Health & Wellbeing
Medical topics, mental health, neuroscience, ADHD, neurodivergence, and wellness
#3716: The Linguistic Netherland: When No Language Is Native
What happens when your native language fades but you never fully master a new one? Linguists call it "semi-speaker" status.
#3712: Can You Train Your Nose to Ignore a Scent You Hate?
How your nose physically stops noticing constant odors—and what to do when it won't.
#3707: Are Humans Naturally Monogamous? The Science and Legal Hypocrisy
Biological evidence suggests humans aren't strictly monogamous—and the law treats polygamy and polyamory very differently.
#3706: Is Hookup Culture Real? What the Data Actually Says
Median partner counts haven't budged in decades. So why are STD rates soaring and religious norms crumbling?
#3705: What Your Sexual Fantasies Actually Mean
The data on common fantasies is genuinely surprising — and reveals how fantasy functions as an amplifier, not a substitute.
#3703: Group Sex Through History: Orgies, Rituals, and Taboos
Group sex isn't a modern invention. From Sumerian temple rites to Roman Bacchanalia, it's been part of human culture for millennia.
#3702: The Silent Side Effect of SSRIs
60% of patients on SSRIs experience sexual dysfunction. We break down the why and what to do.
#3701: Constant Bile Drip: Is It Harmful After Gallbladder Removal?
Does constant bile exposure after cholecystectomy cause chronic inflammation? We examine the evidence.
#3700: Splitting Vyvanse for a Smoother Curve
Can you split a Vyvanse dose for better focus? We break down the pharmacokinetics of lisdexamfetamine and water titration.
#3699: Beyond Ox Bile: Post-Gallbladder Bloating Solutions
Bile acid binders, ginger, and strain-specific probiotics for post-cholecystectomy bloating — beyond the usual supplements.
#3698: Can You Really Escape the Anglo Bubble?
Most English-speaking olim want to leave the bubble—but few actually do. Here's why.
#3697: How to Reclaim Your Social Life After Friend Inheritance
Feeling like a tenant in your partner’s social circle? Here’s what research says about building independent friendships.
#3696: N95 vs N99 vs SN98: Which Mask Actually Works?
N95, N99, and SN-98 masks compared — what the ratings really mean, how fit matters more than numbers, and when to switch to a respirator.
#3695: Ox Bile vs Enzymes After Gallbladder Removal
Which supplement actually helps fat digestion after gallbladder removal? The mechanism matters more than you think.
#3687: How Curiosity Shapes Specialists and Generalists
Why some brains crave novelty while others seek depth—and how both types fit together in society.
#3681: Why We Dig Into Family History (Or Don't)
Why some people are drawn to genealogy while others avoid it — and what changes when we finally start asking questions.
#3675: Leaky Gut: Real Biology vs. Internet Hype
Separating the clinical reality of intestinal permeability from the wellness industry's universal explanation.
#3674: Why Is Trump's Skin Orange? The Evidence
A deep dive into the chemistry of spray tans, periorbital sparing, and the most likely explanation for the signature hue.
#3654: Safety Glasses Over Prescription Frames: 3 Paths
The gap between what most people use and should use for eye protection is enormous. Here are three real paths.
#3652: When Baby Scratching Signals More Than Dry Skin
How to tell if your one-year-old’s scratching is normal exploration or a sign of evolving atopic dermatitis.