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This is Scientific American - 60 Second Science. I am ...This will just take a minute. When it comes to mussels, bigger is not necessarily better. Tiny fibers called bissels and able muscles ,the shell fish kind,to anger themselves to coast lines,des

SSS 2012-06-29

This is Scientific Americans 60 second Science, I am Christopher Intagliata, got a minute? You know what fiber's good forto keep things moving smoothly downstairs. But it's not just for staying regular. Fiber can boost the number of beneficial bacter

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Cooking is one big science experiment and chefs have been gaining fame for more explicit uses of scentific techniques and tools in the kitchen. Now, according to an article in the December issue of physics world, mixologists the folks behind the bar

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1. Brain Booster: Blueberries 1. 健脑小能手：蓝莓 This fruit may help you snap back. Blueberries high flavonoid content has been found to help short- and long-term memory. Remember to add a handful to a bowl of oatmeal or cereal. 这种水果能

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When looking for diet plans to gain muscle there aresome great tips that can help you to ensure that you are eating to help you build the muscle that you want.Your diet is just as important as exercise and when you place the right amount of importanc

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A healthy liver plays a key role in relieving digestive issues, such as a sluggish metabolism, gas, bloating, and constipation. It regulates blood sugar levels, which, when out of balance, can cause sugar cravings, fatigue, and fuzzy thinking. 健康的

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Ever wonder how they determine how many calories are in food? Yael and Don explain it in this Moment of Science. Y: All right, Don. What are you doing? D: I'm using a bomb calorimeter to figure out how many calories are in my lunch. See, I put my san

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