaving a red mark on my face*Ow... N-nothing...*Mumbles a little bit while I fumble around for a light or something* Say, this's a pretty fancy double-barrel slingshot ya got here- woaaah!*Distant crashing noise*
Well. Yea. Which is what makes it super good for you, like yogurt and kefir. If you mean that it makes it taste bad I guess it depends on the flavour for me. Well it doesn't sound like nothing. What are you doing down there?! *distressed from the noises* O.O
You said Kefir! I love Kefir! If it tastes good haha.
You don't? Honestly coffee isn't worth it if it's not caffinated.XD 
It's fermented though...3: 
It's fermented though...3: 
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