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Researchers analyzed 16 years of race results from nine major marathons across the United States and found that races run on days with greater air pollution were associated with slower average finish times.

The concentration of an air pollutant is measured in micrograms per cubic meter of air. Analyzing all finish times, the researchers found...Read more

Four signs it's time to replace your reusable water bottle:

1. Visible wear and tear, especially on the inside.

2. Water starts tasting or smelling suspicious, a sign that either chemicals may be leaching into the water from the bottle or bacteria is growing within.

3. Discoloration on the inside, such as oxidation/corrosion in metal ...Read more

These 20 cities, according to WalletHub, a personal finance company, rank tops in keeping New Year's resolutions or, conversely, forgetting they made resolutions at all. While individuals vary, research suggests nearly one-quarter of people quit their resolution(s) by the end of the first week, and almost half by the end of January.

Rankings ...Read more

The financial services website and app WalletHub recently listed the most vegan- and vegetarian-friendly places to live in the United States, based on criteria like affordability, diversity, accessibility and quality. Some of the criteria were further broken down into metrics like farmers markets per capita.

Based on a 100-point scale, here ...Read more

There's no polite way to discuss this, but so blow the winds of change.

The term "fart walks" is trending right now, though in reality the phenomenon has existed for as long as there has been a human gastrointestinal tract. The term refers to the physiological consequences of exercise, especially after eating.

Flatulence involves passing ...Read more

Roughly one-fifth of American adults consume diet sodas on a given day. The market is huge -- more than $5 billion globally -- with dozens of choices, including whether to swig a "diet" or "zero-sugar" beverage.

So what's the difference since neither actually contains sugar?

Diet drinks replace sugar with artificial sweeteners, most often ...Read more

A good book (and this particular news feature) can quite literally change the way you think and feel. There's actual scientific evidence -- at least for the part about reading a good book. We're happily assuming the latter.

Researchers have found that reading can rewire neural pathways, increase brain connectivity and, in essence, make you ...Read more

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can be aggressive and potentially life-threatening if not detected and treated early. While conventional medical treatments are the primary approach for managing melanoma, some individuals may seek additional support from complementary therapies such as homeopathy. Homeopathy is a holistic system of ...Read more

Sarcoma is a type of cancer that develops in the soft tissues or bones of the body. Conventional medical treatments such as surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy play a crucial role in sarcoma management. However, some individuals seek additional support from complementary approaches like homeopathy. Homeopathy is a holistic system of medicine...Read more

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition characterized by the narrowing or blockage of arteries that supply blood to the limbs. While conventional medical treatment is essential for managing PAD, some individuals seek additional support from complementary approaches like homeopathy. Homeopathy is a holistic system of medicine that aims ...Read more