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The Shady 1950s Experiment That Tried To Harness The Power Of Mind Control

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The Cold War played host to an abundance of strange and twisted experiments, including this controversial attempt to use drugs to weaponize mind control.

The Fruit That's More Hydrating Than Watermelon

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Watermelon is a popular summer-time snack thanks to its high water content, but there's another overlooked fruit that actually has watermelon beat.

Unbanned: These Peptides Could Be Greenlit By The FDA Soon

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Synthetic peptides are a hot medical trend, but how safe are they? Proper trials are still scarce, yet there are many arguments to greenlight them regardless.

The Real Difference Between Topsoil And Potting Soil, According To Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

When it comes to gardening, the term 'soil' gets tossed around liberally, but there's actually a big difference between topsoil and potting soil.

Why Retatrutide Could Be The Next Game-Changing Peptide

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

GLP-1s like Ozempic may be all the rage right now, but Retatrutide, may soon rise to prominence by combining the best aspects of many similar peptides.

Taking These Two Supplements Together Is Scientifically Proven To Help Sleep

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Getting a good night's sleep is one of the most important things you can do for yourself, but if you're having trouble, these supplements can help.

A Bottle Of This Hydrating Beverage Has More Potassium Than A Banana

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

The nutritional appeal of bananas lies in the massive amounts of potassium they pack between their peels, but this common drink has even more.

Don't Toss Your Leftover Coffee Grounds - Science Has A Better Idea

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Coffee is a pretty regular part of many a morning ritual, but you might want to hold onto those leftover grounds. Your yard might thank you for it.

The Bizarre Object Scientists Say Your Stomach Acid Can Dissolve

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Stomach acid is a surprisingly strong substance, even able to dissolve some shocking objects. But that doesn't mean swallowing just anything is safe.

The Surprising Thing Science Reveals About Cooking Potatoes

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

There's little that compares to the texture of a perfectly cooked potato, and it's no surprise to learn that there's a bit of science behind it.

The 'Melatonin Hangover' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Melatonin is one of the most common over-the-counter sleep aids available, but it could be giving you a 'hangover' and science may explain why.

'No Artificial Colors' Doesn't Mean What You Think It Does

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Claims about artificial colors are everywhere in food products, but national policies have actually changed exactly what that distinction actually means.

The Shady '50s Government Experiment That Changed The US Forever

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Although we count on the government for numerous services, it hasn't always behaved as a reliable partner, especially when you look back to the '50s.

The Ocean Used To Be A Different Color. Here's What Happened

staff@sciencing.com (Elias Nash) — Sun, 24 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Earth has famously been described as a "pale blue dot," but far in the past, the planet might have had an entirely different look with oceans of another color.

What It Means When Your Tap Water Suddenly Smells

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 24 May 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Clean drinking water is so vital its importance can't be overstated, so when it smells off you notice right away, but might not know what it means.

The Difference Between Orange And Yellow Egg Yolks Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 23 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

There are few better sources of protein than eggs, but you may have wondered why some yolk is more golden than others, well, science has an answer.

Science Explains The Bizarre Medical Condition That Makes You Constantly Drunk

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Mon, 18 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The world abounds with medical mysteries, one of the more intriguing of which is a disorder which makes you feel drunk without a drop of alcohol.

Goodbye Ozempic, The FDA Approved A New GLP-1 Pill For Weight Loss

staff@sciencing.com (Megan Brame) — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Oral GLP-1 drugs have been around for a few years, but formulations specifically for weight loss are new, and a new pill is about to hit the market.

The Science Behind Turning Human Poop Into Usable Cooking Gas

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 17 May 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Wood, coal, or natural gas are the usual culprits in terms of cooking fuel, but some clever chemistry makes poop into a surprisingly sustainable alternative.

You Can Absorb More Calcium From These Vegetables Than Milk (But It's Complicated)

staff@sciencing.com (Megan Brame) — Thu, 14 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Calcium is one of the most important nutrients you can put in your body, but there may be better ways to get in your diet other than drinking milk.