The Textbooks Were Wrong About That Map of the Tongue’s Taste Buds
The perception of taste is remarkably complex, not only on the tongue but in organs throughout the body.Think for a…
Should You Delay Your Morning Caffeine?
Q: I’ve heard that drinking coffee first thing in the morning can interfere with my ability to feel awake and…
For Some Families of Color, a Painful Fight for a Cystic Fibrosis Diagnosis
Universal screenings for the inherited disease promised to get babies diagnosed and treated sooner. But they still miss some children…
The Ancient Art of Calligraphy Is Having a Revival
For the first time in many years, a teacher was correcting my handwriting.“Go more slowly,” Laura Edralin, a calligraphy teacher…
Is Shrimp Good for You?
Americans aren’t particularly enthusiastic about seafood. We eat less than half of what a Japanese or Indonesian person does. Less…
A 20-Minute Intense Workout That’s Easy on Your Joints
HIIT routines are typically both high intensity and high impact. But you can still get the hard work while being…
What Gen Z Should Know About Sunscreen to Help Protect From Skin Cancer
Surveys suggest young adults are soaking up misinformation about sunscreen and skin cancer. Here are the basics for staying safe.Two…
In Waco, Texas, Learning to Surf in a Wave Pool
With consistent conditions, affordable prices and a friendly vibe, a wave pool in Waco, Texas, proved to be an ideal…
An Editor Whose Business Is Fitness
Molly Mirhashem, an editor on the Well desk, wants to motivate readers of all ages and experience levels.Times Insider explains…
6 Water Workouts to Try This Summer
Summer is a great time to get outside and be active. It’s also a good time for jumping into pools,…