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Who invented sports drinks?
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When you think of sports drinks, chances are Gatorade comes to mind. But was it the first one? Or just the beneficiary of clever marketing?
Herpes 101
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Herpes is even more common than you might think. There are eight different types of herpes, and there's an extremely good chance that you have at least one.
Oak Ridge, Tennessee: America's Secret Atomic City
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The Manhattan Project built the city of Oak Ridge in rural Tennessee, where secret facilities produced uranium-235 for the atomic bomb.
Disappearing Tattoos for the Commitment Phobes
A company called Ephemeral is trying to make tattoos for the commitment-shy a reality; they only last a year. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
How much fluoride is too much?
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How much fluoride is too much? Find out why there is so much debate about this ubiquitous substance -- and how much fluoride is too much.
How Electromagnetic Pulse Attacks Work
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Learn how EMPs work and how these weapons could tear apart modern technology.
Why Was Phrenology All the Rage in Victorian Times?
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Phrenology, the belief that you could determine personality from the shape of someone's skull, was so popular in the Victorian era that phrenology parlors sprang up all over Europe and America. But the trend was soon debunked.
5 of the World's Rarest Skin Conditions
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Some of the rarest skin conditions include blue skin and scaly plates. See five of the world's rarest skin conditions.
Why is exercise important for heart health?
Exercise is as important for heart health as eating right and avoiding stress. Learn about aerobic exercise and why it's so important for heart health.
Can You Have a Baby on Mars?
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Elton's always maintained that Mars ain't the kind of place to raise your kids. Is he right?