human body

The results contradict the popular assumption that men react far more strongly to pornography.

The reason one diet does not suit all may be found in our guts.

Here’s what neuroscience and psychology have to say about how people humanize and dehumanize one another.

In Natural Causes, journalist Barbara Ehrenreich questions our obsession with wellness.

A unique 3D model allows researchers to explore embryonic development.

A new study has bad news for those who binge watch TV.

Our favorite over-the-counter medication has its limits.

The more we learn about the microbiome, the more the pieces are fitting together.

Americans’ acceptance and desire of “dad bod” is increasing every year.

Scientists may have seen a way to cure a maddening symptom of hearing loss.

The U.S. law regulating the cosmetics industry was passed in 1938, and it hasn’t been significantly updated since.

Three academic papers from Australia shows sizable bone spurs growing at the base of our skulls.

A new study posits that sleep deprivation decreases civic participation.

Technology may soon grant us immortality, in a sense. Here’s how.

“Bottom line: It’s probably best to set your alarm for a specific time and get up then.”

Around the world, more people are on the run, and that’s a healthy trend.

To be is to be embodied.

Extensive research at Yale signals the future of personalized medicine

Walmart is selling “snake oil,” said the general counsel of the organization bringing the lawsuit.

100 percent fruit juice is still 100 percent sugar.

Although longer lifespans are widespread, they are not a given.

We know exercise is necessary, but this research takes it to another level.

Some experts may worry that AI will depersonalize health care, but others see its potential to deepen relationships.

A new study looks at astronauts’ brains after they come back home.

Turns out a little obsession is a good thing.

Neuroscience is working to conquer some of the human body’s cruelest conditions: Paralysis, brain disease, and schizophrenia.

If a fetus is a person, would it be a citizen too?

No one should be drinking more than 8oz. a day. Here’s why.

We may be able to detect cancer soon by simply peeing on a stick.

Why I put my body through such grueling tests of endurance.