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Ever wondered how different salts can change the behavior of soap-like substances in water? Scientists have been looking into this, focusing on how certain ions (like sodium, calcium, and magnesium) affect the structure and flow of mixtures containing cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) and sodium dodecyl

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Rethinking Dietetics: The Case for Racial Justice

In dietetics, the buzzwords have long been equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). While these are worthwhile goals, they might not be enough to tackle the deep-seated issues of racism in the field. This is where racial justice steps in. Unlike EDI, which focuses on creating a level playing field, r

The Education Factor: How Doctors' Views on Climate Change Vary

Climate change is a big problem for kidney health. It's worse in poorer countries, but people there seem less worried than those in richer countries. One major reason for this difference could be education. To figure this out, we talked to a group of highly educated healthcare professionals. Turns

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Clock Ticks Closer to Midnight: Global Threats Loom Large

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved the Doomsday Clock closer to midnight than ever before, setting it at 89 seconds till midnight. This annual announcement indicates that humanity is closer to destruction due to various threats like climate change, nuclear weapon proliferation, and pand

Why Small Farmers in South Africa Choose to Own Livestock

Ever wondered what makes small farmers in South Africa decide to own livestock and how big their herds get? A recent study looked into this, focusing on the Eastern Cape. They talked to 600 farmers, with 495 actually owning livestock. The study found that beliefs in African traditional religion, acc

Why Aren't More People Choosing Plant-Based Meat at Restaurants?

Did you know that dining out can significantly impact our planet? One way to reduce this impact is by eating less meat and more plant-based alternatives. However, despite the benefits, plant-based meats aren't very popular in restaurants. Why is that? A recent study dug into this question using the

Time's Up: Scientists Warn of Critical Moment

Scientists have recently set the Doomsday Clock at 89 seconds to midnight, the closest it's ever been. This symbolic clock measures how near humanity is to an existential crisis. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, who created the clock in 1947, says we're not making enough progress on global thr

Is Hot Weather Bad for Teen Mental Health?

Did you know that the heat might be affecting your mental well-being? Yes, you read it right! A recent study found that adolescents from two European countries were more likely to exhibit psychiatric symptoms when exposed to higher temperatures. Researchers from these countries looked into how clima

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Jumping High: How Muscles Help You Skip Better

Ever wondered why skipping feels tougher than running, even though you're not hitting the ground as hard? Scientists did too! They found that when you skip, your body moves up and down more, which burns more energy. This happens because certain muscles, like the gluteus maximus, vasti, and soleus, w

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Ohio State's Defense Shifts: Knowles to Penn State, Day's Future Secure