Elana Spivack

Elana Spivack reports on science and health for Inverse from New York City. Other bylines include Scientific American, Popular Science, and more. Elana has a Masters in Journalism from NYU Science Health Environmental Reporting Program. When not reporting, she contributes satire to McSweeney's, Reductress, and others. You can find her published work at elanaspivack.com and her tweets under @elanaspivack.

Health

Drinking This Much Coffee Could Reduce Your Risk of Developing Common Metabolic Diseases

Evidence shows that three cups of coffee could have protective effects.

By Elana Spivack
Health

A First-Of-Its-Kind Study Reveals What Pregnancy Does to the Brain In Real Time

This is what pregnancy brain actually is.

By Elana Spivack
Science

Can My Cat Eat A Plant-Based, Vegan Diet? The Answer Will Surprise You

Cats are obligate carnivores, but that’s not the whole story.

By Elana Spivack
Health

New Study Found Severe Mental Health Risks Linked to Common ADHD Meds

At doses higher than 30 milligrams, risk of psychosis increased five-fold.

By Elana Spivack
Health

Science Shows A Way More Fun Way To Take Care of Your Dry Eyes

A laugh a day keeps the doctor away.

By Elana Spivack
Science

Researchers Gave LSD and Humans To Dogs — And Something Magical Happened

We’ve found our leading candidate for most interesting study of the year.

By Elana Spivack
Health

Weight Loss Goals Miss An Essential Truth About Body Fat

New research shows that regular exercise helps to make healthier body fat — which can have huge impacts on health.

By Elana Spivack
Pet Science

You Are Probably Using Your Dog’s Crate Wrong — Here’s What A Veterinarian Would Do

Never use the crate for punishment.

By Elana Spivack
Health

If You Hate Getting Pap Smears, Here’s Some Extremely Good News

Tests that the FDA approved back in May are now on route to health care facilities.

By Elana Spivack
Science

A New Study Reveals Just How Many Cats Like To Play Fetch — It’s Shockingly High

Fetch, Fluffy!

By Elana Spivack
Health

Scientists Confirmed An Important Connection Between Semaglutide and Mental Health

In patients without known mental health disorders, semaglutide didn’t increase depressive thoughts or suicidal behavior and ideation.

By Elana Spivack
Pet Science

Does My Cat Need A Haircut? Here’s What A Vet Says About Feline Grooming

Most cat fur is already equipped for seasonal changes.

By Elana Spivack
Health

Catching Up On Sleep On the Weekend Might Actually Be Really Good for Your Heart

Sleeping late on your days off isn’t as lazy as you might think.

By Elana Spivack
Health

Scientists Discovered A Novel Way Mosquitoes Find Humans — And How To Prevent It

These pests prey on infrared radiation.

By Elana Spivack
Health

Microplastics Can Cross the Blood-Brain Barrier, A New Study Suggests — Here’s Why That Matters

Plastic levels in the brain were much higher than in organs surveyed.

By Elana Spivack
Science

Is Cold Water Better For Your Dog? A Vet Reveals a Hidden Trick to Get Your Pup to Hydrate

Your dog might be a water snob.

By Elana Spivack
Health

How Flexible You Are Could Help Predict Your Longevity, A New Study Uncovers

What’s your Flexindex?

By Elana Spivack
Health

A New Intermittent Fasting Study Suggests the Diet Can Promote Cell Regeneration — But There’s A Catch

Fasting promotes cell regeneration, but also leaves cells vulnerable to cancerous mutations.

By Elana Spivack
Health

This Unlikely Food Was Just Linked to An Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes In A Massive Study

A study of nearly 2 million people shows how processed meat, red meat, and poultry affect risk of the condition.

By Elana Spivack
Health

The FDA Just Approved Another At-Home Test For STIs — This One For Syphilis

Reported syphilis cases rose 80 percent between 2018 and 2022.

By Elana Spivack