A chimera is a creature from Greek mythology usually described as a monster containing the body parts of many different kinds of animals. Am I calling your Mom a monster though? Nope! But your biological mother is a chimera. Why?

Shots. No one likes them! No one likes getting sick, either. What is it about the flu shot that means I need a new one each year, but I don’t need a shot each year for other diseases?

Beans, beans, they’re good for your heart, the more you eat the more you…uh, well, you know how the rest goes. What is is about eating beans in particular that has such memorable after effects?

Do you remember during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic when everyone rushed to buy toilet paper and hand sanitizer? This is a human behavior pattern related to common resources and acting in one’s own self interest.

Why do some people feel more “down” during the winter months? Even going so far as to develop SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)? Let’s learn more!

It’s the holiday season which means it’s time for lots of cooking and special treats. Did you know that many of our favorite foods get their distinctive flavors because we intentionally introduce microorganisms like yeast, mold, or bacteria to spoil the food a bit first?

I grew up in Michigan, which produces approximately a third of all blueberries eaten in the United States. I remember going blueberry picking when I was a child. It was the only time in my life I could ever eat my fill of blueberries. Blueberries are full of antioxidants and therefore very healthy - but why?