The 'Popcorn Brain' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
The constant state of distraction is also known as "popcorn brain," and it's becoming more prevalent nowadays. That's no coincidence, and science explains why.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Aleve That Aren't Widely Discussed
Aleve, or naproxen, is a common NSAID used for pain relief, but constant usage can cause some nasty side effects in various parts of the body.
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Mystery Or Myth: Are People Really Left-Brained Or Right-Brained?
People are thought to be left- or right-brained, depending on their personality. While that assumption is based on some history, the reality is more complex.
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The 'Second Wind' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
You might have noticed that you experience a sudden burst of energy late in the day — a convenient rush that also happens to be perfectly natural.
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Screen Time Is Doing A Lot More To Gen Alpha's Brains Than Scientists Expected
Screens have changed our world, but they're inherently changing us, too. Nowhere is that clearer than in the psychology of the younger generations.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Adderall That Aren't Widely Discussed
Adderall is known as a medication for ADHD, but some studies have shown that it can have various long-term effects on your mental and physical well-being.
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Your Body Odor Reveals More About Your Health Than You Realize
Body odor is a normal thing, but it's also a surprising indicator of your well-being, whether short-term stress or serious, long-term health conditions.
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Long Term Side Effects Of Blue Light That Aren't Widely Discussed
With the overwhelming prevalence of screens, blue light is everywhere, all the time. Unfortunately, that's not a good thing, directly affecting the body.
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Gross Things That Happen If You Don't Poop For A Week
Pooping is pretty gross, but it turns out not pooping is actually even more gross, as denying your body's natural processes can cause quite a few problems.
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The Difference Between Morning People And Night Owls Is Easily Explained By Science
Some people get up early and some people like to stay up late, and there can be a biological difference between the two which science can explain.
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The Long-Term Prozac Side Effects Many People Don't Expect
Prozac is a commonly used SSRI often used to treat depression and other mental health conditions, but it does come with potential side effects in the long term.
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Why Death By A Cigarette Snail Is One Of The Worst Ways To Die
The natural world is replete with gruesome ways for us to die, but among the many, death by cigarette snail surely sits near the top of the list.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Gabapentin That Aren't Widely Discussed
Gabapentin, or Neurontin, is a widely prescribed drug used for its effects on the nervous system, though it can possibly cause some rare side effects.
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Scientists Think This Enzyme Could Dramatically Enhance Ozempic's Results
Ozempic is famous for its uses in weight loss, but it's not perfect by any means. In fact, it can be slightly altered and made even more effective.
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Science Explains The Rare Urine Disease That Turns Your Pee To 'Syrup'
Your urine can tell you a lot about your health, but if your pee smells like maple syrup, you might want to get that checked out with your doctor.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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