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.
What is a red tide?
August 15, 2018, 11:18 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Harmful algal blooms pop up nearly every summer, turning coastal waters red and creating problems for marine life and humans.
15 diseases you can get from your pets
August 1, 2018, 10:30 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
There are plenty of ways that the animals we love can make us sick.
11 extreme ice cream flavors
July 27, 2018, 9:55 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
From foie gras to beer and bar nuts, this odd assortment of extreme ice creams would leave even Willy Wonka scratching his head.
What you may not know about sunscreen
July 25, 2018, 10:02 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Here are the essentials to help keep your skin healthy in the sun — from what the new sunscreen labels mean to how to properly apply it.
20 things you didn't know about zebras
July 12, 2018, 10:05 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
From their smart stripes to the power of their kicks, behold the wonders of zebras.
Can a tick bite make you vegetarian?
June 25, 2018, 10:16 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
Beef cattle may have found a new best friend in the tiny arachnid.
Beating back the lionfish with knife and fork
June 21, 2018, 12:04 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
That's what Jamaica is doing and there’s been a big drop in sightings of this invasive species.
Mediterranean diet could add years to your life
June 14, 2018, 10:09 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
The secret lies in the antioxidants.
What is hantavirus?
April 27, 2018, 11:19 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
The deadly disease is transmitted by rodents and doesn't have a cure.
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.
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'Signing Day' recognizes high school seniors starting jobs, not college
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Pizza delivery driver surprises family with incredible piano performance
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Edible weeds rival kale for nutrition
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You've heard of Schrödinger's cat, but what about Schrödinger's coffee?
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What your blood type says about you
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A teacher battling cancer ran out of sick days, so teachers across the entire county gave him theirs.
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17 popsicle recipes
You only need a popsicle mold and a blender to get started.
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Dogs that love the beach
With the water, the sand and the sea air, there's just so much to adore.
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10 keys to a great vacation
To make sure it's the best time it can be, a little planning is in order.
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Beaches with unique sand
Here are eight beaches where you can find exceptionally beautiful sand that strays from the norm.
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5 smoothie recipes
Feel free to mix and match these ingredients to create your own refreshing combo.
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How to attract fireflies
Fireflies are like nature's fairy lights, and who doesn't want more of that?
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8 places to escape the heat
You can ski, ice skate, play in snow or just enjoy the cool weather.
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