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No Need to Avoid Dairy When You’re Sick

18 Aug 2023

 This article was first published in The Skeptical Inquirer.

Does peeing after sex prevent UTIs?

11 Aug 2023

This article was first published in The Skeptical Inquirer.

Your Tongue Knows How the World Feels

11 Aug 2023

“Your tongue knows what everything feels like.” This phrase has 27.6M hits on TikTok, leaving people with their tongues hanging out and brows furrowed. Of course, we know the texture of our morning...

Does Weather Really Cause Headaches?

4 Aug 2023

When the weather forecast foretells a coming storm, some get out not only their umbrella and wellies but also the Advil. The weather has been blamed for ailments from arthritis flare-ups to coughs,...

What happens when you swallow chewing gum?

28 Jul 2023

This article was first published in The Skeptical Inquirer.

Do Not Open a Window during a Hurricane

28 Jul 2023

This article was first published in The Skeptical Inquirer....

Is aspartame a possible carcinogen?

14 Jul 2023

This article was originally posted in the Montreal Gazette....

What are icepacks made of?

23 Jun 2023

With summer weather arriving in a blaze of glory, your trusty ice packs might start getting more use. Whether for keeping food and drinks cool, icing injuries, or relieving the discomfort of a...

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