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.
The truth about fish oil
April 16, 2018, 10:19 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
We consider the benefits of fish oil — along with the toxins, side effects and sustainability issues.
9 amazing stories about a message in a bottle
March 6, 2018, 11:20 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
From the words of a shipwrecked castaway to a sailor looking for love, these bottle-bound missives have tales of their own to tell.
What is Foreign Accent Syndrome?
February 14, 2018, 10:12 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
There have been about 100 known cases of the rare condition since it was first reported in the 1940s.
Are those crazy curling pants legal?
February 7, 2018, 12:42 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
The natty Norwegian pants are turning heads once again.
11 Christmas traditions we don't have in the U.S.
December 21, 2017, 2:01 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
In which we reveal that charming Swedish girls wear lightbulb crowns and Austrian men dress like furry devils.
Know your leafy greens: 15 favorites to add to your diet
December 21, 2017, 12:52 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
Confused by kohlrabi? Daunted by dandelions? We're here to help.
Singing may be the secret to a happier life
December 21, 2017, 10:38 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Singing helps the spirit soar, but can it boost the body as well?
8 things to know about the winter solstice
December 5, 2017, 11:23 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
From when it happens to why – and everything in between – here's your crash course on the shortest day of the year.
8 great heroes of human rights
December 1, 2017, 10:38 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
From Nelson Mandela to Mahatma Gandhi to Jimmy Carter, these tireless advocates have made the world a better place.
20 of the most beautiful libraries in the world
November 15, 2017, 12 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
From centuries-old temples to sleek modern masterpieces, libraries are some of humanity's most beautiful architectural accomplishments.
22 things you didn't know about hedgehogs
November 14, 2017, 12:03 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
Beyond their undeniable cuteness, there's a lot to discover about these wonderfully odd creatures.
Is a universal flu vaccine in your future?
November 3, 2017, 10:46 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Imagine a vaccine that provided life-long protection against any strain of the flu virus. New research makes it closer to reality.
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Remember that kid who invented a way to clean up ocean plastic? He's back, and it's happening
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Watch this lost dog when he finds his family again
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How to retire ridiculously early
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11 things humans do that dogs hate
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12 plants that repel unwanted insects
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Succulent smuggling ring busted in northern California
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Edit your closet
Empty your closet, then put back only the clothes you wear within the last year.
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How to declutter your life
A shift in how you think about housekeeping could result in a tidier and more relaxed life.
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Live out of just one bag
For one couple, one-bag living is way less stressful and a lot simpler than a life full of stuff.
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Less stuff makes you frugal
It's important to reevaluate all the stuff you own, and whether or not you really need it.
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Tidy up your electronic life
Marie Kondo's ideas work for your phone and computer, too.
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The experts' secrets to getting organized
Hint: There's a connection between clutter and your mental health.
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