Gut Bacteria Transfer
Gut microbes may be crucial to maintaining a healthy weight. The latest evidence comes from a study …
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Birds Fight Global Warming
The highly efficient lungs of birds are inspiring climate-friendly carbon-capturing filters.
Ugly Animal Preservation Society
The Ugly Animal Preservation Society uses humor to raise awareness about nature's less attractive …
Baby Tooth Cavities
Baby teeth fall out eventually. But that doesn't mean cavities in baby teeth should be ignored.
Iron Beads from Space
Ancient Egyptians fashioned beads out of iron from meteorites.
Cooking Sprays
How can companies claim that cooking sprays are “fat-free” if the first ingredient is oil?
Preschoolers & Choice
Giving preschoolers a choice whether or not to share may encourage future generosity.
Prehistoric Spice Roundup
Did prehistoric humans spice up their meals with mustard?
Gluten-Free Foods
Gluten-free diets are all the rage, but only a small portion of the population is truly sensitive to …
Yucky Medicines
Scientists are trying to learn how to make bitter medicines taste better, especially to kids.
Seal Bombs
Underwater explosions scare sea lions away from commercial fishing operations. But the noise could …