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How Artificial Sweeteners Work
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Many dieters use artificial sweeteners as a way to cut sugar without eliminating all things sweet. But did you know that some artificial sweeteners have almost as many calories as sugar? Find out how artificial sweeteners work.
10 Ways Americans and Europeans Differ
HowStuffWorks looks at come of the cultural differences between Europe and America, like ice consumption, metric system and portion sizes.
History of Aromatherapy
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The history of aromatherapy dates back to ancient times. Learn about the history of aromatherapy, as well as incense and essential oils.
Can a car really be death-proof?
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Death-proof is a big initiative in the future of car safety -- but is it possible? Learn more about death-proof ideas and notions of death-proof car technology.
What is electroreception and how do sharks use it?
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Sharks use electroreception to locate prey. Learn how the elasmobranch family uses electroreception and what ions have to do with electroreception.
Is It Illegal Not to Have a Name?
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Is it illegal to not have a name? Maybe not. But it is certainly a lot of trouble. Find out why it's not exactly illegal to not have a name.
Why are orca called killer whales?
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People love to swim with them so why are orca called killer whales? Find out why orca are called killer whales and whether an orca is a whale.
Typhoid Mary Was the Original Super Spreader
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Mary Mallon was an Irish immigrant working as a cook in New York. She was a carrier of typhoid fever, but was she really a ruthless murderer?
How do armadillos roll into a ball?
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An armadillo ball is what it sounds like: an armadillo rolled up in a ball. Read why an armadillo ball is more than a shape -- it's a defensive tactic.
How can an octopus make itself look like another animal?
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Octopus camouflage is essential to survival in the depths of the ocean. Learn how octopus camouflage wards against predators like sharks and rays.