Is zebra print magical? This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science. It’s been said that a zebra is just a horse in striped pajamas! But WHY do zebras have stripes? Past studies have shown they DON’T regulate body temperature or confuse predators. So, what’s the use?
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I am what I… YUM? Except for the carbs. This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science. There are SO many diets. Choosing one is like finding the perfect avocado: HARD! Currently, the Mediterranean diet is in vogue! Veggies, fruit, legumes and olive oil. Toss in some
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Is that sugar in your…. EYE!? This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science. More than thirty million people in the US have diabetes – which can lead to vision trouble, among other things. Keeping track of blood sugar levels means pricking your finger several times every
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Is SILK more than just stylish? This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science. Is there anything more luxurious than a silk robe? Because of its smooth feeling, silk has been prized for centuries. And not only for clothing! Surgeons have used silk to stitch wounds shut
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Waking up tired? There could be a SOUND solution! This is Sandra Tsing Loh with the Loh Down on Science. A good night’s sleep is often… only a dream. What happens when medicine, warm milk, and counting sheep don’t do the trick? Björn Rasch and colleagues from the University of
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