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How does childhood obesity work?
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Childhood obesity is more common than you think -- about 30% of young people, ages 6-19, are overweight or obese. Learn more about childhood obesity.
Can optimism make you healthier?
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Optimism is a nice trait to have. But can optimism make you healthier as it helps you look on the bright side? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
What Are Mines?
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Underground mining has come a long way from the days of men with pickaxes and canaries. It relies much more heavily on machinery that makes it much safer than in the past. Which techniques are used in mining today?
How Minimum Wage Works
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Minimum wage is supposed to ensure that workers get paid enough to live. Get the whole scoop on minimum wage -- from its history to current debates.
How Accents Work
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How do accents develop and why is it so hard to lose one? Learn all about accents from HowStuffWorks.
How is fabric created?
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So many people underestimate the role fabric plays in their lives. Learn how fabric is created in this article at HowStuffWorks.
How Psychopaths Work
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The average psychopath isn't a ruthless killer. Learn what makes a psychopath in this article at HowStuffWorks.
How American Exceptionalism Works
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'American Exceptionalism' is a term that's been used both positively and negatively. Find out the meanings of American Exceptionalism at HowStuffWorks.
Skin Parasites
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Skin parasites include lice, bedbugs and scabies and affect numerous people every year. See common skin parasites and how to avoid infection.
A Guide to Pregnancy Complications
No mother wants to have pregnancy complications or a difficult delivery. Learn what to watch for and see how to prevent pregnancy complications.