The molecule responsible for hangovers is ethanol, which we colloquially refer to as alcohol. Ethanol is present in all alcoholic beverages, and generally speaking, the more ethanol, the greater the potential for a hangover. So, how...

In some arid parts of the world, people cool off by drinking hot beverages. Can a hot drink on a hot day really cool you down?

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Ever feel like you are literally wilting when the weather's hot? We droop like a houseplant that needs to be watered. When the plant gets a good long drink it bounces back to life and the same goes for humans who are...

Howcast - Learn if sugar substitutes like Stevia are safe from nutrition expert Alex Jamieson in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Learn how to throw eco-friendly parties in this Howcast video featuring Alegre of Green and Greener.

Howcast - If you want your pearly whites to shine like diamonds and be as strong as titanium, then follow these easy oral hygiene tips.

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Howcast -It's not only diabetics who should watch their sugar intake. Diets high in sugar can actually cause diabetes or obesity. Eliminate excess sugar in your diet by following these steps.

One of the most important factors when it comes to mixing any gas with a liquid is solubility, and carbon dioxide is highly soluble in water. In fact, it's the most soluble of the common, non-toxic gases with high solubility. To give you...

There are no shortage of wacky names for alcoholic beverages, from Fuzzy Navels, to Sex on the Beaches, to the NSFW AMF. Humans have been enjoying alcoholic beverages since the dawn of civilization so there's plenty of linguistic...

Dr. Algae talks about the way advertising affects our buying choices, especially foods and beverages. Dr. Algae provides some examples to illustrate how some advertising promotions use special techniques to make products look attractive.

Food Detective Berry Blue explains that we research healthy beverages the same way we look for healthy foods – by reading the product labels. Using three fictitious drinks, the food detective helps identify unhealthy ingredients on the...

The Food Detective Berry Blue shows some of the methods advertisers use to trick us into buying merchandise. She then explains how you can make sure that, when it comes to buying food, you’re buying the healthy, nutritious food that you...

The Food Detective Berry Blue explains how to choose healthy beverages. She discusses the reasons that some beverages are good for you and why some are not.

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One of the most important factors when it comes to mixing any gas with a liquid is solubility, and carbon dioxide is highly soluble in water. In fact, it's the most soluble of the common, non-toxic gases with high solubility. To give you...

An excerpt from Alcohol and the Human Body, a 1949 production of Encyclopaedia Britannica Films.

Foods to Avoid with Acid Reflux (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, GERD) | How to Reduce Symptoms



Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition involving acid reflux (heartburn) due to relaxation or weakness of the...

Hospitals banning sugar sweetened beverages, provinces cracking down on dangerous drivers. And get me an Apple Watch!

Best & Worst Foods to Eat with Gout | Reduce Risk of Gout Attacks and Hyperuricemia



Gout is an inflammatory monoarticular arthropathy that is caused by monosodium urate crystal deposition within particular joints in the body....

Best & Worst Foods to Eat with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) | How to Reduce Risk and Symptoms of IBS



IBS is a functional bowel disorder involving intermittent and chronic abdominal pain that is associated with changes in...

Tea is a beloved and versatile beverage with a rich history and a range of health benefits. From its origins in East Asia to its cultivation in various climates around the world, tea offers a variety of flavors and processing methods to...

An enlarged prostate (also known as Benign prostatic hyperplasia) is a relatively common condition that increases in prevalence as men get older. Certain dietary and lifestyle choices can influence the growth of the prostate, the...