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Senior Weight Loss
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As we get older, it may become tougher to lose weight and easier to gain because we burn fewer calories. Find out how to lose weight as a senior.
How Body Odor Works
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Why do we have body odor? How can you prevent it? Read about the causes of body odor and how to deal with it.
Why does ginger settle an upset stomach?
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The compounds that are responsible for ginger's strong taste can also help soothe your stomach. Learn why ginger soothes upset stomachs.
How Good Is Your Medical Vocabulary?
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Hey, you knew all those years of "ER" and "Grey's Anatomy" would pay off someday, right? Show off your mastery of medical-speak now, with our quiz!
How Biofilm Works
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Biofilms form when single microorganisms attach to a hydrated surface and undergo a "lifestyle switch." Learn about biofilms in this article.
Rhodonite: A Mineral of Love, Roses and Eagles
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The rose-red mineral rhodonite was first discovered in the 1790s in the Ural Mountains of Russia. Today it's found globally and is associated with compassion, love and healing.
Are Komodo dragons' mouths deadlier than cobras' venom?
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Are Komodo dragons' mouths deadlier than cobras' venom? Learn about the deadly venom and bacteria that is released in a Komodo dragon's bite.
If you step on a rusty nail, will you really get tetanus?
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Will stepping on a rusty nail really give you tetanus? Learn why nails and puncture wounds can be breeding grounds for tetanus bacteria.
No One Can Live Without a Mesentery, But What Does It Do?
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In 2017, scientists discovered the 79th organ of the body. What took them so long and what does it do?
How to Organize Important Documents
Organizing important documents can help get you out of jams quickly. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about organizing important documents.