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If You Always Brush Your Teeth After Eating, We Have Bad News: Scientists Say You’re Doing It Wrong

If You Always Brush Your Teeth After Eating, We Have Bad News: Scientists Say You’re Doing It Wrong

Health

Interestingly, the recommended times to brush your teeth aren't after meals, according to experts.

There’s a New ‘Theory of Everything’ for Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease. The Key Lies in Tiny Granules

There’s a New ‘Theory of Everything’ for Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease. The Key Lies in Tiny Granules

Health

The model should make studying the disease easier.

The Glass of Wine Before Bed to Help You Sleep Has a Very High Price That Goes Far Beyond Empty Calories

The Glass of Wine Before Bed to Help You Sleep Has a Very High Price That Goes Far Beyond Empty Calories

Health

Although alcohol has sedative effects, it can significantly impact the quality of your rest.

50 Years of Research on Depression Therapy Have Revealed a Surprising Truth: We Haven’t Improved

50 Years of Research on Depression Therapy Have Revealed a Surprising Truth: We Haven’t Improved

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This isn’t bad news—just because therapy hasn’t improved doesn’t mean it doesn’t work.

Sugar Has Long Been the Main Ingredient in Soft Drinks. It’s Also Contributed to a Silent Pandemic

Sugar Has Long Been the Main Ingredient in Soft Drinks. It’s Also Contributed to a Silent Pandemic

Health

A recent study has linked sugary drinks to increased cases of diabetes and heart disease.

Scientists Debunk a Popular Productivity Mantra: Cold Showers in the Morning Are as Useless as Getting Up Early

Scientists Debunk a Popular Productivity Mantra: Cold Showers in the Morning Are as Useless as Getting Up Early

Health

Productivity gurus often recommend waking up at 5:00 a.m. and taking cold showers to strengthen both body and mind. However, scientific research has disproven both claims.

The Health Benefits of Omega-3 Are Well-Known. Scientists Now Claim That It Also Has Rejuvenating Effects

The Health Benefits of Omega-3 Are Well-Known. Scientists Now Claim That It Also Has Rejuvenating Effects

Health

Omega-3 isn't just good for your heart.

Intermittent Fasting Is All the Rage, But There’s Just One Problem. Scientists Say It Might Lead to Hair Loss

Intermittent Fasting Is All the Rage, But There’s Just One Problem. Scientists Say It Might Lead to Hair Loss

Health

While the evidence is still inconclusive, it serves as a warning that even seemingly harmless practices can have unexpected downsides.

U.S. Approves a New Non-Opioid Painkiller for the First Time in Decades

U.S. Approves a New Non-Opioid Painkiller for the First Time in Decades

Health

The new drug explores an untapped avenue in pain management.

Researchers May Have Found a New Natural Alternative to Ozempic. It’s a Microbe That Lives in Your Gut

Researchers May Have Found a New Natural Alternative to Ozempic. It’s a Microbe That Lives in Your Gut

Health

A new tool in the fight against diabetes.

Researchers Develop a New Way to Diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease: A Simple Head Turn

Researchers Develop a New Way to Diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease: A Simple Head Turn

Health

The rapid diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is closer than ever.

Water Is a Very Healthy Drink. Harvard Researchers Say There’s Another Equally Beneficial Option: Coffee

Water Is a Very Healthy Drink. Harvard Researchers Say There’s Another Equally Beneficial Option: Coffee

Health

Often, things are valuable not only for their inherent qualities but also for what they replace.

According to a Study, Your Fitness Matters More Than Your Weight—At Least If You Want to Live Longer

According to a Study, Your Fitness Matters More Than Your Weight—At Least If You Want to Live Longer

Health

The recipe for weight loss may seem simple: burn more calories than you consume. However, staying healthy requires more than this simple equation.

A Study Confirms What Everyone Suspected: Plant-Based Milks Contain Fewer Nutrients Than Cow’s Milk

A Study Confirms What Everyone Suspected: Plant-Based Milks Contain Fewer Nutrients Than Cow’s Milk

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Selecting the right milk for your needs can be more challenging than the labels suggest.

Scientists Are on the Verge of Creating ‘Artificial Naps.’ However, They Require You to Implant an Electrode

Scientists Are on the Verge of Creating ‘Artificial Naps.’ However, They Require You to Implant an Electrode

Health

Some people choose to nap; others prefer not to.

A Recent Study Finds That Morning Coffee Can Lower the Risk of Death

A Recent Study Finds That Morning Coffee Can Lower the Risk of Death

Health

Your life could depend on it.

The Key to Happiness in 15 Affirmations: If You Identify With Them, You May Be Happier Than You Think

The Key to Happiness in 15 Affirmations: If You Identify With Them, You May Be Happier Than You Think

Health

Measuring happiness is complex.

Getting a Good Night’s Sleep Reduces the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease. However, Not All Sleeping Pills Are Effective

Getting a Good Night’s Sleep Reduces the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease. However, Not All Sleeping Pills Are Effective

Health

What is the purpose of sleep? Answering this question isn’t straightforward.

Google’s AI Is Confusing Up Mushroom Species in Response to User Searches. It’s a Dangerous Habit

Google’s AI Is Confusing Up Mushroom Species in Response to User Searches. It’s a Dangerous Habit

Robotics and AI

We knew that AI models could hallucinate and make mistakes, but there’s a big problem when those errors could lead to fatal consequences.

In 1197, a Soldier Was Thrown Into a Well in Norway. A Norse Saga Told the Tale, and Scientists Have Now Identified Him

In 1197, a Soldier Was Thrown Into a Well in Norway. A Norse Saga Told the Tale, and Scientists Have Now Identified Him

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Dust from a tooth has confirmed the truth behind an 800-year-old story.