The curious cook

Article Abstract:

Harold McGee has successfully proven or disproven kitchen myths through experiments. Apparently, cooking myths persist because no one has ever really tested them. Through his experiments, McGee disproved the perceived advantages of searing meat and baking bread in brick ovens, among others.

Cooking, Food, Cookery, Myths and legends

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The boy who couldn't stop running

Article Abstract:

Joshua Brown is one of five million Americans afflicted by obsessive-compulsive disorder. When having attacks, Brown often does repeats seemingly useless actions such as running and exercising. An analysis of the disorder as well as some of its possible causes is presented.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Obsessive compulsive disorder

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Why women live longer than men

Article Abstract:

Women outlive men throughout the modern world. This is in part because the top causes of death, heart disease, for example, kill more men than women. There may also be genetic or hormonal reasons for women's superior longevity.

Demographic aspects, Sex differences, Longevity

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