‘Black Hairy Tongue’ Probably Didn’t Kill Julie Powell
Photo: Dragon Images (Shutterstock) Julie Powell, the author of Julie and Julia, tweeted before her recent death at age 49 that she had “something that’s literally Black Hairy Tongue” and…
Where Are the Erogenous Zones, Anyway?
Photo: Hurst Photo (Shutterstock) There’s more to sex and foreplay than the obvious. Knowing and understanding your partner’s erogenous zones—and your own—is key to increasing your sexual satisfaction. The big…
Oh Fuck, Your Eyes Can Get Sunburned
Photo: Far700 (Shutterstock) The sun can wreak havoc on a lot of things, from your car to your skin. Did you know that even your eyes are susceptible to damage…
What’s a Good Resting Heart Rate, Anyway?
Photo: Andrey_Popov (Shutterstock) The ubiquity of activity trackers means access to health data we previously never thought about, such as the number of steps we take, the hours we sleep,…
The Most Efficient Ways to Remove Food Stuck in Your Throat
Photo: Doucefleur (Shutterstock) When it’s working properly, the human body is an amazing feat of engineering. But when things go wrong, it suddenly transforms into a 20-year-old photocopier with a…
You’re Wrong About ‘Breaking the Seal’
Photo: Syda Productions (Shutterstock) I was at a college party the first time I heard it: “If you break the seal,” my friend said darkly, “you’ll break the deal.” I…
How to Poop on Vacation
Photo: fongbeerredhot (Shutterstock) Ah, vacation. A time for adventure, relaxation, poolside cocktails, and…constipation? For a lot of people, yes. Due to changes in diet, routine, sleep, and dehydration from air…
Does Lip Balm Actually Chap Your Lips?
Photo: Prostock-studio (Shutterstock) Are you the type of person that slathers on lip balm throughout the day, almost as a reflexive habit? The kind who only uses it occasionally, when…
These Tricks Will Help You Relieve Yourself of Your Bathroom ‘Stage Fright’
Photo: Lesterman (Shutterstock) If you have a tough time taking care of your business in a public restroom, you’re not alone. According to the International Paruresis Association, an estimated twenty-one…
What It Actually Means to ‘Tone’ Your Muscles
Photo: BearFotos (Shutterstock) The word “toning” is something of a joke in many fitness circles, because it’s a word that’s thrown around when people mean other things. Sometimes it’s a…