Mind & Body
Far less exercise than you think could cut your chances of a deadly brain condition
Just 18 minutes a day. Sounds doable.
Going to bed after this specific time damages metabolic health — study
In a study published last week in Diabetologia, both disturbed sleep patterns and going to sleep after midnight were correlated to a less-than-optimal postprandial response.
Evolutionary biologists reveal how exercise unlocks human longevity
On the flip side, there are biological penalties for not working out.
Scientists find the best bedtime for heart health
Stop draggin’ your heart around, past 10 p.m.
Good fat vs bad fat: Study links one type of fat to a higher risk of stroke
However, scientists have long struggled to prove which kind of fat matters.
Why one type of massage can help muscles heal faster — study
There’s a curious link between mechanical stimulation, skeletal muscle repair, and immune function.
Diet study reveals optimal number of hours to sleep to boost good snack habits
If you needed another reason to prioritize sleep...
Scientists identify how many hours to eat a day to optimize longevity
Maintaining an eating schedule may help safeguard your long-term health.
Does gut health affect weight? A new study reveals critical new data
Healthy weight loss may have less to do with limiting what you eat, and more to do with what you eat.
Want to get better at exercising? Scientists endorse these 2 fitness hacks
New research endorses choosing specific goals and pushing yourself to start immediately.
What is the healthiest sugary drink? It’s complicated.
A new sugar study may influence what you drink next.
Scientists discover one kind of friend is best for brain health
Scientists discover an unexpected connection between gut and heart health
The thin line between intermittent fasting and eating disorders
The problem’s lynchpin is the difference between what scientists expect and what people actually do.
Scientists find the best time to eat protein for muscle growth
Getting swole can be a matter of meal timing.
The invisible exercise that might count more than your workout
Our “hidden” exercise matters more than we think
Detox
Doctors say how to untangle mental and sexual health
Medical professionals unravel the complex link between sexual and mental health.
What mental health experts say people get wrong about divorce
Is a “painless” divorce possible? Experts say that’s the wrong question.
What causes Muscle Dysmorphia? Symptoms, treatment, and more
An apparent rise in Muscle Dysmorphia among men is worrying experts because the disorder can be dangerous
Can men get postpartum depression? Experts and dads reveal the truth.
“He was in the NICU for a month. By the time he got home, we had already been through the wringer.”
What are good weight lifting benchmarks? The science of milestones, explained
We all train to get somewhere, even if we don’t know where to.
What time should you eat to gain muscle? The complex science, explained
Does meal timing affect muscle growth? Here’s what you need to know.
Is coffee before workouts good or bad? The benefits of caffeine, explained
How to get good at exercise: The secret is right in front of you
Here are the exercises to try again.
Upper body strength: The exercises and stretches you need to try
Too many “leg days”? Here’s how to catch up your upper body.
Does sprint training increase strength? What weight lifters need to know
Sprint training should be viewed as a type of strength training.
Exercises for better posture: 2 hacks lifters should try now
Here's how weight lifters can improve one critical feature, their posture, and why that's critical for strength.
Best stretching exercises: Why lifting is about more than strength
Here's how weight lifters can improve through mobility work and stretching.
Is grip strength important for weight lifting? 3 facts you need to know
Here's how to improve one of the most important elements of weight lifting.
Why gaining weight when lifting weights isn’t a problem
Here are three questions weight lifters need to ask.
The one piece of equipment you need to achieve strength, cardio, and health
Kettlebells are a deceptively simple way to get fit.
Olympic weightlifting 2021: How to become a fan, before it’s too late
The Tokyo Games may be the Olympics’ last waltz with the barbell. Here’s how to watch it.
How to choose the right weight lifting shoes
How sore is too sore? What every weight lifter needs to know
While soreness can be brutal, it’s not exactly pain.
Why are weightlifters so short? The height-lifting connection, explained
Is it better for weightlifters to be tall or short? The answer is more complicated than you think.
Why butts are the “Trojan horse” way to get healthy
Don't underestimate the butt.
Psychology
Why nudges don’t work
Psychologists debunk a popular theory.
One stress-relief hack has a surprising effect on your body's DNA
Here’s how it works.
Ketamine-assisted therapy could help heavy drinkers stay sober longer — study
This could be the first new treatment for alcoholism in decades.
Does my cat think I’m just a bigger cat? It’s complicated
What is Tiddles thinking?
PCR vs. rapid tests: The U.K. is taking a bold new approach to Covid-19
Here’s what you need to know.
One cellular fighter might be the key to thwarting Covid-19
They’re T-riffic.
Can weed cure Covid-19? No, but two cannabinoids hint at a possible treatment
The results are interesting, to say the least.
How deadly is omicron? What U.K. and South Africa Covid-19 data reveals
The disease is spreading.
3 ways to fix one of the UK’s biggest Covid-19 vaccine problems
Vaccines remain a central defense against Covid.
Stop trying to make "flurona" happen
It's never going to happen.
How much sitting is too much? It's not as bad as you think
Not all types of sitting are equally bad for you.
The best post-apocalypse show on HBO Max reveals a strange societal truth
This new series skips past the wreckage to focus on how we can rebuild together.
How did Covid-19 affect kids’ mental health? A dark divide, revealed
Researchers checked 170 studies.
Omicron: Why the U.K. needs to jab 25 million in 2 months
What impact the new omicron variant will have is still unknown. The United Kingdom's National Health Service plans to roll out Covid vaccine boosters to fight the spread.
Will there ever be a post-pandemic? Why the answer is out of reach
The majority thought normality would return within six months.
Nine immutable truths about Covid-19, two years later
Variants like Omicron can make us feel like we’re dealing with a new virus. We’re not.
NASA restores Hubble spectrograph and more: Understand the world in 9 images
Why are scientists worried about omicron? 5 vital facts about the variant
There’s a lot we don’t know.
Gut health could prevent one of the most worrying Covid-19 side effects
“Maintaining a healthy microbiome through healthy diet would definitely benefit in fighting against Covid-19.”
Covid-19 and the holiday season: Tests, travel, and vaccine questions answered
There are ways to minimize your risk of contracting or transmitting Covid-19 over the holiday season.
Sunday Scaries
How to help someone having a panic attack: 3 immediate actions you can take
“These physical sensations are very real.”
Scientists untangle a link between depression and metabolism
New research reveals key metabolic differences between different depression types.
4 science-backed strategies to finally achieve your New Year’s resolutions
“The traditional ways set people up to feel guilty and generally bad.”
How long should you stay in therapy?
Successfully ending therapy is one of its primary goals — but there are different ways to get there.
How pumpkin spice flavor was created in a lab
How to make scientifically perfect ice cream
It's all about balancing the equation.
How yeast makes bread bubbly and delicious
How to make fluffy, delectable meringue using science
A scientific look at the power of eggs.
The Science Behind Crunchy Fried Chicken
How flavor chemists designed the controversial pumpkin spice
A little nutmeg has caused so much drama.
How to create the perfect scoop of ice cream — with science
When one element goes up, the other must come down.
Mastering sourdough with the science of yeast
How to use the magic microorganisms that make bread rise to create a golden brown loaf.
Why science is so important for the decadent pavlova
Pavlovas are a decidedly retro dessert named after a Russian ballerina.
How to get the crunchiest, juiciest fried chicken using science
A food scientist lays out the process of “flash evaporation” to achieve a crispy, dry exterior with a satisfying bite.
Beer + Chicken = Slammable Chicken
Cooking with beer can be easy — if you follow a few basic scientific laws.
How to turn the volume way up on a classic ceviche using science
A culinary scientist talks about the power of cooking with acid in the kitchen.
The science of grilling with smoke
A renowned molecular gastronomy chef shows you how. 🔥
2 beers and a little science can make a slammable chicken
Beer can enhance food in two ways: The alcohol's chemical abilities and the flavor — pilsner, in my case — can elevate your dish.
Eat Better
What is the healthiest diet? Here's why calories obscure the truth
It’s not as straightforward as it seems.
One kind of work interferes with metabolic health — but there is a solution
If you work nights, read this.
This one common habit could be tied to weight gain
It could be causing a vicious, hard-to-break cycle.
Evolutionary scientists debunk a Darwinian theory of spicy food
Think about it.
Want to quit smoking but too scared of weight gain? Your gut may hold the key
The gut microbiome is more powerful than you think.
Fiber is better for immunity than probiotics — study
A new survey of dietary habits and probiotic intake among melanoma patients suggests it might be better for immunity to eat fiber than probiotics.
Sleep science: 6 connections show how gut health influences slumber
Getting good shut-eye has more to do with your gut than you realize.
Neanderthal discovery reveals an important lesson for human gut health
A study earlier this year looked at fecal samples from Neanderthals, finding diverse microbiota that suggest a plant-rich diet and more health insights.
Gut study reveals DNA changes in bacteria may alter how the body absorbs fat
In a study published this week in the journal 'Cell Host & Microbe,' scientists analyzed the genetic makeup of the myriad organisms within the gut microbiome.
Gut health could prevent one of the most worrying Covid-19 side effects
“Maintaining a healthy microbiome through healthy diet would definitely benefit in fighting against Covid-19.”
Can you have a “Super Gut”? A controversial doctor thinks he has the answer
A controversial doctor thinks he has the answer.
Why the gut may be humans’ “first brain”
This is not science fiction.
This one nutritional strategy can benefit gut health — and fight inflammation
A study published in July found fermented foods may be particularly useful in boosting gut microbial diversity and fighting inflammation.
Scientists have discovered a link between one problematic emotion and gut health
Your microbiome’s diversity may depend on your mood.
Can vaccines help protect the gut? Fungus study hints at future treatments
Fungi are important members of the microbiome — but they can also hurt human health.
Western diets may have a pernicious side-effect on the gut microbiome — study
Put down the French fries, perhaps.
Recipes to boost gut health: 2 delicious, science-backed dishes
Dr. Linda Shiue shares two recipes from Spicebox Kitchen.
Gut study uncovers a surprising role for immune cells in nutrient absorption
In a study was published earlier this year in the journal Science, scientists uncovered a direct role for immune cells in controlling nutrient absorption in the small intestine.
Gut study reveals a “mind-blowing" strategy to reverse aging in the brain
“By restoring the microbiome, we’re targeting it through this transplantation, we’re able to reverse age-related cognitive deficits.”
The “disappearing” human microbiome — and the fraught push to preserve it
Competing ideas on how to collect and study our microbiota raise a vital question: Who benefits?
Sex and relationships
7 ways to train your mind and body for better sex, according to experts
Dolphin study could help us understand the evolution of female pleasure
Scientists suggest the dolphin clitoris plays an important role in sexual pleasure, helping us understand the evolution of this behavior.
Why semen is good for your brain
A viral TikTok reveals the surprising answer to an oral sex mystery.
Look: Ancient family tree chronicles two surprising traits of Stone Age society
PCR vs. rapid tests: The U.K. is taking a bold new approach to Covid-19
Here’s what you need to know.
Why nudges don’t work
Psychologists debunk a popular theory.
One stress-relief hack has a surprising effect on your body's DNA
Here’s how it works.
7 ways to train your mind and body for better sex, according to experts
Can weed cure Covid-19? No, but two cannabinoids hint at a possible treatment
The results are interesting, to say the least.
Ketamine-assisted therapy could help heavy drinkers stay sober longer — study
This could be the first new treatment for alcoholism in decades.
Will Dry January really help you cut back on alcohol? It’s complicated
We asked the experts.
Dry January: One behavioral science hack can help you succeed
Preparation is key.
How to help someone having a panic attack: 3 immediate actions you can take
“These physical sensations are very real.”
What is the healthiest diet? Here's why calories obscure the truth
It’s not as straightforward as it seems.
Stop trying to make "flurona" happen
It's never going to happen.
7 strategies for setting goals you can actually accomplish
The substance of your objectives — and your approach — can determine your success.
Want to quit smoking but too scared of weight gain? Your gut may hold the key
The gut microbiome is more powerful than you think.
One kind of work interferes with metabolic health — but there is a solution
If you work nights, read this.
This one common habit could be tied to weight gain
It could be causing a vicious, hard-to-break cycle.
Scientists untangle a link between depression and metabolism
New research reveals key metabolic differences between different depression types.
