Rachel Ross

Wondering what is collagen good for? Here’s what science tells us about the health and beauty benefits of collagen supplements

By Anna Gora Last updated 20 July 22

Reference Uranium is a naturally radioactive element. It powers nuclear reactors and atomic bombs.

By Stephanie Pappas Published 9 March 22

Reference The Sahara desert is the largest hot desert in the world, covering nearly all of northern Africa.

By Rachel Ross Published 25 February 22

Reference Crystal healing is an alternative medicine technique that employs crystals and other stones as conduits for natural healing energy.

By Elizabeth Peterson Published 25 January 22

The closest to a unicorn you'll ever get.

By Rachel Ross Published 17 November 21

Yes, some ants will take over your pantry, but others are crucial for the environment.

By Rachel Ross Published 13 November 19

Do you have the personality trait that leads you to thrive in the face of fear?

By Rachel Ross Published 31 October 19

You might want to reconsider including activated charcoal in your food, beverages or cosmetics.

By Rachel Ross Published 17 October 19

Nope, these cucumbers aren't plants. Sea cucumbers are colorful, squishy sea creatures that live on the ocean floor.

By Rachel Ross Published 16 October 19

Measles is making a comeback. Here's what you should know about one of the most contagious infectious diseases in the world.

By Rachel Ross Published 24 May 19

Do your fingers turn white and blue when you are cold or stressed out? It might indicate Raynaud's disease.

By Rachel Ross Published 10 May 19

Fried rice syndrome is a common type of food poisoning.

By Rachel Ross Published 1 May 19

These synthetic chemicals have been included in numerous household products for more than eight decades, but are they safe?

By Rachel Ross Published 30 April 19

Watching more than 2 million wildebeest and other migrating mammals travel hundreds of miles is one of the many spectacular natural events that occur in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

By Rachel Ross Published 15 April 19

Earth's magnetic poles are rather inconsistent.

By Rachel Ross Published 6 March 19

Parabens can be found in a wide variety of cosmetics, foods, beverages and pharmaceuticals — but are they bad for you?

By Rachel Ross Published 26 February 19

Earth has many moves.

By Rachel Ross Published 20 February 19

Can you imagine the Earth as one giant snowball?

By Rachel Ross Published 5 February 19

Genetic modification purposefully alters the genetic makeup of organisms through controlled breeding or via genetic engineering technologies such as CRISPR.

By Rachel Ross Published 1 February 19

By Rachel Ross Published 14 January 19

Glaciers, icebergs and sea ice, oh, my — exploring the different types of ice found on planet Earth.

By Rachel Ross Published 8 January 19