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Can Drinking Rain Water Make You Sick?

Despite childhood myths, it’s not sterile at all

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

I’m Still Drinking Diet Coke

Putting the fear of artificial sweeteners into much-needed context.

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

The Mutation That Gives Real-Life Unbreakable Bones

A rare genetic mutation from a family in…

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

The Blood-Pressure Danger of… Licorice?

Potential health benefits, but also confirmed high blood…

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

Beets Have More Nitrates Than Salami. So Why Is Deli Meat Unhealthy?

Untangling the cancer risks…

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

Glove-Wearing At Work May Mean Dirtier Hands

Encouraging disposable gloves at restaurants and…

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

Three Reasons Why We Can’t Predict Our Success From Our Genes

It’s not “nature vs. nurture” — it’s a…

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

Debunking the Danger Claims of Demineralized Water

Could water that is too pure steal vitamins and…

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

Do Larger Animals Have Bigger Cells?

Are the cells of an elephant larger than those of a mouse?

Sam Westreich, PhD in Sharing Science

What is Colostrum, And Should I Be Drinking It?

The skinny on “liquid gold” milk, and why its health…