Mind & Body
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How Covid-19 changes your skin: 4 unusual signs to look for
As if a fever and loss of smell wasn't enough...
5 best exercises to boost brain health
Sleep experts reveal 2 huge benefits from midday napping
Go on, give it a try.
How jobs and gender influence how much alcohol you drink
New research gives a snapshot of specific groups of people who may be more at risk for alcohol abuse.
To live longer, scientists recommend eating this ‘5-a-day’ mix
Cheat death with the correct amount of fruits and vegetables.
Scientists may have finally figured out how to reverse aging in the brain
Just one more piece of evidence that a bowl of fruit won’t do you any harm.
Lab-grown human muscle is teaching us how to live longer
Researchers discover exercise can counteract the toll of chronic inflammation.
Landmark study reveals 1 factor links gut health and long life
To physically age slower, show some self-control
For healthy aging, self-control appears to be an "active ingredient."
Two tweaks to the Mediterranean diet make it especially healthy for men
The green Med diet may be even better than its precursor.
Protein study reveals a powerful effect on fat-burning
Extra protein could give people a "metabolic advantage."
To 'grow young', one action matters more than others
The most powerful longevity hack has nothing to do with diet and exercise.
Stressed out? Study pinpoints a form of exercise that relieves anxiety
Pushups, lunges, and squats build muscle and boost mood.
Endurance exercise study illuminates the link between muscles and health
"The result is completely new."
To improve mindfulness, sleep this many minutes extra per night
A new study adds a potentially life-changing benefit to snoozing.
Breaking bad: How to create positive changes that stick
In this episode, we discuss how to crush bad habits and create new routines that lead to better health.
Not Sports
A circus act turned extraordinary sport is making its case for the Olympics
“Things are about to get real.”
Why a 120-year-old game is the future of sports
“If you're able to combine the strength of women and men in your team, then you really have the best opportunity.”
Skijoring: Where human and dog athletes work as one
Inside the gutsy counterculture of the American skibiking scene
How to solve the muscle problem that’s coming for us all
Can athletes weight lift too much? Tom Brady’s workouts trigger a debate
Most in the NFL workout with serious weight — except the league's most famous player.
How to keep weight lifting, even when life gets in the way
You can create a workout plan compatible with your schedule.
Intermediate lifters: Why the awkward stage of strength can mean freedom
Knowing even if you're an intermediate weight lifter is half the challenge.
Weight lifting progress: What to do when you're ready to level up
Progress becomes more complicated when you're no longer a beginner — but the next stage is more fun.
A beginner's guide to weight lifting: How to get started and what to expect
The choice is easy and there’s no downside.
Deload weeks: Why rest can be as important as exercise
Rest doesn't need to be a dirty word.
What a superstar marathoner can teach powerlifters about gear
Gear can be endless.
Vegan powerlifting is the next chapter of a protein-dominated sport
A meat and potatoes discipline can survive without the meat.
What new weightlifters need to know about strength training programs
With much of training built on improving and peaking, some lifters can get left out in the cold.
Why cheating on your diet could be exactly what you need
Holiday eating doesn't have to be a source of anxiety.
Meditation and weightlifting: An odd couple that’s so very right
A close look shows how enmeshed the two practices really are.
How Covid-19 changes your skin: 4 unusual signs to look for
As if a fever and loss of smell wasn't enough...
Relieve Zoom stress with 1 easy change to your routine
I was the doctor on the WHO’s Covid-19 mission to China. Here’s what we found out.
“The long-term physical and psychological effects will be felt for decades to come.”
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine: Scientific answers to 4 essential questions
What you need to know about effectiveness, availability, and more.
Everything to know about the Covid-19 vaccine: 6 essential truths
Scientists separate fact from fiction.
The 8 most incredible science images of the week
Neanderthal DNA may influence your Covid-19 risk — here’s why
One easy strategy will protect you from the spread of Covid-19
With new variants cropping up, it's now more important than ever to use extra safety measures.
Will coronavirus evolve to become less deadly? Scientists predict future variants
What's the likelihood of a post-pandemic future?
How to live in an increasingly vaccinated world
Our secret weapon against the next pandemic could be hiding in plain sight
Hint: It's in your pocket.
Is your mask effective against Covid-19? 3 questions to ask
Not all masks are the same.
Sunday Scaries
Relieve Zoom stress with 1 easy change to your routine
A TikTok famous burnout coach reveals 1 essential strategy for recovery
"Tiny betrayals of purpose" eventually lead to burnout.
Why psychedelics are a more ‘compassionate’ way to treat trauma
The scientific reason why we're wired to avoid breakups
When it comes to breaking up, scientists say "nature overdid it."
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.
Eat Better
To live longer, scientists recommend eating this ‘5-a-day’ mix
Cheat death with the correct amount of fruits and vegetables.
This futuristic lab-grown steak may solve 1 major problem with meat
"Looks like meats back on the menu, boys!"
Carbon footprint study reveals 1 'recommended' diet is bad for Earth
"Human food systems are a key contributor to climate change."
3 transformative technologies that will revolutionize the planet
The next agricultural revolution is coming.
How Covid-19 changes your skin: 4 unusual signs to look for
As if a fever and loss of smell wasn't enough...
5 best exercises to boost brain health
Sleep experts reveal 2 huge benefits from midday napping
Go on, give it a try.
How jobs and gender influence how much alcohol you drink
New research gives a snapshot of specific groups of people who may be more at risk for alcohol abuse.
To live longer, scientists recommend eating this ‘5-a-day’ mix
Cheat death with the correct amount of fruits and vegetables.
Ancient DNA reveals how we evolved to fight disease
Our genes are home to ghosts of epidemics past.
This ancient brain hack could change your life for the better
It's time to build a 'memory palace.'
2 science-backed ways to politely end a conversation
"Most conversations appear to end when no one wants them to."
Brain scans reveal a crucial difference between younger and older adults
New findings may lead to novel drugs for memory loss.
Relieve Zoom stress with 1 easy change to your routine
Health experts agree on 3 easy hacks to improve your sleep
Next time you're counting sheep, try these sleep remedies instead.
2 simples changes to your diet that can maximize the Covid-19 vaccine
Nutritionists explain how to make dietary changes before getting vaccinated.
