Is serving more veggies really going to persuade kids to eat them?
How Small Groups Sap Intelligence — Especially in Women
There’s a reason the term “designed by committee” is not a compliment.
Shhhh! The Quiet Joys of the Introvert
Spare a thought for the poor introverts among us. In a world of party animals and glad-handers, they’re the ones who stand by the punch bowl.
How Now, Brown Fat? Scientists Are Onto a New Way to Lose Weight
When it comes to fat, what difference does color make? A lot, it seems, especially if you’re interested in losing it.
Dad Raps About Wife’s Labor Contractions: Can Humor Ease the Pain of Delivery?
Rap improv during labor? Maybe this dad knows that laughter can help relieve stress and ease pain.
‘Broken Heart’? What Really Killed Joe Paterno
The latest studies show that grief and loss can take a toll on the heart.
Update: Why Was Demi Moore Hospitalized?
Her recent weight loss and frail appearance have fueled concerns about the actress’ mental state.
A Heart-Healthier Way to Eat Fried Food?
A new study finds that consuming foods fried in olive or sunflower oils is not linked to an increased risk of heart disease or premature death.
L.A. Mayor Signs Law Requiring Condoms in Porn Films
Filmmakers are threatening to leave the nation’s porn capital because of a new law requiring condom use on set.
Why Abortion Is Less Risky than Childbirth
Abortions are considered high-risk, but new data suggest that the procedure is considerably safer than childbirth.
Exposure to Common Chemicals May Weaken Vaccine Response
A study finds disturbing evidence that chemicals found in furniture, fast-food packaging and microwave popcorn bags may compromise children’s immune systems.
‘The Pregnancy Project’: Why One Girl Decided to Fake Her Baby Bump
Gaby Rodriguez’s mother got pregnant for the first time at age 14. Her sisters got pregnant as teens too. Rodriguez decided to buck the trend — and get creative at the same time
Distracted Teen Driving: The Hazards of Having Friends in the Car
Why teens are more likely to crash when transporting passengers.