A recent study found that the risk of peanut allergies drops by 77% if peanuts are introduced into a baby's diet between 5 and 6 months of age.

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Yawning is contagious - even just reading the word 'yawn' can trigger one. Recently, researchers discovered that some animals, like dogs and chimpanzees, can also catch yawns from humans.

'Hara hachi bun me' is a Japanese practice of eating until you're 80% full. Evidence suggests that following this habit can lead to a lower body mass index and increased longevity. The world’s oldest man adhered to this diet.

Research shows that cycling and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) consistently improve memory, attention, information processing, and other cognitive functions.

The word "freelance" originates from a medieval term referring to a mercenary warrior who served no specific lord. Literally, it meant a knight with a "free lance" available for hire.

New research reveals that your brain may still be influenced by activities from two weeks ago. Whether it's a workout or a restless night, actions from days past could impact your mental state - positively or negatively - today.

Rjukan, a town in Norway, receives sunlight through a giant mirror affixed to the side of a mountain. The town is surrounded by mountains that block sunlight for about six months of the year, from October to March.

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