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7 simple innovations that could save millions of mothers and babies Global progress in addressing maternal mortality has stalled, according to a new Gates Foundation report. But these interventions—from supplements to antibiotics—could turn the tide. A doctor checks the health … Continue reading →

Why do some say natural deodorants are better—and are the claims accurate? Many antiperspirants use aluminum, which plays a big role in stopping sweat. Without it, experts say, your deodorant may not be as effective. Some deodorants, like this one, … Continue reading →

Why our fast-paced society loves yoga This ancient practice is not only a fitness regimen, but science shows it’s also an antidote to modern stress. Yoga on the Rocks draws sellout crowds of 2,100 practitioners to Red Rocks Amphitheatre outside … Continue reading →

Whale watching is booming. Here’s how to do it responsibly. These tours are generally beneficial for whales, but they can also stress them out. Here’s how to ensure that your trip does more good than harm. A gray whale “spyhops,” … Continue reading →

To depict the notion of U.S. blue zones, artist Luisa Rivera says she “focused on the subject’s hand as a gesture of reclaiming ancestral foods, while the eating habits are symbolized by the fork.” She included native vegetables, fruits, and … Continue reading →

This example of a five-day diet mimicking a fast would be taken no more than four times over the course of a year. Biochemist Valter Longo of the University of Southern California created the diet, which consists of a combination … Continue reading →

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2030: THE OCEANS A gray whale in the waters off Baja California. Once called “devil fish” and targeted by whalers, the animals now help drive the tourism industry BAJA IN THE BALANCE The campaign to preserve a region, and a … Continue reading →

Learn About the Bokeh Effect, an Aesthetic That Makes Photos Feel Cozy By Sara Barnes on July 4, 2023 NATIONAL GEROGRAPHIC Photo: srinivasansri5560/Depositphotos This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate … Continue reading →

This ancient society helped build the modern world. Writing, laws, cities, and science—these and other innovations were devised by the enterprising peoples living in Sumer, the land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, some 5,000 years ago. HIGH TEMPLE The … Continue reading →