The Raw Truth of Being a Blind Mother: “I Don’t Need to See to Love My Child”Dr Amy Kavanagh shares the highs and lows of being a blind mother who had to fight support in a healthcare environment that doesn’t always consider the needs of disabled parents.
The Fad Diet to End All Fad DietsThere isn’t much evidence that intermittent fasting leads to lasting weight loss. Why is it still so popular? This article was featured in the One Story to Read Today newsletter. Sign up for it here.
When Will America Get Better Sunscreens?When dermatologist Adewole “Ade” Adamson sees people spritzing sunscreen as if it’s cologne at the pool where he lives in Austin, Texas, he wants to intervene. “My wife says I shouldn’t,” he said, “even though most people rarely use enough sunscreen.”
Fatphobia Hurts Thin People TooIn 2020 more than 40 percent of Americans reported experiencing weight stigma, not only from friends and family members but also from their nurses and doctors.
Do You Get Dry Mouth When Running? Here’s Why—and What Can HelpWe tapped experts to help you avoid feeling parched on your next run.
10 Easy Ways to Improve (or Replace) Windows 11's Start MenuEvery major Windows update since Windows 8 has come with a redesign of the Start menu, and Windows 11 is no exception.
Why So Many People (Myself Included) Are Experiencing Family EstrangementOn an unexpectedly brisk November evening in Johannesburg, I was at a sushi dinner with my dad, his wife, Mary,* and her teenage daughter, Rebecca.* Strained, sporadic laughter between deafening silences made it clear that everyone was uncomfortable.
If You Want to Get Stronger, Routine Is the EnemyWhen Bryan Mann talks about weight lifting, he often tells the story of Milo of Croton, a Greek wrestler who lived 2,500 years ago. Legend has it that Milo started his yearly training by buying a newborn calf. Every day, he hoisted the calf onto his shoulders and carried it up the stadium steps.
How does the brain think?Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. How does the brain think? – Tom, age 16, San Diego, California
Does It Really Matter Which Side You Sleep On?I’m one of those people who can’t get comfortable at night until I’ve rotated through every possible sleeping position, ideally twice. But when I was pregnant, I kept hearing the message that we’re all supposed to sleep on our left side, specifically.
Ancient Artifacts Have Been Found in the Grand Canyon, Going Back 12,000 YearsThe Colorado River slowly cut one of the world’s most epic scars into the landscape of northern Arizona. That scar, of course, is better known as the Grand Canyon. One of the top tourist attractions in the U.S.
How To End Your Toxic Relationship With Sugar, According To NutritionistsWe may earn a commission if you buy something from any affiliate links on our site. You don’t have to have a sweet tooth to know that sugar is omnipresent in modern diets. Nowadays—whether announcing its presence loudly or lurking covertly—sugar is in everything.
Loneliness trajectories over three decades are associated with conspiracist worldviews in midlifeIn the age of misinformation, conspiracy theories can have far-reaching consequences for individuals and society. Social and emotional experiences throughout the life course, such as loneliness, may be associated with a tendency to hold conspiracist worldviews.
What are the most powerful climate actions you can take? The expert viewWhat is the most effective action individuals can take?Most experts (76%) backed voting for politicians who pledge strong climate measures, where fair elections take place.
How to Lose Weight Fast, Safely—According to ExpertsYou’ve got a lot going on in your life, and deciding to lose weight is a big commitment. If you’re interested in losing weight for health or personal reasons, it’s understandable to wonder how to lose weight fast, so that you can reach your goal and move on.