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This Common Fruit Juice Could Be Great for Your Teeth, New Research Finds
A small study found that unsweetened cranberry juice reduced harmful oral bacteria, suggesting a possible new way to fight plaque.
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Your Daily Cup of Tea Could Be Exposing You to Thousands of Microplastics, Study Finds
Researchers tested 28 tea brands and found that some plastic tea bags released thousands of microplastic particles into hot water.
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3 Ways to Recharge Your Social Battery When You’re Constantly Feeling Drained
A therapist explains why socializing leaves some people exhausted and shares three ways to protect your energy and recharge.
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This Is the Perfect Commute Length for Your Happiness, According to Science
A survey of 2,000 commuters suggests that shorter trips leave workers feeling more relaxed, while longer journeys can increase stress.
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Doctor Found 11 Parasitic Worms Living in a Man’s Eye (And Some Were Pregnant)
Doctors treating a 71-year-old farmer discovered 11 parasitic worms in his eye, including females that were already producing larvae.
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Your Dog Might Be Carrying a Human Mouth Parasite. But Is It Dangerous?
Researchers found a parasite commonly associated with human mouths in 17% of dogs, raising questions about potential health risks.
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Scientists Turned Toad Venom Into a Nasal Spray to Fight Depression. But Does It Work?
A clinical trial found that a psychedelic nasal spray inspired by toad venom could help treat severe, drug-resistant depression.
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Do Women Experience More Intense Psychedelic Trips Than Men? Here’s What the Science Says.
A new study suggests women experience stronger effects from psychedelics like magic mushrooms, but scientists still aren’t sure why.
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Scientists Tested an Experimental Baldness Pill on 536 Men. Here’s What Happened.
A new treatment for male pattern baldness significantly increased hair growth during clinical trials, potentially bringing another option closer to approval.
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Learning This Simple Skill in Preschool Could Improve Your Life 20 Years Later, New Study Finds
A long-term study suggests teaching young children how to manage their emotions could have benefits that last well into adulthood.
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Scientists Just Found a Surprising Link Between Worrying and Having Bad Dreams
Researchers surveyed nearly 400 adults and discovered a connection between daytime worries, negative dreams, and emotional well-being.
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This Breathing Exercise Could Make You Feel Like You’re Tripping on LSD. But Does It Actually Work?
This specialized breathing technique could trigger profound changes in consciousness and surprising effects on the brain.