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.
Why we need a universal flu vaccine
January 9, 2020, 1:39 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
Research centers collaborate to create a better, longer-lasting solution to the yearly flu assault.
10 things you should know about Ebola
December 20, 2019, 11:20 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
A primer on the deadly virus that has taken hold in Congo.
60 ways to live a longer life
December 19, 2019, 3:41 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
The fountain of youth may be elusive, but there are plenty of things you can do to give your longevity a boost.
22 things you didn't know about cows
November 14, 2019, 11:27 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
In which we reveal that cows not only can swim, but can also smell things from 6 miles away.
12 amazing message-in-a-bottle stories
November 12, 2019, 1:12 p.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.
6 great treasures found with a metal detector
November 1, 2019, 1:50 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
These amateur enthusiasts have uncovered some spectacular finds.
Top 11 chocolate myths
October 28, 2019, 10:39 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Aphrodisiac? Acne inciter? Friend or foe? Here's the skinny on the world's most beloved confectionery.
Predator fish that walks and breathes is making headway in the U.S.
October 23, 2019, 1:55 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
The northern snakehead, a voracious invasive species that can live out of the water for days, is showing up in several states.
What a glass of wine a day does to your body
October 18, 2019, 1:18 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
We explore the risks and benefits of the time-honored daily drink of the grape.
The truth about fish oil
September 24, 2019, 12:33 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
We consider the benefits of fish oil — along with the toxins, side effects and sustainability issues.
What are e-cigarettes?
September 19, 2019, 1:34 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
Michigan has banned them, but electronic cigarettes are surging in popularity.
8 things you didn't know about the autumnal equinox
September 12, 2019, 2:48 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
If you've ever wondered what hamsters and the French Revolution have to do with the first day of fall, we've got the answers.
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Australian fires reveal ancient water system built long before the pyramids
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Knitted anatomy kits offer cruelty-free dissections
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This is how a woodpecker swap meet works
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15 birds with unbelievable beaks
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These animals survived the bushfires, and they need human help more than ever
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What you need to know about that mysterious Chinese virus
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7 amazing soups for soup weather
The chill in the air means soup should be in your bowl.
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Expand your winter squash repertoire
There's more to winter than butternut squash. Here are just a few to try.
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5 super helpful slow cooker hacks
Can this favorite tool of busy families get even better? Yes, it can.
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5 recipes to fight the winter blues
For a healthier and happier winter, turn to traditional superfoods.
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How 'hygge' can help you get through winter
The vague cultural concept doesn't translate easily into English, but it works.
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Why does the cold bother some people more?
Some people can take a brutal winter in stride while others need a cup of coffee once the temperatu…
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10 warming winter dishes from around the world
These wintertime favorites will make you warm from the inside out.
