Do these cold remedies really work? Are they safe? This post reviews remedies including elderberry syrup, honey, and vitamin D, as well as over-the-counter drugs.
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Introduction to E-Cigarettes
In this introduction to e-cigarettes, we answer questions about vaping, who uses e-cigarettes, the chemicals in e-cigarettes, and potential risks.
Ask SciMoms: can I drink coffee while breastfeeding?
Is it safe to drink coffee while breastfeeding? If so, how much coffee can you drink? This post explores these questions.
So Your Kid is Trans and You Have Questions
So, your kid is trans, and you have some questions. Or, maybe you just suspect your kid is trans, and you have some questions. In this post, written by guest writer Ada McVean, we'll try to answer some of your questions.
Ask SciMoms: Are sports drinks safe for kids?
This post explores whether sports drinks are safe for kids. It also examines the safety of food dyes.
Plant-Based Burgers And Your Health: Facts And Fallacies
The Impossible plant-based burger gets its beefy taste from heme. Credit: Impossible Foods Consumers are unsure what to make of the new plant-based kid on the butcher’s block — burgers that meld features of meat with those of plants. The hope is that meat lovers have their cake and eat it too — reduce their red meat intake, … Continue reading Plant-Based Burgers And Your Health: Facts And Fallacies
The Anti-vaccine movement isn’t about evidence. It’s about who to trust.
Many parents are wary of vaccines due to understandable concerns about our healthcare. However, these concerns should not give parents a blank check to avoid vaccinating. This post explores why.
Ask SciMoms: Is sunscreen necessary? Is sunscreen safe?
Be prepared for the summer with a SciMoms guide to sunscreen and sun protection!
The Social Consequences of the GMO Debate
"GMOs" have become a stand-in for some very real concerns, but fear, anger, and distrust over "GMOs" distract us from these deeper questions.
Are We Worried About Missing Out On Beneficial Bacteria If We Don’t Buy Organic Apples?
In this installment of "Are We Worried," we look at news stories reporting that organic apples offer far more diverse gut bacteria than conventionally-grown apples.
