Science Explains Why Ozempic Can Make You Constipated
Ozempic has become among the best known of GLP-1s, but it does come with some strange side effects, including constipation. Here's the reason why.
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The 'Caffeine Nap' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
Coffee and naps are great ways to get back some energy, and combining them gives you a "caffeine nap." Here's the science behind how they work.
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'It's A Ticking Time Bomb': The Science Behind South Dakota's Proposed Uranium Mines (And Possible Pollution)
Uranium is an vital part of nuclear power, but extracting it often comes at a high cost to the environment, which may be the case in South Dakota.
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The Difference Between Thick And Thin Eggshells Is Easily Explained By Science
Just as eggs can come in many colors, their shells can be varying thicknesses, and the reason for this difference has a very simple explanation.
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The Bizarre Medical Procedure From The Early 1900s We Would Never Do Today
Old medical procedures often don't stand up to modern standards, as was true with this treatment for syphilis, which was technically effective, if distressing.
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This Anti-Aging Peptide Is Doing More Than Just Tightening Your Skin
Peptides are all the rage, with this one apparently reducing wrinkles. However, it seems to do quite a bit more, acting on the skin and body in multiple ways.
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Mystery Or Myth: Did Human Beings Evolve From Apes?
People might often claim (or disprove) the idea that humans evolved from apes. The reality, though, is that evolution isn't quite that straightforward.
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Here's Why You Wake Up To Pee At Night, But Not Poop
You've probably had to wake up to pee at night but not poop, and that's thanks to surprisingly intelligent parts of your body's internal clock.
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Scientists Have Detected A Massive Deep-Sea Creature Off The Coast Of Australia
This sea monster has been discussed since ancient times, yet it's rarely been seen by modern scientists. But it just might be living off the coast of Australia.
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Scientists Discovered Unexpected DNA Similarities Between Dogs And Humans
Everyone knows that dogs are humankind's best friend, but according to scientists, that kinship may run as deep as the genes and DNA in our cells.
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What The 'Exercise In A Bottle' Peptide Actually Does To Your Metabolism
Among exercise peptides, MOTS-c is one of the most popular out there, but what's actually going on inside your body when you take this peptide?
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Scientists Discovered Something Unusual Deep In Canada's Rocks - And It Could Change Everything
Scientists studying Canadian Shield rock from the Precambrian era found pockets of this gas, which could eventually play a part in how the world gets powered.
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What Happens To Your Body At Underwater Depths Of 160 Feet
The depths of the ocean are dangerous for many reasons, often due to the overwhelming pressure of water, which can cause catastrophic damage to the unprepared.
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How Scientists Are Using Poop To Save An Adorable, Critically Endangered Animal From Extinction
In the quest to save the world's endangered wildlife from extinction, scientists are using not radio trackers or cloning, instead they are using poop.
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Scientists Created A Lab-Grown Kidney Assembloid That Produced Urine After Transplant
Artificial, lab-grown organs are one of the holy grails of medicine, and we are one step closer to making it happen with kidney assembloids.
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This Body Part Explains Why Being Nervous Makes People Poop
If you've ever found yourself in a stressful situation and were overcome by the urge to poop, it turns out there's a body part responsible for that.
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What Scientists Have To Say About RFK Jr's Antidepressant Claims
Robert F Kennedy Jr has made the claim that certain antidepressant drugs are as dangerous as opioids like heroin, but what do the scientists say?
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The Science Behind Why Boomers Hoard Things
Have you ever noticed that your parents have a really hard time getting rid of stuff? It turns out that there's a reason why Boomers tend to hoard.
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The Gross Things Mold Spores Can Do To Your Body
When it comes to stuff growing in your house, mold is the last thing you want, and that's doubly true for things that can take root in your body.
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Scientists Were Wrong About The Origin Of Bed Bugs. This Study Proves Why
For a long time, we thought we understood the history of bed bugs, but recent research has completely overturned our understanding of their origins.
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The Chinese Dog Experiment That Had Never Been Done Before
Scientists typically test new procedures on animals before moving to humans, as was the case with this surprisingly successful experiment on dogs.
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Not Weight, Not Body Shape: Scientists Say These Measurements Are More Important For Health
When it comes to thinking about their health, most people tend to overvalue their body weight or shape, but there are much better metrics for health.
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How Ozempic-Driven Weight Loss Could Affect Your Bone Density
Ozempic and similar GLP-1 medications are basically miracle drugs when it comes to insulin control and weight loss, but it could affect your bones.
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The Ocean Used To Be A Different Color. Here's What Happened
Earth has famously been described as a "pale blue dot," but far in the past, the planet might have had an entirely different look with oceans of another color.
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Scientists Say This Is The Apex Predator Of The Ocean (And It's Not What You Think)
Sharks may be known for being the greatest terror of the seas, but even they can be attacked and killed. In fact, this hunter will make sharks their prey.
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What It Means When Your Tap Water Suddenly Smells
Clean drinking water is so vital its importance can't be overstated, so when it smells off you notice right away, but might not know what it means.
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The Most Effective Ways To Sleep Better On An Airplane, According To Science
Sleeping on planes is a challenge, whether due to turbulence or loud passengers. And while there's no perfect fix, there are ways to make sleep come easier.
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