Melissa Breyer is the co-author of True Food (National Geographic, 2009), Build Your Running Body (The Experiment, 2014), Extreme Weather Survival Guide (National Geographic, 2014) and a contributing photo editor for Black and White Street (Solaris Studio, 2014). Her work has appeared across the web and in regional and international books and periodicals, including The New York Times Magazine. She currently lives in Brooklyn, NY.
Should you wash your chicken?
August 20, 2019, 10:15 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Food safety experts don't agree with Julia Child on this one.
How safe are e-cigarettes?
August 19, 2019, 12:39 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
San Francisco has banned them but electronic cigarettes are surging in popularity.
Want to lower your risk for cardiovascular disease? Try a vegetarian diet
August 16, 2019, 4:07 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
Eating mostly plant-based foods and fewer animal-based foods may be linked to better heart health.
10 reasons to skip a new tattoo
August 2, 2019, 3:44 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
If you’re thinking about getting some ink, consider these potential health risks before you commit.
What a glass of wine a day does to your body
July 30, 2019, 8:18 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
We explore the risks and benefits of the time-honored daily drink of the grape.
10 things you should know about Ebola
July 18, 2019, 11:03 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
A primer on the deadly virus that's taking root in Congo.
12 curious truths about Stonehenge
July 17, 2019, 11:14 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
The world's most famous ring of standing stones has been studied for centuries, yet we learn something new about it all the time.
FDA issues warning about fecal transplants
June 18, 2019, 9:42 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Novel treatment is used to fight C. difficile infections.
17 things you didn't know about zebras
June 14, 2019, 10:48 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
From their smart stripes to the power of their kicks, behold the wonders of zebras.
The surprising signs of drowning
June 3, 2019, 11:24 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Forget what you thought you knew about drowning; it looks nothing like most of us think. Here’s what to watch out for.
11 berries to improve your health
May 31, 2019, 8:51 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
They may or may not perform miracles, but these wonder fruits are superfoods packed with nutrition.
10 foods to improve your mood
May 30, 2019, 10:12 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Those so-called comfort foods aren't doing you any favors.
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How to tell what's eating your garden plants
There are plenty of potential culprits, and there are just as many ways to stop them.
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Top 10 vegetables to grow in your garden
These nutritional powerhouses can flourish in your yard or in containers.
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Grow birdseed, don't buy it
Here are 10 flowering plants that look gorgeous and reward you with seeds.
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10 secret gardens in the middle of major cities
These hidden gardens are peaceful oases in the middle of the urban hustle and bustle.
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How to make a sun map of your garden
There are many ways to map an area's sunlight exposure. Here are a few tips to make sure your pla...
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How to fight the heat
Plant selection and design in addition to proper watering can help reduce stress on plants.
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9 ideas for creating shade
When the sun gets overbearing — and it will — you have options.
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