Bird diagram from the 1886 'A nomenclature of colors for naturalists : and compendium of useful knowledge for ornithologists' by Robert Ridgway (via Smithsonian Libraries) Colors in the 1912 'Color ...

Whether selective decontamination of the digestive tract (SDD) reduces mortality among patients undergoing mechanical ventilation and whether it adversely affects microbial ecology in the intensive ...

What if the secret to staying on top of your endless to-do list wasn’t about working harder, but about working smarter? Imagine a system so effective that over 6,600 Googlers—some of the brightest ...

E-ink technology has come a long way since the early days of Kindle and Nook, but the BOOX Note Air 4C is pushing e-ink beyond simple black-and-white reading devices into something more flexible for ...

Psyllium (pronounced sill-E-um) husk is a fiber supplement that’s best known for constipation relief. "But it may also have benefits for metabolism and digestive health," says Vanessa King, RDN, a ...

Is the microbiota—the trillions of bacteria and yeast that live with the intestinal flora of your gastrointestinal system—on its way to becoming our best wellness ally? Thanks to fairly recent ...

Your personal food-processing plant is like a symphony orchestra: When all the parts perform well, the result is beautiful music that simply flows. Should one or two musicians space out or be unable ...

Have you ever found yourself staring at a blank page, trying to organize a complex idea or process, but not knowing where to start? Whether it’s mapping out a workflow, designing an organizational ...

1. Don’t strain or linger on the toilet. 2. Know what’s ‘normal’ for you. 3. Avoid taking drugs like ibuprofen. 4. Minimize your intake of sugary drinks and red meat. 5. Go on. Try a bidet. As a ...

Approximately 1 million Americans navigate the complexities of Crohn’s disease while simultaneously pursuing meaningful romantic relationships. This chronic inflammatory bowel condition creates unique ...