Life's Little Mysteries

Life's Little Mysteries answers fascinating questions about the world around you and the stuff in it, from things in the news and on your mind to crazy questions you didn't even know you had.

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Can You 'Speed Up' Your Metabolism?

March 20, 2018 | Article

Metabolism refers to the calories the body uses at rest.
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What Was the Most Pointless Battle in History?

March 14, 2018 | Article

Some would argue that there are no winners in warfare. But in some battles, the losses are more embarrassing than others.
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What Were George Washington's Teeth Made Of? (It's Not Wood)

March 03, 2018 | Article

Here's the horrifying story behind the former president's dentures.
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How Much Trash Is on the Moon?

March 02, 2018 | Article

Moon-based detritus includes leftover urine-collection kits, an olive branch and tons of robotic equipment from lunar probes.
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Can You Get 2 Colds at Once?

February 05, 2018 | Article

When you come down with a cold, the last thing you probably need is, well, another cold.
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Why Does the Moon Turn Red During a Total Lunar Eclipse?

January 30, 2018 | Article

During the so-called Super Blue Blood Moon lunar eclipse, the face of the moon will turn a brick-red hue. Here's why.
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Do Worms Have Tongues?

January 22, 2018 | Article

The short answer is no, but they do have a stylet. Here's how that works.
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The Scientific Reason People Love Pimple-Popping Videos

January 18, 2018 | Article

Turns out a little disgust is good for you.
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How Much Water Do You Really Need To Drink?

January 07, 2018 | Article

Do you drink eight eight-ounce glasses of water a day? That's nice — but you really don't need to.
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Does Pure Water Exist?

December 29, 2017 | Article

Human beings seem to be obsessed with the purity of water. But the reality is, totally pure water doesn't exist.
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