The Unexamined Life Stories
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Obesity Plays A Sizeable Role In The Climate Change Crisis
Obesity contributes to an extra 700 megatons of CO2 emissions per year worldwide. -
Women On Birth Control Pills Have Smaller Hypothalamus, Study Finds
Birth control pills might be shrinking the size of the hypothalamus, according to a new study. -
Antidepressants Pollute Bodies Of Water, Negatively Affect Fish
'Prozac pollution' of the oceans also poses a danger to fish and aquatic wildlife. -
Being A Veggie Hater Could Be Genetic
If you hate the taste of vegetables, you have every right to blame it on your genes. -
Fast-Walking 45-Year-Olds Live Longer Than Slow Walkers
One's gait might reveal clues as to how long you might live. -
ASMR Explained: Why Some People Experience It While Others Don’t
Know why others experience ASMR while others don't. -
Can Smartphone Use In The Bathroom Give You Hemorrhoids?
It would be wise not to take your smartphone with you when you decide to visit the toilet. -
Does Genetic Mutation Affect Duration Of Our Sleep?
Some people sleep less because of a mutation in their genes. -
How Does Mouthwash Affect Blood Pressure?
There's a downside to gargling with an antiseptic mouthwash and it's not good for your health. -
Allergy Risk Changes With The Seasons
The season you were born could be the reason why you're allergic to freshly cut grass or dust mites. -
How Do Hospitals Dispose Of Dead Bodies Discreetly?
People seldom die at the hospital, but when it happens the staff need a way to make the transition without causing a stir. -
How Do Fetuses Go To The Bathroom In The Womb?
As fetuses, modern plumbing isn't yet available to us. Instead we must rely on the toilet given to us by evolution.