Is ‘twin telepathy’ real? Here’s what scientists say.
From uncanny coincidences to shared biology, we asked the experts to explain the real forces behind the phenomenon.
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Daryl Austin
07:26
Your brain shrinks after 40. Learning a musical instrument can reverse it.
Experts say the more we challenge our brains as we age, the more resilient it becomes—and “learning a new instrument
Daryl Austin
09:20
The over-the-counter medicine scientists say may raise your dementia risk
Diphenhydramine is the active ingredient in countless over-the-counter medications. But experts say there are serious risks to taking too much
Daryl Austin
05:20
Omega-3s are great for your health—but supplements may not be
Fish oil can reduce inflammation and lower cardiovascular disease risk. Yet a growing body of research suggests that supplements may
Daryl Austin
10:30
Why this is the worst flu season in 15 years
The number of influenza cases is surging across the United States, putting significant strain on many hospitals. We asked the
Daryl Austin
19:23
Reversing type 2 diabetes is possible. Here’s how.
More than 830 million people worldwide have diabetes—a chronic, debilitating disease. But experts say it’s possible to recover with a
Daryl Austin
13:19
Want a better high-protein diet? You don’t have to eat more meat
You don’t need to give up steaks entirely. But mounting evidence shows that a diet that incorporates more plant-based protein
Daryl Austin
07:20
What is retinitis pigmentosa—the vision disorder in the movie Blink?
Here’s what to know about the irreversible eye disease at the center of the new National Geographic documentary Blink.
Daryl Austin
04:26
How your fiber intake impacts your colon cancer risk
Rates of colorectal cancer are increasing among young people—and most Americans are only getting about half their daily recommended fiber.
